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Departmental Analyst 9-P11 - Office of Public and Governmental Affairs

State of Michigan
State of Michigan Salary
Lansing, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/9/2026
Job Description

The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) provides leadership, resources, support, and guidance to approximately 200,000 school district staff serving approximately 1.5 million students in public and non-public schools and 39,000 students in special education transition services. In addition, MDE provides administrative support and supervision for the Michigan School for the Deaf and the Library of Michigan.

MDE is responsible for state education leadership in a local control state and works to implement state and federal education laws, disburse state and federal resources, license educators, develop state summative assessments and accountability systems, create state academic standards, and coordinate school health and nutrition programs. In addition, in developing and promoting the state’s Top 10 Strategic Education Plan, MDE works with partner education entities and stakeholders to improve public education for children across the state. MDE’s role in the improvement of public education extends to providing information and feedback to public policy-makers, convening educators on public policy issues, recommending draft language on legislation, and developing guidance to districts on statutory changes adopted at the state and federal levels.

Join a team of highly trained and educated individuals committed to supporting learners and learning in Michigan. Serving students, parents, families, educators, and communities within a culture that promotes excellence and respects diversity, our work is meaningful and impactful.

As a State of Michigan employee, you will receive a competitive wage and benefit package that values your experience and skills. You will join a team of more than 400 professionals at the department and almost 50,000 in state government who are committed to excellence in public service.

The Office of Public and Governmental Affairs is the official source of news, information, and outreach involving the Michigan Department of Education and State Board of Education programs, policies, and initiatives, as well as the liaison between the department and state and federal legislators.

The Office Oversees

  • Media relations with local, state, and national television, radio, print, and online media on newsworthy department programs, policies, initiatives, and actions
  • Government relations – helps provide technical assistance and guidance to members of the state and federal legislatures regarding education policies and systems in Michigan
  • Strategic planning on department initiatives and message development
  • Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests and responses

Primary Physical Work Address - Position is located at the John Hannah Building, 608 West Allegan Street, Lansing, Michigan. A hybrid flexible schedule of in-person and remote work arrangement is available.

Position Summary - This position serves as the administrative analyst for the Office of Public and Governmental Affairs. Responsibilities include providing support to the director on various projects and events, researching, collecting, analyzing and consolidating data necessary to prepare responses, reports and presentations.

Position Description: Departmental Analyst 9-P11

Job Specification: Departmental Analyst 9-P11

State Of Michigan Benefits

Required Education and Experience

Please review the job specification and the position description for the full list of responsibilities, required education and experience, and knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Alternate Education And Experience

Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Additional Requirements And Information

  • Completed Application
  • Resume (entered or attached to the job posting)
  • Official copy of transcripts (if applicable)
  • Cover Letter

T he Michigan State Employees Retirement System (MSERS) is separate from the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS). If you are currently a MPSERS retiree, there should be no impact to your MPSERS pension due to employment with the Michigan Department of Education. If you are currently eligible for a MPSERS retirement benefit and become the successful candidate for this position, you should contact the Office of Retirement Services (ORS) to determine any impact if you elect to immediately begin receiving your MPSERS retirement benefit .

Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.

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