Administrative Law Specialist 13-P115

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Administrative Law Specialist 13-P115

Salary

$64,480.00 - $121,347.20 Annually

Location

Various, MI

Job Type

Limited Term (position has expiration date)

Job Number

1501-24BK-OLA4

Department

Civil Rights

Opening Date

08/29/2024

Closing Date

9/29/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)

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Job Description

This position is being filled as Limited Term. There is a possibility that it may become permanent, but that is not guaranteed.

This position functions as a staff attorney providing legal guidance and leadership to Civil Rights team(s) engaged in complaint investigation, Education and Outreach and Partnership initiatives. As a Hearings Attorney the position is responsible for all aspects of a matter that has been recommended for charge by an Investigations Attorney. This includes presentation of the case to the hearings officer or administrative law judge, as well as the Civil Rights Commission. As a Reconsideration Attorney the position is responsible for processing appeals from claimants who disagree with the Department’s decision on a Statement of Concern or formal complaint and seek a review of the decision.

Position Description (https://mcsc.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/ADMLAWSPLPD%202023.pdf)

Required Education and Experience

This position generally requires possession of a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited school of law. Specific information on the education and experience required for different class levels is in the job specifications for the Administrative Law Specialist class. (https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/A/AdministrativeLawSpecialist.pdf?rev=d7bf02dcd4ea4d75896fae7f0e4954aa)

Additional Requirements and Information

Please attach the following documents:

• Writing Sample of 3-10 Pages

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• Official Transcript

  This position requires membership in good standing in the Michigan State Bar.

State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.

More details on benefits for our new hires are below:

Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.

Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available atwww.mi.gov/employeebenefits.

Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available athttp://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.

Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.

Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.

Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.

Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.

Military Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.

Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.

Student Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans.Information (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation) to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.

Tuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.

Professional Development:To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.

Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.

Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.

Updated: 2/28/24

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ADMSPL - Do you possess at least a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited school of law? If so, please attach a copy of your official transcripts.

• Yes

• No

  02

  ADMSPL - Do you possess a membership in good standing in the Michigan State Bar? If so, please provide your member number (P number) in the Certificates/Licenses section of your application.

• Yes

• No

  03

  ADMSPL – Please select your level of experience.

• None

• At least one year of professional experience in legal work equivalent to an Administrative Law Specialist 13 or Administrative Law Examiner 13, or at least one year as an attorney.

• At least two years of professional experience in legal work, including one year equivalent to an Administrative Law Specialist 14 or Administrative Law Examiner 14; or, at least two years of experience as an attorney.

• At least three years of professional experience in legal work, including one year equivalent to an Administrative Law Specialist P15 or an Administrative Law Examiner P15; or, at least three years of experience as an attorney.

  04

  Are you a current or former State of Michigan employee or a State of Michigan employee in layoff status?

• Yes

• No

  05

  Please select your level of experience analyzing detailed information and composing a written analysis of this information.

• Less than one year

• One to two years

• Three to four years

• Five or more years

  06

  Please select your level of experience appearing in administrative law hearings. (If any, please describe in your cover letter.)

• Less than one year

• One to two years

• Three to four years

• Five or more years

  07

  Please select your level of experience practicing law in areas related to civil rights, civil liberties, housing or employment law. (If any, please describe in your cover letter.)

• Less than one year

• One to two years

• Three to four years

• Five or more years

  08

  Are you involved with any civil or human rights organizations not directly related to your current employment? (If so, please describe in your cover letter.)

• Yes

• No

  09

  Do you have any experience training, mentoring, or otherwise coaching others in support of their work? (If so, please describe in your cover letter.)

• Yes

• No

  10

  Do you have any experience handling correspondences and documents that are sensitive and/or confidential in nature? (If so, please describe in your cover letter.)

• Yes

• No

  11

  Did you attach a cover letter, resume, and if required a copy of an official law school transcript to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)

• Yes

• No

  12

  Did you attach a writing sample of 3-10 pages to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)

• Yes

• No

  13

  In this position you would be representing the people of the State of Michigan, and not just the interests of any one party. Do you understand and will you abide by the ethical and other implications this brings?

• Yes

• No

  Required Question

Agency

State of Michigan

Department

Civil Rights

Address

400 S. Pine Street, P.O. Box 30002

Lansing, Michigan, 48909

Phone

800-788-1766

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