Department Technician 7-E9 (Specialty Trades Technician)

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　　Department Technician 7-E9 (Specialty Trades Technician)

　　Salary

　　$21.48 - $29.50 Hourly

　　Location

　　Lansing, MI

　　Job Type

　　Permanent Full Time

　　Job Number

　　6401-23-BCC-086 SpecialtyTrade

　　Department

　　Licensing and Regulatory Affairs - LARA

　　Opening Date

　　01/24/2024

　　Closing Date

　　1/31/2024 5:00 PM Eastern

　　Bargaining Unit

　　UNITED AUTO WORKERS (UAW)

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　Job Description

　　This position functions as a departmental technician for the Specialty Trades Division administered under the authority of the Skilled Trades Regulation Act, 2016 PA 407, the Elevator Licensing Act, 1976 PA 333, the Elevator Safety Board Act, 1967 PA 227, the Ski Area Safety Act, 1962 PA 199, the Carnival – Amusement Safety Act of 1966, 1966 PA 225, and associated administrative rules. This position will conduct document compliance and process applications for permit requesters and also provide technical guidance to external users on boiler, elevator and ski and amusement code, and inspection fees. The departmental technician also assists callers with general inquiries regarding the program; assists callers with case-specific problems and\or concerns; determines eligibility for inspections; responds to complaints and customers; fulfills FOIA requests; performs all administrative tasks to update customer information and provides forms, invoices, and violation notices and explanations to customers; responds to inquiries about rules, codes, and policies; and provides backup support to other functional areas.

　　View the full position description here (https://mcsc.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/BCCTechSpecialtyTradesPD.docx) :

　　LARA is proud to be Michigan Veteran’s Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer

　　For more information about our department, we invite you to visit us onFacebook (https://www.facebook.com/michiganLARA/) ,Twitter (https://www.twitter.com/michiganLARA) andYouTube (https://www.youtube.com/user/MichiganLARA) .

　　Our culture is driven by excellent customer service, continuous improvement, metrics, employee development and diversity and inclusion.

　　LARA Career Opportunities (michigan.gov) (https://www.michigan.gov/lara/about/careers)

　　Required Education and Experience

　　Education

　　Education typically acquired through completion of high school

　　Experience

　　Departmental Technician 7

　　One year of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 7-level in state service.

　　Departmental Technician 8

　　One year of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 8-level in state service.

　　OR

　　One year of experience as a technician or paraprofessional equivalent to the entry level in state service.

　　Departmental Technician E9

　　One year of experience as a supervisor of administrative support activities equivalent to the 9-level in state service.

　　OR

　　One year of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 9-level in state service.

　　OR

　　Two years of experience as a technician or paraprofessional, including one year of experience equivalent to the intermediate level in state service.

　　Alternate Education and Experience

　　Departmental Technician (Trainee) 7

　　Two years of experience in a 7 level or higher non-administrative support ECP Group One classification.

　　OR

　　One year of experience as a first-line supervisor in an ECP Group Three classification.

　　Departmental Technician 7

　　Completion of two years of college (60 semester or 90 term credits) may be substituted for the experience requirement.

　　Departmental Technician 8

　　Possession of a Bachelor’s degree may be substituted for the experience requirement.

　　Departmental Technician E9

　　Possession of a Bachelor’s degree and one year of job-related experience may be substituted for the experience requirement.

　　Additional Requirements and Information

　　View the entire job specification at: http://www.michigan.gov/documents/DepartmentalTechnician_12525_7.pdf

　　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. In 2022,Forbesranked the State of Michigan in theTop 10 of America’s Best Employers For New Grads (https://www.forbes.com/lists/best-employers-for-new-grads/?sh=5be036b2203a) and as the #1 employer for new grads in government services. 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: 11/14/2022

　　01

　　DPTLTCH – Do you possess at least an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school?

　　Yes

　　No

　　02

　　DPTLTCH – Please select your level of experience.

　　At least one year of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 7-level in state service OR completion of at least two years of college (60 semester or 90 term credits).

　　At least One year of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 8-level in state service. OR One year of experience as a technician or paraprofessional equivalent to the entry level in state service. OR possession of a Bachelor's degree in any major.

　　At least One year of experience as a supervisor of administrative support activities equivalent to the 9-level in state service. OR One year of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 9-level in state service. OR Two years of experience as a technician or paraprofessional, including one year of experience equivalent to the intermediate level in state service. OR possession of a Bachelor's degree in any major and at least one year of job-related experience.

　　At least Two years of experience as a supervisor of administrative support activities equivalent to the 9-level in state service. OR Two years of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 9-level in state service. OR Three years of experience as a technician or paraprofessional, including one year of experience equivalent to the experienced level in state service.

　　03

　　How many years of experience do you have in office type customer service?

　　None

　　Limited

　　1-2 years

　　3-4 years

　　5+ years

　　04

　　Do you have experience reading and understanding laws/statutes?

　　Yes

　　No

　　05

　　If yes, please explain your experience.

　　06

　　Please select your level of proficiency in organizing and tracking projects or assignments from implementation to completion.

　　Poor

　　Fair

　　Good

　　Excellent

　　Required Question

　　Agency

　　State of Michigan

　　Address

　　400 South Pine Street

　　Lansing, Michigan, 48909

　　Phone

　　(800) 788-1766

　　State of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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