Departmental Analyst (Trainee, 9-12) (Western UP Trails Specialist)

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Departmental Analyst (Trainee, 9-12) (Western UP Trails Specialist)

Salary

$26.33 - $42.46 Hourly

Location

To Be Determined - TBD, MI

Job Type

Permanent Full Time

Job Number

7501-25-PARK-017

Department

Natural Resources

Opening Date

12/02/2024

Closing Date

12/20/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)

Description

Benefits

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Job Description

Position is responsible for leading and coordinating regional trail management such as rail trails, linear state park trails, snowmobile and ORV trails, non-motorized trails, equestrian trails, pathways, water trails, and other recreation programs that are administered by Parks and Recreation Division. The person will assist the local Unit Supervisors, Managers, and Trail Authorities with the physical implementation and operation of trails for these programs. This position is the recognized resource, coordinating recreation trail management over an assigned geographical area; 6 counties in the western Upper Peninsula. The position will set priorities and assign work in conjunction with other divisions or agencies. They will also work as a liaison between Lansing staff, PRD operations staff, trail coordinators, and trail authorities for trail management. Additionally, this person will establish relationships and cooperatively work with local units of government, users' groups, as well as other agencies on PRD related trail issues. This position will need to have experience of GIS and other computer-based programs and be able to handle land issues such as trespass, lease administration, user conflicts and land reviews as it relates to state designated trails.

Position Description

The work location for this position will be located in the Western Upper Peninsula in the Marquette, Crystal Falls, or Ishpeming office.

Required Education and Experience

Education for Departmental Analyst 9-12

Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.

Experience for Departmental Analyst 9-12

Departmental Analyst 9

No specific type or amount is required.

Departmental Analyst 10

One year of professional experience.

Departmental Analyst P11

Two years of professional experience, including one year of experience equivalent to the intermediate (10) level in state service.

Departmental Analyst 12

Three years of professional experience, including one year of experience equivalent to the experienced (P11) level in state service.

Education and Experience for Departmental Analyst (Departmental Trainee) 9 (FOR CLASSIFIED STATE EMPLOYEES ONLY)

Education

Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.

Experience

Four years of experience as an advanced 9-level worker in an ECP Group One classification.

OR

Three years of experience as an E9, E10, or E11-level worker in an ECP Group One classification.

OR

Two years of experience as an experienced level worker in an ECP Group One technician or paraprofessional classification.

OR

Two years of experience as a first-line supervisor in an ECP Group Three classification.

OR

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

*Paraprofessional classifications are those requiring an associate's degree or two years of college.

Educational Substitution

College credits may be substituted on a proportional basis (one year of college education may substitute for one quarter of the required experience) for up to one half of the required experience.

Alternate Education and Experience

Departmental Analyst (Departmental Trainee 9) 9 - 12

Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school and the equivalent of at least two years of full-time active-duty experience at or above the E-6 level in the uniformed services may be substituted for the education requirement.

Additional Requirements and Information

View the job specification at:https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/D/DepartmentalAnalyst.pdf

Accommodations

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

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 at www.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 daysand 13 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 take 12 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 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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DEPTTRE - Do you possess one of the following? A bachelor's degree or higher in any major. If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts; OR the education and experience for the Departmental Analyst Trainee or an educational substitution, as listed on the job specification. If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts. OR the Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school and the equivalent of at least two years of full-time active-duty experience at or above the E-6 level in the uniformed services may be substituted for the education requirement. Please attach a copy of your DD214.

Yes

No

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DEPTALT – Please select your level of experience.

None to one year of professional experience.

One to two years of professional experience.

Two to three years of professional experience.

At least three years of professional experience.

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How much experience do you have working with volunteer groups and clubs?

None

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Please describe this experience:

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How much experience do you have managing construction contracts?

None

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Please describe this experience:

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How much experience do you have working with Snowmobile clubs and organizations?

None

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Please describe this experience:

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How much experience do you have working with ORV clubs and organizations?

None

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How many years of experience do you possess in planning and leading meetings including agenda management, presentations, written analysis and follow-up?

None

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Please describe this experience:

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Please describe your experience with different types of trails:

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Do you have experience with various mapping solutions including GIS and data collection?

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No

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Please explain this experience:

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Please explain how your education and work experience will prepare you for this position.

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QOL - Did you attach a cover letter, resume, and official college transcripts (if applicable) to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)

Yes

No

Required Question

Agency

State of Michigan

Department

Natural Resources

Address

525 West Allegan

Lansing, Michigan, 48909

Phone

517-284-5014

Website

https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/about/careers

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