Departmental Analyst-E -- Grants Analyst - Water Infrastructure Finance Sctn



Departmental Analyst-E -- Grants Analyst - Water Infrastructure Finance Sctn

Salary

$23.43 - $36.73 Hourly

Location

To Be Determined - TBD, MI

Job Type

Permanent Full Time

Job Number

7601-23-FD-004

Department

Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE)

Opening Date

01/06/2023

Closing Date

5/17/2023 10:05 AM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)

Job Description


At the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, we are passionate about protecting human health and Michigan’s land, water, and energy resources. We are equally passionate about creating a positive, professional, and supportive work environment where we value our differences and are committed to being open and respectful of all our employees and the public we serve. Our unique backgrounds and experiences make us better equipped to equitably deliver impactful environmental outcomes in the interest of all of Michigan’s residents. 

This position will function as a departmental analyst within the Water Infrastructure Funding and Financing Section, assisting with grant administration. This position performs work related to coordinating water infrastructure project funding and administering and evaluating grant program policies and procedures to ensure program needs are met both within the Division and in communities receiving the grants. This position coordinates with applicants/communities throughout the state and with divisions within EGLE to ensure grant program success. This position will research and develop processes to support infrastructure funding programs through research, analysis, and preparation of documents. Additional position functions include collecting and maintaining data, records, surveys, and developing plans of action for current and new infrastructure funding programs.

Position Description

The work location for this position will be determined based on the selected candidate. However, the selected candidate may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule (combination of remote and in-person) or a fully remote work schedule (with occasional travel to their official work location).  Employees approved for schedules that include remote work must complete that work within Michigan. When working remote, employees must use a designated workspace that is safe and professionally appropriate, allows for privacy, minimizes distractions, and includes secure internet access. Details regarding work location and schedule options for this position may be discussed during the interview process.  

Required Education and Experience

Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.

Experience 

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.

Additional Requirements and Information


ABOUT EGLE:
The Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy's (EGLE) mission is to protect Michigan's environment and public health by managing air, water, land, and energy resources.

At the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, we are passionate about protecting human health and Michigan’s land, water, and energy resources.  We are equally passionate about creating a positive, professional, and supportive work environment where we value our differences and are committed to being open and respectful of all our employees and the public we serve.  Our unique backgrounds and experiences make us better equipped to equitably deliver impactful environmental outcomes in the interest of all of Michigan’s residents.

The State of Michigan offers a competitive benefits package for all career employees that include medical, dental and vision coverage, along with paid parental leave, flexible spending accounts, retirement and much more. Click the following link to learn more.

State of Michigan – Employee Benefits  

The health and safety of our employees is a top priority for the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE).   To learn more about how EGLE employees are achieving the EGLE's mission while abiding by COVID-19 safety protocols, please visit our website at Michigan.gov/EGLE  

Please attach a cover letter, resume and official copy of your college transcripts to your application.  Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.   

Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further.

Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration.  Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.   
 

View the job specification at: http://www.michigan.gov/documents/DepartmentalAnalyst_12505_7.pdf

Graphical Summary of the benefits information contained in the text below.

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, Forbes ranked the State of Michigan in the Top 10 of America’s Best Employers For New Grads 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 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 at http://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc. 
 
Vacation and Sick Leave: Eligible full-time employees receive between 15 and 35 personal days and 13 sick days per 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 leave immediately 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: 11/14/2022 

01
DEPTALT - 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 at least one year of professional level experience in the state of Michigan classified service.
  • Yes
  • No
02
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.
03
Is your degree major, minor, or emphasis in one of the following areas: biological sciences, sustainability, environmental science, resource development, resource management, or another natural science field?
  • Yes
  • No
04
If you answered 'yes' to the previous question, please describe your degree major, minor, or emphasis one of the areas mentioned. If you answered 'no', please enter N/A.
05
Do you have experience and/or education related to water or other municipal utility type infrastructures?
  • Yes
  • No
06
If you answered 'yes' to the previous question, please describe your experience and/or education related to water or other municipal utility type infrastructure. If you answered 'no', please enter 'none'.
07
How many years of experience do you have in managing or coordinating projects or grants?
  • None
  • 1 - 3 years
  • 3 - 7 years
  • More than 7 years
08
If you have experience managing or coordinating projects or grants, please describe. If you do not have this type of experience, please enter N/A.
09
How many years of experience do you have reviewing invoices, budgets, or other financial data?
  • None
  • 1 - 3 years
  • 3 - 7 years
  • More than 7 years
10
If you have experience reviewing invoices, budgets, or other financial data, please describe. If you do not have this type of experience, please enter N/A.
11
How many years of experience do you have preparing and utilizing project tracking documents?
  • None
  • 1 - 3 years
  • 3 - 7 years
  • More than 7 years
12
If you have experience preparing and utilizing project tracking documents, please describe. If you do not have this type of experience, please enter N/A.
13
How many years of experience do you have compiling/extrapolating data or other information into summary reports?
  • None
  • 1 - 5 years
  • 5 - 10 years
  • More than 10 years
14
Please select all computer software you are highly proficient in using:
  • Word
  • PowerPoint or other presentation software
  • Excel
  • GIS
  • None of the above
15
As an example of your written communication abilities, explain why you believe this job related to water infrastructure funding is a good "fit" for you, and what strengths you bring to the position. One-page limit. (Failure to provide this will result in your application being screened out.)
16
9. Did you attach a a copy of your official college transcript to your application? NOTE: Computer-generated unofficial student copies are not accepted. (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)
  • Yes
  • No
17
Did you attach a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)
  • Yes
  • No
18
Please identify which District Office location you would prefer (can select more than one):
  • Cadillac
  • Marquette
  • Bay City
  • Lansing Central Office
  • Kalamazoo
  • Grand Rapids
  • Warren
  • Gaylord (if you select this location, please identify at least one other preferred location as well)
  • No preference - interested in all locations

Required Question

Agency
State of Michigan
Department
Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE)
Address
525 West Allegan Street

Lansing, Michigan, 48909
Phone
517-284-5014