Departmental Analyst 12- Policy Analyst â Native American Affairs
Departmental Analyst 12- Policy Analyst â Native American Affairs
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- The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities services and programs that promote a healthy safe and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity respect and fairness. For more information please visit our MDHHS Diversity Equity and Inclusion Plan.
This position functions as a senior analyst within the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Child Welfare Policy Legislation and Transformation section for Native American Affairs (NAA) and Indian Outreach Services policy. The senior analyst serves as an expert on matters pertaining to Michigans federally recognized tribes and Indian organizations including implementation of the Indian Child Welfare Act of 1978 and the Michigan Indian Family Preservation Act of 2013 (ICWA/MIFPA). The senior analyst will be responsible for ensuring policy objectives related to Native American children are met. The position is responsible for researching interpreting and analyzing program policy and processes to identify ICWA/MIFPA noncompliance formulate possible resolutions make recommendations and assist with implementing policy and practice changes. This position is also responsible for legislative analysis drafting of statewide communications creation of job aids and consultation. Regular collaboration and communication with Michigans federally recognized tribal
governments is expected.
Position Description
Job Specification
To be considered for this position you must:- Apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on Apply in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
- Relevant experience and/or education referred to in the supplemental questions must be documented in the resume transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening.
- Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
- attach a cover letter.
- If applicable attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based internet or copies of unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts provide the name of the institution confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date and the registrars signature. Please review Civil Services guidelines regarding Official Transcripts: Official Transcripts ()
- Attach a response specific to the following:
- In 300 words or less draft a brief policy memo outlining one recommendation to improve Native American Affairs policy . Base your answer on existing challenges or research.
Failure to complete any of the above may result in your application being screened out as incomplete. See instructions for attaching files here: Instructions Required Education and Experience
Education
Possession of a bachelors degree in any major.
Experience
Departmental Analyst 12 -Three years of professional experience including one year of experience equivalent to the experienced (P11) level in state service.Alternate Education and Experience
Departmental Analyst 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
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including but not limited to responses to application questions and responses to interview questions or exercises.
If you previously held status in this classification and departed within the last three (3) years please contact Human Resources regarding your interest in a potential reinstatement. Reinstatement is not guaranteed or required.
Your application for any position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.Position Location/Remote Office: The physical location of this position is 235 S. Grand Avenue Lansing Michigan 48933. Based on operational needs and within established limits remote work and alternate or hybrid work schedule requests for this position may be considered. Selected candidates who have been approved to work remotely or a hybrid schedule must complete that work within Michigan. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.Employees will be provided computers to perform state work. Phones may also be provided for necessary communications. If working remotely employees will be responsible for providing other components of a remote office at their own expense including:
- A secure work location that allows privacy and prevents distractions.
- A high-speed internet connection of at least 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.
- Suitable lighting furniture and utilities.
The Department of Health and Human Services reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
For information about this specific position please email Ellicia Jackson at
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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.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
