Governmental Affairs Associate -- Michigan Association of Counties

Posted: December 18, 2024

General Duties:

MAC has an immediate opening for a Governmental Affairs Associate. The Governmental Affairs Associate provides administrative and research support to MAC’s Governmental Affairs Director (DGA) and Governmental Affairs Specialist, with a key focus on monitoring bills, the legislative calendar and planning and staffing internal MAC committee meetings.  MAC is the only statewide organization dedicated to the representation of all county commissioners in Michigan. MAC is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization that advances education, communication and cooperation among county government officials in Michigan. 

Full Description.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in political science, history, public administration or related field 
• 1 to 3 years’ experience in legislative or association work 
• Knowledge of Michigan legislative process 
• Highly methodical, creative and insightful in character 

Full Description.

Pay Range: $58,000 - $64,000 annually

How to Apply:

Send resume, letter of interest and three (3) professional references VIA EMAIL ONLY to bosworth@micounties.org.

Legislative Analyst 9-P11 -- Michigan Department of Education

Posted: December 13, 2024

General Duties:

This position serves as the departmental analyst in the Office of Public and Governmental Affairs providing consultation on the initiatives of the superintendent of public instruction and the department with government agencies and education organizations. These organizations include state and federal associations representing early childhood, school administrators and boards, intermediate school administrators, labor unions, public school academies, community colleges, private school groups, various foundations, and university lobbyists. As a department analyst, this position assists the legislation liaison in all legislative issues, specifically in monitoring legislation in reference to education initiatives and communicating with various MDE offices to review and complete analysis on all assignments relating to education legislation at both the state and federal levels.

Full description.

Requirements:

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

Please review the position description for the full list of responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Pay Range: $52,208 - $81,806.40 Annually

How to Apply:

Apply online.

Communications Director -- Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy

Posted: December 9, 2024

General Duties:

This position serves as EGLE's Communication Director responsible for developing and implementing the department’s overall communication strategy. This position oversees the Office of Public Information and coordinates closely with the Environmental Support Division and various other divisions in the department to assure consistent, professional, and relevant communication is provided both externally and internally.

Full Description.

Requirements:

Required Education:

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

Experience:

• At least two years of experience working in marketing, communications, journalism, public relations or related fields.

Full Description.

Pay Range: $120,000.00 - $140,000.00 annually

How to Apply:

Apply online.

Deputy Director -- Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy

Posted: December 9, 2024

General Duties:

The Deputy Director serves as a key strategic leader and a core member of the department's executive management team, focused on strategy and external relations. This position will guide the department's policy direction and developing long-term goals and priorities, in collaboration with the Director and department leadership. The Deputy Director will also play a key role in positioning the department with the public and stakeholders, overseeing public-facing teams including public relations, legislative affairs, and public advocate offices and fostering alignment between the department’s Offices and regulatory Divisions. 

Full Description.

Requirements:

Required Education:

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

Experience:

• At least two years of experience working in the policy, legal, environmental, or governmental affairs fields.

Full Description.

Pay Range: $145,000 - $175,000 annually

How to Apply:

Apply online.

Government Relations and Outreach Specialist -- The Senior Alliance

Posted: December 5, 2024

General Duties:

Works on advocacy activities to support and assist with the agency’s external relations strategy. Foster relationships with elected officials and external stakeholders. drafts communications and implements outreach strategies. Works collaboratively with agency staff and external partners on various advocacy and strategic assignments.

Duties:

• Support the advocacy and external relations activities of the agency, as directed by the Chief Executive Officer, or his/her designee.
• Foster relationships and conduct outreach with elected officials and external stakeholders to achieve the agency’s advocacy and strategic goals.
• Conduct outreach to raise awareness about The Senior Alliance programs and associated advocacy issues.

Full Description.

Requirements:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in social science, human services or a related field from an accredited four-year college or university is preferred. 

Experience: Two years experience in a professional work environment, preferably with a non-profit, governmental or advocacy organization. Familiarity with the aging network, community-based organizations and resources for older adult issues is desirable.  Some experience with data management and computer applications is required.

Full Description.

How to Apply:

Apply online.

Attorney -- Michigan Legislative Council - Legislative Service Bureau

Posted: November 14, 2024

General Duties:

This attorney serves as nonpartisan legal counsel to members of the Michigan Legislature. The attorney is responsible for drafting legislation and advising legislators and their staff on the legalities of legislation and the legislative process. Because of the uniqueness of the position, the attorney will go through a comprehensive training program. The attorney will work in a collaborative team environment and develop areas of subject matter expertise as well as considerable knowledge of the legislative process and legislative drafting standards. The attorney attends legislative committee and workgroup meetings and responds to legal questions concerning legislation from legislators and their staff. In addition to drafting legislation, the attorney may be asked to conduct legal research, analyze legal documents, and write legal memoranda.

Full Description.

Requirements:

Possession of Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school with a minimum 3.0 GPA required. Must possess current membership in good standing in the State Bar of Michigan. Previous legal work experience with state statutes, state government operations, and the legislative process helpful. Excellent writing and research skills required, including knowledge of legal research resources. Excellent oral and interpersonal communication skills required, including the ability to work with diverse personalities. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Must be willing and able to work overtime and irregular hours as required.

Full Description.

Pay Range: $65,713 annually

How to Apply:

Online applications only are accepted through the State of Michigan’s job posting website at: www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan. The job will be posted until December 31, 2024.