State Administrative Manager

State Administrative Manager

The Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) supports the business operations of state agencies through a variety of services, including building management and maintenance, information technology, centralized contracting and procurement, budget and financial management, space planning and leasing, construction management, motor vehicle fleet operations, and oversight of the state retirement systems.

This position will function as the administrative manager for Agency Services/Department Technology, Management and Budget supporting Department of Natural Resources, Environment Great Lake and Energy, Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, and Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DNR, EGLE, MDARD, and DMVA). The administrative manager will be the second line manager for this area and will be responsible for carrying out management duties for first line managers and their staff.

The manager is responsible for providing direction and control functions and activities in the work area including establishing priorities, allocating staff, and ensuring that first line supervisors handle administrative, supervisory, and planning functions. The supervisory functions that this position manages include employee evaluation, counseling, selection, provision of technical and policy guidance and training of employees.

This position is located in Lansing, MI. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview. The State of Michigan is not able to offer employment to out-of-state applicants that do not plan to relocate. The Department of Technology Management and Budget currently offers a hybrid work option which requires two days working on-site at the official work location and three days of remote work per week (subject to change).

We are looking for a person who understands the value of public service and wants to help us meet the needs of our citizens. This person needs to be an excellent communicator, adjusting communication style and messages to varying audiences to ensure understanding. We need an individual who understands the value of standards and can advocate for them in a way that is understood and supported.

Excellent customer service is core to our culture, being able to motivate and support team members, manage expectations, and conduct ourselves with integrity is key to how we work. You need to embrace diversity, have a team-oriented mindset, communicate effectively with a wide range of professionals, and have a desire to invest in the success of the Division.

If you are a self-motivated person who wants a challenge and to work in a high paced environment, we are interested in hearing from you!

The State of Michigan offers competitive work experience that includes a tuition reduction program at several key higher education institutes if you would like to advance your education, good benefits, access to professional development training, excellent vacation and sick time policies, and an ability to successfully juggle your work and family life.

You must attach a detailed resume, cover letter and official transcript to your application. Failure to do so will result in your application packet being screened out as incomplete. If applicable, attach copies of official college transcripts to your application. (Internet version of transcripts will not be accepted) Failure to attach applicable transcripts may result in your application being screened out.