Departmental Analyst 9-12 (Grant Coordinator) - Office of Economic Development

State of Michigan•Lansing, MI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Would you like to join a small, hard-working, self-driven team of professionals committed to public service and vigorously engaged in strengthening Michigan communities through active transportation and economic development? Consider making a difference and applying for the open grant coordinator position with the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) Office of Economic Development. Put your project management skills to use providing technical advice and guiding communities, tribal governments and state agencies from project concept development through to the ribbon-cutting and grant financial closing. You will work with MDOT and other state agency technical experts throughout the process to coordinate, interpret and communicate technical expertise to grant applicants in the areas of business attraction, nonmotorized transportation, aesthetics, historic preservation, water quality, environmental impact, transportation planning and civil engineering. Flexibility, independence and positive outcomes are the watchwords as you work in a highly collaborative environment to grow a vibrant, safe, healthy and inclusive Michigan. An ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and be motivated, organized, self-directed, detail-oriented and able to manage multiple projects in various stages of progress. Previous experience in transportation, planning or engineering is preferred, but not required. Begin your journey with MDOT today! The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate at the entry (9) level through the maximum rate at the advanced (12) level. Based on education and experience, candidates will be reviewed to determine what level they are qualified for. For additional information, please see the links below: Departmental Analyst 9-P11 position description Departmental Analyst 12 position description All about MDOT Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate work schedule requests for this position may be considered. For information on benefits, visit www.mi.gov/employeebenefits or www.mi.gov/orsstatedc . 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.

Requirements

Possess a valid driver’s license and maintain it throughout employment in the position.
Attach a detailed resume and cover letter.
Attach a maximum one-page response describing the role of a Grant Coordinator for an agency that offers competitive grant funding. Include this document as an attachment titled "Grant Coordinator Role."
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.
For Departmental Analyst 9: No specific type or amount of experience is required.
For Departmental Analyst 10: One year of professional experience.
For Departmental Analyst P11: Two years of professional experience, including one year of experience equivalent to the intermediate (10) level in state service.
For 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 for 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.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in transportation, planning or engineering is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Providing technical advice and guiding communities, tribal governments and state agencies from project concept development through to the ribbon-cutting and grant financial closing.
Working with MDOT and other state agency technical experts throughout the process to coordinate, interpret and communicate technical expertise to grant applicants in the areas of business attraction, nonmotorized transportation, aesthetics, historic preservation, water quality, environmental impact, transportation planning and civil engineering.
Managing multiple projects in various stages of progress.