Operations Administrator (State Division Administrator 17)

Salary: $117,682.00 - $159,990.00 Annually
Location : East Lansing, MI
Job Type: Permanent Full Time
Remote Employment: Remote Optional
Job Number: 2701-26-14-15
Department: Treasury
Opening Date: 05/21/2026
Closing Date: 6/4/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit: NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)


Job Description
**This position offers the ability to work remotely five days per week **

The Bureau of Investments (BOI) at Michigan Department of Treasury is looking for a dynamic leader with excellent leadership skills, strategic planning abilities, high ethical standards, and a positive attitude to join their team. If you possess these characteristics and are interested in becoming part of an exciting and fulfilling work environment, working with a diverse group of people to accomplish goals, then this is the job for you!
This position acts as the Operations Administrator providing overall planning and direction to the Operations Division of the Trust Accounting and Operations Bureau, which is responsible for the multi-billion dollar settlement activities of all securities purchased, sold, or matured for the State of Michigan Retirement System Fund, the State Treasurer's Common Cash Fund, and various agency and trust funds. This position also directs and oversees the multi-million dollar daily cash control functions associated with trading and income cash funds; it oversees accounting transaction preparation functions associated with the limited partnership investment activities and corporate capital change activities; and is responsible for the accounting systems input functions for various systems, including the investment detail accounting system and the State's general ledger accounting system.

Our culture is driven by excellent customer service, continuous improvement, diversity, inclusion, and employee development. If you value these characteristics and enjoy working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment that offers a great work-life balance, we encourage you to apply!

View full Position Description here: State Division Administrator 17

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Required Education and Experience

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

Please Note: A position is considered professional if the job requires a bachelor's degree. Qualifying professional experience is counted post bachelor's degree .

Experience
Two years of experience as a professional manager or program/staff specialist, or equivalent experience.

View the Job Specification/Education and Experience requirements at:

Alternate Education and Experience


Education level typically acquired through completion of high school and three years of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 14 level; or, two years of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 15 level, may be substituted for the education and experience requirements.

Additional Requirements and Information

Please attach a cover letter, detailed resume, and a copy of your OFFICIAL college transcript(s) to your application (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)


Official Transcripts. For our purposes, "official college transcripts" must contain the applicant's name, college/university name and address, the degree conferred, and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), the Registrar's signature and/or seal, and MUST be recognized by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable, as long as it contains the elements listed above. Failure to provide this evaluation at the time of application may result in you being screened out of the process.

Foreign Transcripts: Applicants who possess a degree from a foreign college or university MUST have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents unless the degree has been recognized by the (CHEA). Civil Service accepts evaluations of foreign credentials from or the Failure to provide this evaluation at the time of application may result in you being screened out of the process.

Travel. This position requires independent out-of-state travel utilizing airplanes, trains, cars, taxicabs, buses, ships, etc. in the evenings and/or weekends, as needed, for work-related purposes, which may include domestic and international assignments, with overnight or extended accommodations, as necessary.

Remote Work. This position is eligible to work remotely (at home) up to five days per week, occasional onsite work will be required. The selected candidate must have a secure, safe and appropriate designated workspace that allows privacy and prevents distractions to perform the duties of this position. Additionally, the selected candidate must have secure and sufficient internet access of commercial cable or wireless broadband with minimum speeds of 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload. Please note that remote work arrangements are subject to management approval and may be adjusted or discontinued at any time.

Work must be performed in the state of Michigan . If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position prior to being appointed to the position. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed.

AI. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software is prohibited. If it is substantiated that AI was used in the process, your application may be removed from consideration.

E-Verify. The Michigan Department of Treasury participates in and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Interviews. Interviews may occur virtually using Microsoft Teams. No prior experience with Teams is necessary, as instructions and tips will be provided to all candidates scheduled for an interview.

Note: Your application for this positiondoes not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results; however, all applicants can view their application status in their NEOGOV profile.
The Michigan Department of Treasury is proud to be recognized at the Gold Level as a Veteran-Friendly Employer .
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
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. 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.
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


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


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. Please view Student Loan 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: 2/28/24
01


STDIVADM - Do you possess one of the following?A bachelor's degree or higher in any major AND at least two years of post-degree experience as a professional manager or program/staff specialist. If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts. OR At least one year of professional experience in the state classified service AND at least two years of experience as a professional manager or program/staff specialistORat least an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school AND at least three years of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 14 level; or at least two years of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 15 level.

• Yes
• No

02


Have you completed at least 21 semester hours (32 term) credits in accounting? If so, please be sure to attach a copy of your OFFICIAL college/university transcript.

• Yes
• No

03


Have you attained either of the designations listed below?

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)
• None

04


How many years of professional management experience do you have overseeing and managing staff? (Professional experience is considered post-bachelor's degree.)

• None to less than one year
• One to three years
• Three to five years
• Five to seven years
• Seven to ten years
• Ten years or more

05


If you indicated you have experience in the previous question, please describe your professional experience. This experience should be clearly documented in your application material. (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.) If you have no experience, enter N/A.
06


How many years of experience do you have with planning, developing and administering investment programs or systems?

• None to less than one year
• One to three years
• Three to five years
• Five to seven years
• Seven to ten years
• Ten years or more

07


If you indicated you have experience in the previous question, please describe your professional experience. This experience should be clearly documented in your application material. If you have no experience, enter N/A.
08


How many years of experience do you have interpreting State and Federal laws, rules or regulations specifically relating to public pension programs or systems?

• None to less than one year
• One to three years
• Three to five years
• Five to seven years
• Seven to ten years
• Ten years or more

09


If you indicated you have experience in the previous question, please describe your professional experience. This experience should be clearly documented in your application material. If you have no experience, enter N/A.
10


How many years of experience do you have working with complex investment accounting reconciliations?

• None to less than one year
• One to three years
• Three to five years
• Five to seven years
• Seven to ten years
• Ten years or more

11


If you indicated you have experience in the previous question, please describe your professional experience. This experience should be clearly documented in your application material. If you have no experience, enter N/A.
12


Work must be performed in the state of Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed. Do you currently reside in Michigan or if offered the position, would plan to relocate to Michigan?

• Yes
• No

13


This position offers remote work up to five days per week with occasional onsite work. The selected candidate must have a secure, safe and appropriate designated workspace and sufficient and secure internet access of commercial cable or wireless broadband with minimum speeds of 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload and may be adjusted or discontinued at any time. Do you understand and agree to these work requirements?

• Yes
• No

14


Out of State and overnight travel is required in this position which may include domestic and international assignments, with overnight or extended accommodations as necessary. Are you able to travel independently, utilizing airplanes, trains, cars, taxicabs, buses, ships, etc.?

• Yes
• No

15


Did you attach your cover letter and detailed resume to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)

• Yes
• No

16


If you qualify for this position by possessing a bachelor's degree, did you remember to attach a copy of your official college/university transcript(s) to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)

• No
• Yes
• N/A - I am a current or previous State of Michigan employee and possess at least one year of experience working in a professional position (a position is considered 'professional' if the job requires a bachelor's degree) AND at least two years of post-degree experience as a professional manager or program/staff specialist; OR I possess the educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school AND at least three years of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 14 level; or at least two years of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 15 level.

17


From the options below, which accurately describes your current employment status? (A current State employee works for an actual State Department such as Department of Treasury or Department of Labor & Economic Opportunity (LEO) etc.)

• Not a State of Michigan employee (never employed at the State)
• A current employee at the Department of Treasury
• A current State of Michigan (non-Treasury) employee
• A previous State of Michigan employee

Required Question