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Administrative Law Specialist 13-16
State of Michigan
Licensing and Regulatory Affairs - LARA
Location
Michigan, 48909
Salary
$33.53 - $71.64
per hour
Type
Closes
May 7, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves reviewing legal records, researching laws and policies, and writing opinions and orders for the Michigan Public Service Commission, which regulates public services like utilities.
It's ideal for lawyers who enjoy detailed analysis and have experience in administrative or regulatory law.
Entry-level positions are open to new law graduates, while higher levels require progressively more years of professional legal work.
Key Requirements
- Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school
- Membership in good standing in the Michigan State Bar
- For level 13: No specific experience required
- For level 14: One year of professional legal experience equivalent to level 13 or as an attorney
- For level P15: Two years of professional legal experience, including one year equivalent to level 14 or as an attorney
- For level 16: Three years of professional legal experience, including one year equivalent to level P15 or as an attorney
- Submit official law school transcripts, resume, two professional writing samples (at least 10 pages each), and a cover letter
Full Job Description
Online application must contain all detailed education and experience. It will be used as the primary source for the initial review of your application.This position is responsible for drafting proposed opinions and orders after detailed analysis of the record, policy and law. Responsible for opinions related to the regulatory authority, rules and procedures of the Michigan Public Service Commission (Commission). This position is responsible for performing legal research and analysis relative to a broad variety of laws and legal issues and regulation affecting the Commission.
For the full Administrative Law Specialist 16 Position Description click here
For the full Administrative Law Specialist 13-P15 Position Description click here
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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.
Any applicant suspected of using AI software for any portion of the selection process may be screened out.
Requirements
Education
Possession of a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited school of law.
Experience
Administrative Law Specialist 13
No specific type or amount is required.
Administrative Law Specialist 14
One year of professional experience in legal work equivalent to an Administrative Law Specialist 13 or Administrative Law Examiner 13, or as an attorney.
Administrative Law Specialist P15
Two years of professional experience in legal work, including one year equivalent to an Administrative Law Specialist 14 or Administrative Law Examiner 14; or, two years of experience as an attorney.
Administrative Law Specialist 16
Three years of professional experience in legal work, including one year equivalent to an Administrative Law Specialist P15 or an Administrative Law Examiner P15; or, three years of experience as an attorney.
Additional Information
Membership in good standing in the Michigan State Bar.Please attach your official law school transcripts, resume, two professional writing samples of at least 10 pages, and a cover letter explaining why you are interested in this position.
View the entire job specification at:
https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/A/AdministrativeLawSpecialist.pdf
Michigan Public Service Commission is proud to be an equal employment workplace that values inclusion & diversity. In an effort to minimize implicit bias, the Michigan Public Service Commission is removing/protecting applicant personal identifying information. For best results include detailed education and experience in the online application for review. Do not put “see resume” instead of listing duties under your work experience.
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