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Departmental Analyst 12 - BSC 5 Educational Analyst

State of Michigan

Health and Human Services - Central Office

Fresh

Location

Michigan, 48909

Salary

$29.92 - $43.73

per hour

Type

Closes

March 13, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves overseeing education for youth in foster care and child caring institutions in Michigan, providing guidance to improve their school outcomes, and working with schools and local staff to ensure smooth transitions and proper services.

A good fit would be someone passionate about helping vulnerable kids succeed in education, with experience in child welfare or teaching, and strong skills in collaboration and problem-solving.

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education, social work, or related field
  • Experience working with foster youth or in child welfare systems
  • Knowledge of educational policies and services for at-risk children
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills for working with schools, institutions, and staff
  • Ability to provide technical assistance and advocacy for youth's educational needs
  • Proficiency in planning and implementing educational goals and case plans
  • Willingness to travel within assigned geographic region in Michigan

Full Job Description

The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit our MDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan.

The advanced level Education Analyst with the Business Services Center(s) functions as a recognized resource responsible for overseeing the educational requirements for youth in under the care and supervision of MDHHS and to provide technical assistance and consultation to local jurisdictions and Child Caring Institutions within the assigned geographic region. The education analyst provides oversight and guidance to improve education outcomes for youth in foster care. The position will collaborate with Older Youth and Education program office and external partners to increases educational success. The position will develop collaborative relationships with local school districts and/or intermediate school districts in order to best serve children and youth returning to communities from congregate care settings and ensure that educational services are provided. The position will coordinate with Child Care Institutions (CCI) and youth placed at CCIs to make sure education services are being provided and academic credits are being transferred. The position will provide technical assistance to the foster care staff regarding the development of youth’s educational goals, planning and implementation of educational plans and/or case planning and will serve as an advocate for youth with the school systems to ensure the appropriate educational services are provided. The position will serve as a technical expert on the educational needs of foster youth who are returning to community settings from CCIs.

Position Description
Job Specification

To be considered for this position you must:
  • apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
  • relevant experience and/or education referred to in supplemental questions must be documented in resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening.
  • attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
  • attach a cover letter.
  • if applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts.

    Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.

    Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered. See instructions for attaching files here: Instructions

    Requirements

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

    Experience
    Departmental Analyst 12
    Three years of professional experience, including one year of experience equivalent to the experienced (P11) level in state service. Two years of professional experience, including one year of experience equivalent to the intermediate (10) level in state service.

    Additional Information

    If you previously held status in this classification and departed within the last three (3) years, please contact Human Resources regarding your interest in a potential reinstatement. Reinstatement is not guaranteed or required.

    Your application for any position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

    Position Location/Remote Office: The office location for this position is at Cadillac Place, 3040 West Grand Boulevard, Detroit, Mi. 48202 however, this position has the ability to work hybrid (combination of remote and office). Selected candidates who have been approved to work hybrid must complete that work within Michigan. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.

    Employees will be provided computers to perform state work. Phones may also be provided for necessary communications. If working remotely, employees will be responsible for providing other components of a remote office at their own expense, including:
    o A secure work location that allows privacy and prevents distractions.
    o A high-speed internet connection of at least 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.
    o Suitable lighting, furniture, and utilities.

    As a Condition of Employment: this position requires successful completion of a background investigation and a criminal records check.

    The Department of Health & Human Services reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

    For questions in regards to this specific position, e-mail: Wendy Gomez at gomezw@michigan.gov. Please include the posting number in the e-mail subject line.

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Posted on NEOGOV: 3/5/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/6/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-michigan-5260173