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Posted: March 25, 2026 (1 day ago)

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Departmental Analyst 12 - CSA-Continuous Quality Improvement

State of Michigan

Health and Human Services - Central Office

Fresh

Location

Michigan, 48909

Salary

$29.92 - $43.73

per hour

Type

Closes

April 2, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves leading efforts to improve child welfare services by planning quality improvement teams, analyzing data on youth and families, and coordinating with local directors and agencies to enhance program outcomes.

A good fit would be someone with experience in social services or program analysis who enjoys collaborative work, data handling, and traveling to support reviews across Michigan.

It's ideal for professionals passionate about making children's services safer and more effective.

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in any major
  • Three years of professional experience, including one year equivalent to experienced (P11) level in state service
  • Experience in program development and quality improvement in child welfare or related fields
  • Skills in data collection, reporting, and analysis for youth and family services
  • Ability to facilitate and implement continuous quality improvement teams and initiatives
  • Strong coordination and planning abilities with stakeholders like county directors and business centers
  • Willingness to travel for Quality Service Reviews and other duties

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.

A senior analyst of the Division of Continuous Quality Improvement (DCQI) is responsible for working with advanced complex components of the child welfare system in all areas of program development directed toward improving the quality and availability of children’s services.

This position is responsible for the facilitation, planning and implementation of Continuous Quality Improvement teams, other duties and initiatives.

The Senior DCQI Analyst prepares and coordinates plans to improve client services, program outcomes and quality assurance.

These duties involve working cooperatively in conjunction with Children’s Services County Directors, the Business Service Center Directors, Children’s Services Administration and others who are directly impacted by and interested in the achievement of quality service delivery and outcomes.

The DCQI analyst coordinates and creates mechanisms for the data collection, reporting, and analysis of data for all youth and families.

Travel is expected to participate in the Quality Service Reviews and other DCQI assigned duties.


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
    Three years of professional experience, including one year of experience equivalent to the experienced (P11) level in state service.




    Additional Information

    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 235 S. Grand Ave., Lansing, MI. however, this position has the ability to work hybrid (remote/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.
    Image of the upper and lower peninsula of Michigan with counties outlined and a red highlight on Ingham County county.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.

    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.

    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.

    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 information about this specific position, please email Ellicia Jackson at jacksone28@michigan.gov

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Posted on NEOGOV: 3/25/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/26/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-michigan-5283213