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Departmental Analyst Trainee 9-P11 - HS Ancillary Review Section

State of Michigan

Health and Human Services - Central Office

Fresh

Location

Michigan, 48909

Salary

$25.85 - $40.51

per hour

Type

Closes

April 3, 2026

SES Pay Grade

Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900

Typical requirements: Executive-level leadership experience. Senior executive qualifications required.

Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).

Job Description

Summary

This entry-level analyst role in Michigan's Health and Human Services department involves reviewing requests for non-emergency medical transportation for Medicaid patients, collecting and analyzing data to ensure program compliance and effectiveness, and providing guidance to staff, contractors, and the public.

It also includes preparing reports and testifying at hearings related to these cases.

A good fit would be someone with a bachelor's degree, strong analytical skills, and an interest in healthcare policy or public service, who is detail-oriented and comfortable communicating with diverse groups.

Key Requirements

  • Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major
  • Experience in data collection, analysis, and program review
  • Ability to review and process NEMT requests for Medicaid beneficiaries
  • Skills in providing consultation and information to contractors, staff, beneficiaries, and the public
  • Proficiency in preparing summaries and testifying at administrative hearings
  • Knowledge of compliance and effectiveness evaluation in health programs
  • Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace

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.

Departmental Analyst Trainee 9
In a training capacity, this position serves as the analyst responsible for the Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) program for fee-for-service Medicaid beneficiaries requiring state-level review, providing review of NEMT requests, data collection and analysis for program review, effectiveness, and compliance, in conjunction with the section manager. The position provides consultation and information to contractors, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) staff, beneficiaries and the general public. The position is responsible to prepare summaries and testify at NEMT-related Administrative Hearings filed on cases reviewed.

Position Description

Departmental Analyst 9-P11
This position serves as the analyst responsible for the Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) program for fee-for-service Medicaid beneficiaries requiring state-level review, providing review of NEMT requests, data collection and analysis for program review, effectiveness, and compliance, in conjunction with the section manager. The position provides consultation and information to contractors, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) staff, beneficiaries and the general public. The position is responsible to prepare summaries and testify at NEMT-related Administrative Hearings filed on cases reviewed.

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 the supplemental questions must be documented in the 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 for Departmental Analyst 9-P11
    Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.

    Experience for Departmental Analyst 9-P11

    Departmental Analyst 9
    No specific type or amount is required.

    Departmental Analyst 10
    One year of professional experience.

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

    Education and Experience for Departmental Analyst (Departmental Trainee) 9 (FOR CLASSIFIED STATE EMPLOYEES ONLY)

    Education

    Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.

    Experience
    Four years of experience as an advanced 9-level worker in an ECP Group One classification.
    OR
    Three years of experience as an E9, E10, or E11-level worker in an ECP Group One classification.
    OR
    Two years of experience as an experienced level worker in an ECP Group One technician or paraprofessional classification.
    OR
    Two years of experience as a first-line supervisor in an ECP Group Three classification.
    OR
    One year of experience as a second-line supervisor in an ECP Group Three classification

    *Paraprofessional classifications are those requiring an associate's degree or two years of college.

    Educational Substitution
    College credits may be substituted on a proportional basis (one year of college education may substitute for one quarter of the required experience) for up to one half of the required experience.

    Additional Information

    The position's level will be filled based on the selected candidate's qualifications as either a Departmental Analyst Trainee 9, 9, 10, or P11.

    The physical location of this position is 400 S Pine St, Lansing, MI 48933. Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate or hybrid work schedule requests for this position may be considered.

    Selected candidates who have been approved to work remotely or a hybrid schedule must complete that work within Michigan. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.

    Ingham CountyEmployees 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:

    • A secure work location that allows privacy and prevents distractions.
    • A high-speed internet connection of at least 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.
    • 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.

    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.

    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 MDHHSVacancies@michigan.gov. Please reference the job posting number in subject line.

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Posted on NEOGOV: 3/26/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/27/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-michigan-5285994