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Posted: March 13, 2026 (1 day ago)

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Departmental Specialist 13 - Appeals Review Officer - Legal Affairs

State of Michigan

Health and Human Services - Central Office

Fresh

Location

Michigan, 48909

Salary

$31.99 - $47.75

per hour

Type

Closes

March 28, 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 job involves reviewing appeals and ensuring fair processes for people and providers in Michigan's health and human services programs, especially those related to Medicaid.

The role requires representing the department in hearings, applying laws and policies, and handling reviews to uphold due process.

It's a good fit for someone with a legal or administrative background who enjoys detailed work in public service and has experience in hearings or social welfare systems.

Key Requirements

  • Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major
  • Four years of professional experience, including two years at an experienced (P11) level or one year at an advanced (12) level
  • One year of experience in Administrative Hearings related to Medicaid programs and services
  • In-depth knowledge of Medicaid policy, Administrative Law, and Federal and State laws
  • Ability to represent DHHS in beneficiary hearings and conduct Department Reviews
  • Strong skills in ensuring due process under the Social Welfare Act, Provider and Hearing Rules, and Federal Fair Hearings Act

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 individual in this position functions as a staff specialist to ensure due process for Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) providers and beneficiaries. This due process is outlined in the Social Welfare Act, Provider and Hearing Rules, the Federal Fair Hearings Act. This person must possess in depth knowledge of Medicaid policy, Administrative Law and Federal and State laws as the position is responsible for representing DHHS in beneficiary hearings, conducting Department Reviews and performing other duties assigned by the position’s supervisor.

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
    Four years of professional experience, including two years equivalent to the experienced (P11) level or one year equivalent to the advanced (12) level.

    Selective Position Requirement
    One year of experience in Administrative Hearings related to Medicaid programs and services.

    Additional Information

    The physical location of this position is 235 S. Grand Ave, Lansing, MI. 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.


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    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.

    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:
    • 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.

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

    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.

    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: 3/13/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/14/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-michigan-5269828