Departmental Technician 7-E9 (Printing & Office Technician) - Bureau of Finance

Full Job Description

This position is responsible for evaluating the printing needs of the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and recommending the most efficient and cost-effective solutions for producing high-quality materials.

It plays a critical role in ensuring the seamless operation and coordination of the Print and Mail Services Unit and the Office Services Section by providing on-site professional print job planning assistance including estimates for conventional printing, graphics, electronic printing or on-demand projects.

This position also provides office support to the Engineering Print Unit.

Duties include, but are not limited to; managing data-related tasks, including data entry, verification, and analysis, generating comprehensive reports for the Unit Supervisor and Section Manager to support informed decision-making and operational improvements; handling billing information through the Statewide Integrated Governmental Management Application (SIGMA) system, ensuring accuracy and timely processing of procurement card transactions; providing technical and customer support by serving as a key liaison for staff, customers, and vendors facilitating clear and effective communication through multiple formats, including correspondence, email, and phone interactions; delivering backup support as a secondary resource for the external mail run, ensuring consistent and reliable service during staff absences or peak periods; and identifying opportunities to enhance operational efficiency and customer service within the unit, contributing to the overall effectiveness of MDOT’s Office Services Section.

The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate at the entry (7) level through the maximum rate at the experienced (E9) level. Based on education and experience, candidates will be reviewed to determine what level they are qualified for.

For additional information, please see the links below:

• Departmental Technician 7-E9 position description
• All about MDOT

For information on benefits, visit www.mi.gov/employeebenefits or www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.

The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer.

Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.

Requirements

Education

Education typically acquired through completion of high school

Experience

Departmental Technician 7

One year of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 7-level in state service. 

Departmental Technician 8

One year of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 8-level in state service. 

OR 

One year of experience as a technician or paraprofessional equivalent to the entry level in state service. 

Departmental Technician E9

One year of experience as a supervisor of administrative support activities equivalent to the 9-level in state service. 

OR 

One year of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 9-level in state service. 

OR 

Two years of experience as a technician or paraprofessional, including one year of experience equivalent to the intermediate level in state service.

Qualifications

Departmental Technician 7 

Completion of two years of college (60 semester or 90 term credits) may be substituted for the experience requirement. 

Departmental Technician 8 

Possession of a Bachelor’s degree may be substituted for the experience requirement. 

Departmental Technician E9 

Possession of a Bachelor’s degree and one year of job-related experience may be substituted for the experience requirement.

Additional Information

To be considered for this position you must:

• Attach a Word document outlining your work ethic, the mentors who have influenced you, and the key lessons you have learned from them.
  
• Attach a detailed résumé and cover letter.

View the classification specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/D/DepartmentalTechnician.pdf

MDOT does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.

All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment.

Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable.

Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.

The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

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

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 have questions related to this posting, please contact Camryn Nauta at nautac@michigan.gov.