Departmental Specialist 13 - Public Information Officer
State of Michigan
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GENERAL OFFICE ASSISTANT 5-7 (FILL - CI WAYNE)
State of Michigan
Health and Human Services - Central Office
Location
Michigan, 48909
Salary
$20.35 - $28.81
per hour
Type
Closes
March 20, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves providing everyday administrative help to a team handling centralized intake in Michigan's health and human services department, including tasks like managing mail, entering data, ordering supplies, and supporting staff with scheduling and onboarding.
It's a good fit for someone organized and detail-oriented who enjoys routine office work and has some experience in supporting others in a busy environment.
The role is based in Detroit with possible hybrid remote options.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent education
- For level 5: No prior experience required
- For level 6: One year of administrative support experience
- For level 7: Two years of administrative support experience, including one year at an intermediate level
- Strong organizational skills for filing, data entry, and report compilation
- Ability to handle mail distribution, supply management, and form reviews
- Proficiency in basic office tasks like typing, scheduling, and onboarding support
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.
This position provides administrative support to the manager and staff of Centralized Intake, performing a variety of administrative support assignments such as filing, retrieving, sorting and distributing mail; reviewing forms for accuracy and required completeness; compiling data for reports; typing and data entry; ordering, stocking and delivery of office supplies; and assisting with administrative functions. Additional roles and responsibilities include Scheduling (Direct Report), MORS responsibilities, file clearing Rightfax, Law Enforcement Notifications (LEN), assigning Peer Reviews, and Staff Onboarding.
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: InstructionsRequirements
EducationEducation typically acquired through completion of high school.
Experience
General Office Assistant 5
No specific type or amount of experience is required.
General Office Assistant 6
One year of administrative support experience.
General Office Assistant E7
Two years of administrative support experience, including one year equivalent to the intermediate level.
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 19340 Greenview Ave. Detroit, MI 48219 .
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 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.
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 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.Departments reserve the right to close postings prior to the closing date based on the volume of applications received.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.
For questions in regards to this specific position, please contact Lori Lindsey at LindseyL2@michigan.gov.
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