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Posted: February 23, 2026 (1 day ago)

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General Office Assistant 5-E7 - Macomb Adult

State of Michigan

Health and Human Services - Counties

Fresh

Location

Michigan, 48909

Salary

$20.35 - $28.81

per hour

Closes

March 3, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves providing everyday administrative support in a health and human services office, such as greeting visitors, handling paperwork, managing mail and supplies, answering calls, and keeping records organized.

It's a good fit for someone who is detail-oriented, enjoys routine office tasks, and has basic experience in supporting teams without needing advanced skills.

The role helps keep the office running smoothly to support community services in Michigan.

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • For level 5: No prior experience required
  • For level 6: One year of administrative support experience
  • For level E7: Two years of administrative support experience, including one year at an intermediate level
  • Ability to pass LEIN certification test and background check within 6 months, with recertification every 2 years
  • Proficiency in basic office tasks like data entry, scanning, and recordkeeping
  • Reliability in handling reception, mail distribution, and supply management

Full Job Description

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services 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 MDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan.

This position is responsible to perform a variety of administrative support assignments that include reception, application registration and assignment, scanning, distribution of mail, returning of telephone calls, oversee state car fleet, LEIN/TAC coordination and operation, maintaining data on spreadsheets, performing fiscal-related functions, performing recordkeeping functions, and ordering and maintaining office supplies.

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 in submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
  • 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.
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
Educational level 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.

Qualifications

Subclass Code: This position is a LEIN operator and has a subclass code: LEIN/TAC requiring fingerprint background check, pass the LEIN certification test and be certified within 6 months of employment, and retest/recertify every 2 years.

Additional Information

Position Location: The current vacancy is at located at 41227 Mound Round Road, Sterling Heights, 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.

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.
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: Certain positions may require a criminal history background check.

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

Questions related to this position may be directed to Lauren Scroi at scroil@michigan.gov. Please include the posting number in the subject line of your email.

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Posted on NEOGOV: 2/23/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/24/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-michigan-5245810