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Information Technology Manager

State of Michigan

Technology, Management and Budget

Fresh

Location

Michigan, 48909

Salary

$37.62 - $54.99

per hour

Closes

April 8, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job is for an IT manager who leads a team supporting education programs in Michigan's state government, focusing on areas like early education, higher education, and partnerships.

The role involves planning and coordinating projects to meet goals on time and within budget while managing staff and communicating effectively.

It's ideal for a motivated leader who values public service, works well in diverse teams, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Key Requirements

  • Strong communication skills to explain technical concepts to individuals or groups
  • Leadership and motivation abilities to guide and hold staff accountable
  • Organizational skills with good time management and adherence to timelines
  • Reliability, honesty, and commitment to colleagues and customers
  • Embrace diversity and team-oriented mindset for effective collaboration
  • Experience in planning, directing, and coordinating IT unit activities
  • Ability to work in a hybrid model (2 days on-site in Lansing, 3 days remote)

Full Job Description

The Department of Technology, Management and Budget supports the business operations of state agencies through a variety of services including Information Technology project delivery, maintenance and support. This position is within Agency Services MDE, CEPI, MDCR, MCSC, and MiLEAP.

We are looking for a person that understands the value of public service in a diverse environment and wants to help us meet the needs of our citizens.

This person needs to be an excellent communicator, meaning they can explain things to an individual or large group in a way that they can understand and relate to, not necessarily an orator.

We would love someone who is a motivator and leader. You need to be organized, have good time management skills, and know the importance of a timeline.

We need someone who is reliable and honest and who keeps their word and commitments to their colleagues and customers.

We want someone who comes to work to work and holds themselves and their staff accountable.

You need to embrace diversity, have a team-oriented mindset, and learn to communicate effectively with a wide range of professionals. Strong communications skills are a must.

As the first line manager supporting Michigan Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP), you will plan, direct, and coordinate unit activities to ensure the objectives and goals are met within prescribed priorities, time limitations, and budgets.

The MiLEAP Development Unit supports the following business processes:


  • Early Education
  • Higher Education
  • Education Partnerships


If you are a self-motivated individual with a proven track record, seeking a challenge in a fast-paced environment, we are interested in hearing from you. Join the State of Michigan employee family and apply today!


The State of Michigan offers competitive work experience that includes in-state remote work options, tuition reduction program at several higher education institutions, a variety of benefits, access to professional development training, and excellent vacation and sick time policies.

Please consider sending in your application today.


DTMB does not participate in STEM-OPT.


ITM 14 -- Position Description


IT Signing Bonus

This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $3,500. Up to $1,750 to be paid upon new hire and the remainder to be paid after satisfactory completion of the initial probationary period (12-month period). This does not apply to current state employees.


Position Location/Remote Office: The office location is Lansing, MI. The State of Michigan is not able to offer employment to out-of-state applicants that do not plan to relocate.

The Department of Technology Management and Budget currently offers a hybrid work option which requires two days working on-site at the official work location and three days of remote work per week.


DTMB is proud to be a Michigan Veteran’s Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer.

DTMB is proud to be a Michigan Veteran’s Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer.

Requirements

Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree with not less than 21 semester (32 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: computer science, data processing, computer information systems, data communications, networking, systems analysis, computer programming, information assurance, IT project management or mathematics.

Experience
Three years of professional experience equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure, Programmer/Analyst or IT Project Coordinator P11 or one year equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure, Programmer/Analyst or IT Project Coordinator 12.

Qualifications

Three years of experience as a computer programming supervisor or Information Technology
Supervisor may be substituted for the education and experience.

Additional Information

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 and screened out. See instructions for attaching files here: Instructions(Download PDF reader)


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


    In accordance with federal law, all new employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three business days of beginning employment. If selected for employment, you must be able to submit proof of your legal right to work in the United States.


    View the job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/I/InformationTechnologyManager.pdf

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Posted on NEOGOV: 3/24/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/25/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-michigan-5281942