Staff Attorney 15/16 (Licensing and Regulation Division) - 2 Vacancies
State of Michigan
Posted: March 26, 2026 (1 day ago)
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State of Michigan
Department of State
Location
Michigan, 48909
Salary
$31.99 - $47.75
per hour
Type
Full-Time
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This job involves leading a team of investigators in the Special Investigations Section of Michigan's Department of State, focusing on fraud, abuse, and crimes at state facilities.
The manager directs investigations, trains staff, reviews reports, and coordinates with law enforcement and other agencies to ensure effective oversight.
It's a good fit for experienced investigators with management skills who enjoy supervising teams and handling complex regulatory cases.

POSITION DUTIES -This position functions as a first-line manager in the Special Investigations Section with direct supervision over professional and administrative support positions.
This position is responsible for completing investigations and directing the work of Regulation Agents responsible for conducting investigations involving fraud and abuse in MDOS program areas, as well as the investigation of property crimes and other crimes occurring at MDOS facilities.
This position identifies training needs of staff, develops training content, presents training materials, and oversees the Regulation Agent Training program.
The incumbent reviews and approves investigatory reports completed by Section personnel.
This position interprets state and federal statues and makes recommendations related to Section policies/procedures and investigative functions.
The incumbent assigns cases to Section personnel and makes determinations on case prioritization.
This position coordinates investigative activities with local, state, and federal law enforcement officials, other agencies, businesses, and the public.
This position assists in the establishment of Section goals, metrics, and objectives.
Position Description - Regulation Manager 13
APPOINTMENT TYPE/BENEFITS - This position is Full-Time. Therefore, you would be eligible to participate in the benefits offered by the state.
The use of AI (Artificial Intelligence) in the selections process (i.e. application, written exercises, cover letter, etc.) with MDOS is not permitted. If it is substantiated that AI was used in the process, your application will be removed from consideration.
You must apply for this vacancy through the NEOGOV system; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions in submitting your electronic application.
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.
As outlined by Civil Service, an official transcript must bear the applicant’s name, college, or university certification (e.g., seal, logo, watermark, or letterhead), date and name of the conferred degree and registrar’s signature. Transcripts that do not meet these requirements are considered unofficial. For more information regarding official transcripts, click here(Download PDF reader).Civil Service Commission Rule 2-7 requires that all newly hired state employees submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test prior to their actual appointment.
Due to the nature of work of the Department of State, criminal records and driving records will be checked.
Any position offer will be conditional until results of the criminal background record checks indicate eligibility for employment.
Position requires incumbent possess and maintain a valid driver’s license, in accordance with agency’s driving record standards.As part of the Department of State's continued efforts to produce secure driver's licenses and personal identification cards, state law (Public Act 7 of 2008) requires the Department to perform security checks on designated positions.
This notice is to inform you that if you are appointed to a Security Checked Position, you must provide proof of U.S. Citizenship and continue to meet the requirements for the duration of the position.
Employment may be terminated if U.S. Citizenship cannot be verified by the first day of employment. The following documents may be used to verify proof of citizenship*:
*Note: Photo identification must be provided. The current legal name and date of birth on the citizenship and identity documents should match. Spelling needs to match exactly.
Date of birth needs to be an exact match. If the current legal name is different from the name on the birth certificate, the employee must show legal proof of the name change (i.e.
original marriage license, divorce decree or court order).
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