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Posted: February 26, 2026 (1 day ago)

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State Administrative Manager 15 - Laboratory Systems Section Manager

State of Michigan

Health and Human Services - Central Office

Fresh

Location

Michigan, 48909

Salary

$96,491 - $138,794

per year

Closes

March 6, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This role involves leading a team to manage laboratory information systems, set priorities for health department policies, and handle tasks like writing reports and organizing training programs for staff, clients, and even school students.

It's a managerial position in Michigan's health services focused on improving lab operations and outreach.

A good fit would be someone with experience in healthcare administration, strong leadership skills, and a passion for public health education.

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in any major
  • Four years of professional experience, including two years at an experienced (P11) level or one year at an advanced (12) level
  • Experience in safety and regulatory or law enforcement may substitute for education (high school plus two years at 14 level or one year at 15 level)
  • Ability to direct staff, set priorities, and implement bureau policies
  • Skills in managing laboratory information systems and technical training
  • Proficiency in writing reports, grant applications, and progress reports
  • Experience with internal/external outreach, including K-12 programs

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 directs and manages the activities of section staff and sets priorities for implementation of Bureau policy and overseeing all laboratory information management systems and technical training needs.

This position is responsible for maintaining channels for internal and external client input and adjusting services as appropriate.

This position is responsible for writing reports, grant applications, progress reports, laboratory outreach including internal and external trainings, and K-12 outreach.

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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. See instructions for attaching files here: Instructions

    Requirements

    Education
    Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.

    Experience
    Four years of professional experience, including two years equivalent to the experienced (P11) level or one year equivalent to the advanced (12) level.

    Qualifications

    Education level typically acquired through completion of high school and two years of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 14 level; or, one year of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 15 level, may be substituted for the education and experience requirements.

    Additional Information

    The physical location of this position is 3350 N Martin Luther King Jr. BLVD; Lansing, MI 48906. 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.

    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.

    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.

    As a Condition of Employment: this position requires successful completion of a background investigation and a criminal records check.

    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.

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

    For information about this specific position, please email MDHHSVacancies@michigan.gov. Please reference the job posting number in subject line.

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Posted on NEOGOV: 2/26/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/27/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-michigan-5230592