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Posted: February 10, 2026 (1 day ago)

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State Administrative Manager 15 - PHA WIC Vendor Mgmt. and Program Integrity Section

State of Michigan

Health and Human Services - Central Office

Fresh

Location

Michigan, 48909

Salary

$96,491 - $138,794

per year

Closes

February 19, 2026More State jobs →

Job Description

Summary

This job involves leading a team that manages food vendors, ensures program rules are followed, and handles payments for Michigan's WIC program, which helps low-income families buy healthy food for women, infants, and children.

The role directs statewide operations, oversees compliance, and tackles special projects to keep the food delivery system running smoothly.

It's a good fit for someone with experience in program management, regulatory oversight, and public health who enjoys leading teams in a government setting.

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in any field (Master's preferred in public health, public administration, nursing, or related area)
  • Four years of professional experience, including two years at an experienced level (P11) or one year at an advanced level (12)
  • Experience in safety, regulatory, or law enforcement may substitute for some education and experience requirements
  • Ability to direct and supervise unit managers and section staff
  • Knowledge of operational procedures, vendor contracts, compliance, and EBT systems
  • Strong skills in managing complex programs, reports, and special projects
  • Occasional travel to Lansing office; remote work eligible within Michigan

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.

As Section Manager of the highly complex and diverse section within the WIC Division, directs the complicated statewide WIC food management process, vendor management functions, WIC vendor compliance activity, vendor payment. Directs unit managers/supervisors to provide professional overall direction within the section. Responsible for various related operational procedures, reports, vendor contracts, vendor compliance, EBT, special projects and various related areas for the food delivery system. Provides administrative direction to managers and section staff.

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 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. Master's preferred in public health, public administration, nursing, or related degree.

    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

    This position is remote with occasional travel to the office in the Elliott-Larsen Bldg., 320 S. Walnut St., 5th floor. Lansing, MI 48933.

    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.

    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.

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

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

    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.


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Posted on NEOGOV: 2/10/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/11/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-michigan-5230695