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State Bureau Administrator 18 - BER Director

State of Michigan

LEO-Labor and Econ Opportunity

Fresh

Location

Michigan, 48909

Salary

$128,180 - $170,601

per year

Closes

March 24, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves leading a state bureau that handles labor relations, mediation between workers and employers, and enforcing wage and hour laws to ensure fair workplaces across Michigan.

The role requires overseeing teams, advising on legal matters, and driving initiatives to support the department's goals in economic opportunity.

It's a great fit for experienced managers or lawyers with a background in labor law, regulatory compliance, or employment relations who enjoy strategic leadership in public service.

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in any field (Juris Doctor from an accredited law school preferred)
  • Two years of professional managerial experience
  • For attorneys: Membership in good standing with the State Bar of Michigan
  • Experience in safety and regulatory or law enforcement supervision (three years at level 14 or two years at level 15 may substitute for education/experience)
  • Knowledge of labor relations, mediation, and wage/hour laws
  • Ability to administer statutes, rules, policies, and procedures
  • Skills in executive leadership and advising commissions

Full Job Description

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At the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, we are passionate about creating a positive, professional, and supportive work environment where we value our differences and are committed to being open and respectful to all our employees and the public we serve.

Our department provides the connections, expertise and innovative solutions to drive continued business growth, build vibrant communities, create affordable housing, generate tourism and attract and retain key talent to fill Michigan’s vast pipeline of opportunities.

Learn more at www.michigan.gov/LEO.

This position is responsible for the Administration of the Bureau of Employment Relations, including the administration of the Labor Relations Section and providing executive leadership to its two divisions, the Mediation Division and the Wage and Hour Division.

This position ensures adherence to the agency’s Statutes, Rules, Policies and Procedures and that each division’s activities are conducted in accordance with applicable laws, rules and protocols.

In addition, this position serves as advisor to the Employment Relations Commission and ensures fulfillment of the mission and goals of the Bureau through new, continued and enhanced initiatives.

State Bureau Administrator 18 Position Description

Requirements

Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.
Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school is preferred.

Experience
Two years of professional managerial experience.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
For attorneys, must be a member in good standing with State Bar of Michigan

Qualifications

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

Additional Information

Please attach a cover letter, detailed resume, and your official college transcript(s) to your application. For our purposes, "official college transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred, date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), and the Registrar's signature and/or seal. A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable, if it contains the elements listed above. The college/university does not have to send the transcript directly to LEO. For more information regarding official transcripts, click here.

Applicants who possess a degree from a foreign college or university must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S.

educational equivalents unless the degree has been recognized by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

Go to evaluators for a list of accepted organizations that evaluate foreign credentials.

Failure to provide this evaluation at the time of application may result in you being screened out of the process.

Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further.

All classified employees are subject to Civil Service Rule 2-8 Ethical Standards and Conduct and will be expected to disclose any personal and financial interests that may conflict with official duties as a classified employee.

All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test prior to their actual appointment.

Certain positions within the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity may also require state criminal, fingerprint-based and driving record background checks.

Any position offer will be conditional until results of the background checks and drug test indicate eligibility for employment.

The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Applications must be submitted through NEOGOV. If you have questions or need assistance uploading and/or attaching your documents, please contact the NEOGOV applicant support at 855-524-5627.

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

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Posted on NEOGOV: 3/11/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/12/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-michigan-5237044