STATE OFFICE ADMIN 17

The Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) is seeking an individual to work in public service as the Director of the Office of Communications. This is an opportunity to build a lifelong career doing work that truly matters - helping to protect consumers and maintain public confidence in Michigan’s insurance and financial services industries.

The right candidate will serve in a leadership position within DIFS, developing and executing the Department’s communications and outreach strategies. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing a team that handles internal and external communications, events, social media outreach, and more, as you communicate to a wide variety of audiences about important insurance and financial services topics that are fundamental to Michiganders’ opportunity, security, and success. You will also be responsible for working with members of the media as the Department’s Public Information Officer. This is an opportunity to work closely with the Department Director, a cabinet-level position, as well as the Governor’s communications team and other stakeholders to connect Michiganders with clear and accurate information about topics like health insurance coverage, bank and credit union accounts, mortgages, and much more.
 
Ideal candidates will have:

• The drive to serve the people of the State of Michigan and make a difference in an important role that supports Michigan individuals and businesses.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities to lead successful communications efforts. 
• Experience working with members of the media, coordinating media interviews, responding to complex media inquiries, and developing talking points. 
• The ability to thrive in a dynamic, collaborative, and high-tech environment while demonstrating sound professional judgement and decision-making.
• A curious and analytical mind capable of working with subject matter experts to understand complex statutes, policy forms, and converting this information into an easy to understand, consumer friendly format.
• The ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively both orally and in writing.
• The desire to work closely with colleagues and management to solve problems.
• The ability to work well both independently and within a team.

 
Other job features:

• Participation in webinars, conference calls, and employee development training. 
• DIFS is looking for a team member who has an interest in helping others, who wants to learn and grow as a professional, and who wants to enjoy all the exciting things life in Michigan has to offer. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
• This position provides competitive pay, retirement, health, vision, and dental benefits.

For more information about this posting, click HERE 

Work Location: This is an in-person position based in Lansing, Michigan, with the possibility for a hybrid work where you would work from home occasionally, following a training period if approved.
 
Please submit a cover letter, resume, copy of official college transcripts, and 3 writing samples. Writing samples should show your ability to clearly convey information to the public, and any confidential information may be redacted.

An "official college transcript" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred, and date granted, coursework completed, and the Registrar's signature and/or seal. A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable, as long as it contains the elements listed above. The college/university does not have to send the transcripts directly to DIFS.

Failure to attach the requested documents may result in your application being screened out.

DIFS is a Gold-Level Veteran-Friendly Employer, committed to recruiting, training, and retaining veterans and their spouses.

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

Experience
Two years of experience as a professional manager or program/staff specialist, or equivalent experience.Education level typically acquired through completion of high school and three years of safety and regulatory or law enforcement 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.View job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/S/StateOfficeAdministrator.pdf

Salary : $52 - $71