Job Description

The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) provides leadership, resources, support, and guidance to approximately 200,000 school district staff and nearly 8,000 childcare providers serving approximately 1.5 million students in public and non-public schools, 110,000 students in early childhood programs, 30,000 children receiving childcare, and 39,000 students in special education transition services. In addition, MDE provides administrative support and supervision for the Michigan School for the Deaf and the Library of Michigan.

MDE is responsible for state education leadership in a local control state and works to implement state and federal education laws, disburse state and federal resources, license educators, develop state summative assessments and accountability systems, create state academic standards, and coordinate school health and nutrition programs. In addition, in developing and promoting the state\'s Top 10 Strategic Education Plan, MDE works with partner education entities and stakeholders to improve public education for children across the state. MDE\'s role in the improvement of public education extends to providing information and feedback to public policy-makers, convening educators on public policy issues, recommending draft language on legislation, and developing guidance to districts on statutory changes adopted at the state and federal levels.

Join a team of highly trained and educated individuals committed to supporting learners and learning in Michigan. Serving students, parents, families, educators, and communities within a culture that promotes excellence and respects diversity, our work is meaningful and impactful.

As a State of Michigan employee, you will receive a competitive wage and benefit package that values your experience and skills. You will join a team of more than 500 professionals at the department and almost 50,000 in state government who are committed to excellence in public service.

Finance and Operations: The Division of Finance and Operations (FO) was established to:

• Coordinate facility issues with the Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB)
• Oversee teacher tenure and the administrative rules process

The Deputy Superintendent for Finance and Operations serves as the Department\'s Chief Financial Officer, Emergency Management Coordinator, and interagency liaison. In addition, the Deputy coordinates facility issues with the Department of Technology, Management, and Budget (DTMB) and oversees teacher tenure and the administrative rules process. This Deputy provides leadership to the following offices: Office of Health and Nutrition Services (OHNS), Office of Financial Management (OFM), Library of Michigan (LM), and Office of Administrative Law (OAL).

Primary Physical Work Address - Position is located at the John Hannah Building, 608 West Allegan Street, Lansing, Michigan. Hybrid flexible schedule of in-person and remote work arrangement.

Position Summary - This position serves as the Deputy Superintendent formulating and implementing policies and programs for the division of Finance and Operations. The Deputy Superintendent is responsible for providing direction, supervision, and coordination for all related offices to ensure that the Department\'s activities are aligned with federal and state statutory and regulatory requirements and rules; State Board of Education and Department policies; and Michigan\'s Top 10 Strategic Education Plan. This position functions as the Department\'s Chief Financial Officer and serves on the Superintendent\'s Senior Staff Team.

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Required Education and Experience

Please review the job specification and the position description for the full list of responsibilities, required education and experience, and knowledge, skills, and abilities.

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Alternate Education and Experience

Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Additional Requirements and Information

Your submittal is considered complete with the following required documents:

• Completed Application
• Resume (entered or attached to the job posting)
• Official copy of transcripts (when necessary)

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

This is a continuous posting, the department will begin reviewing applications on January 19, 2023, however, the posting will remain open until the position is filled.

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