| Location | Dimondale, MI |
| Salary | $31.99–$47.75 Per Hour |
DEPARTMENTAL SPECIALIST 13 / ITB / CJIC / Michigan Incident Crime Reporting
Salary
$31.99 - $47.75 Hourly
Location
Dimondale, MI
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Job Number
5501-26157-EU
Department
State Police
Opening Date
08/05/2026
Closing Date
8/12/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)
Job Description
This position will proactively monitor developing crime trends and regularly report their findings through documented reports and in-person presentations. This position is dedicated to creating, implementing, and maintaining new trend analysis initiatives using MICR data. As a dedicated liaison with external stakeholders, and the internal point of contact for crime trend needs, this position cultivates and maintains professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders. This position will work closely with the Michigan State Police Michigan Intelligence Operations Center to ensure common goals are met without duplicating efforts. This position will collaborate with MICR Unit analysts that focus on creating data visuals and extracting data to create both commonly requested and specialized reports.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Michigan State Police is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace that accepts, respects, and values the unique contributions of everyone. We are actively looking for individuals who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, and who reflect the communities we serve. Our members are expected to perform their tasks and duties in a bias-free manner, ensuring all persons are treated with dignity, fairness, and respect. Join us as we help build a Michigan where everyone feels safe and secure.
The Michigan State Police (MSP) is a full-service policing agency with statewide jurisdiction, providing over 60 different services either directly to Michigan residents or in support of other law enforcement agencies. The MSP personnel most visible to the public are the uniform troopers whose primary responsibilities include traffic enforcement, crime prevention and investigation, and community engagement and service.
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Required Education and Experience
Education
Possession of a bachelors 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.
Additional Requirements and Information
This position requires passing a pre-employment screening, including passing a drug screen, criminal history background check, and a fingerprint check by the Michigan State Police.
Please attach a cover letter/memo addressed to Ms. Cherish Nunez, resume, and official college transcripts (if applicable) to your application. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted.
Please note: Applicants will be screened out for failure to attach the required resume, cover letter/memo, and (if applicable) official transcripts to their application.
This position requires passing a pre-employment screening, including passing a drug screen, criminal history background check, and a fingerprint check by the Michigan State Police. Please attach a cover letter/memo, resume, and official college transcripts (if applicable) to your application. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. Please note: Applicants will be screened out for failure to attach the required resume, cover letter/memo, and (if applicable) official transcripts to their application. Additional Requirements and Information BoxSocial Media, MVAA Gold star, other MSP Jobs link (place in last box with normal text within the posting editing page):
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.
View the entire job specification at:
https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/D/DepartmentalSpecialist.pdf
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. 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.
More details on benefits for our new hires are below:
Rewarding Work: State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state's military and veterans; rebuild our state's infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.
Insurance Benefits: The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees' annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits.
Retirement Programs: The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state's contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available at http://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.
Vacation and Sick Leave: Eligible full-time employees receive between 15 and 35 personal days and 13 sick days per year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.
Paid Parental Leave: Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leave immediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.
Paid Holidays: Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year's Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.
Bonus Programs: Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.
Military Pay Differential: Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.
Tax-Advantaged Programs: In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.
Student Loan Forgiveness: Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Please view Student Loan Information to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.
Tuition Reduction: Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.
Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.
Alternative and Remote Work Schedules: Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.
Great Lakes and Great Times: Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park-just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan's affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.
Updated: 2/28/24
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DEPSPL - Do you possess at least a bachelors degree or higher in any major. If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts; OR at least one year of professional experience in the state of Michigan classified service; or the equivalent of six months of full-time experience as a Senior Executive Management Assistant 15 in the state classified service (if posted at the Specialist 13 level)?
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DEPSPL - Do you possess at least four years of professional experience, including two years equivalent to the experienced (P11) level or one year equivalent to the advanced (12) level; or the equivalent of six months of full-time experience as a Senior Executive Management Assistant 15 in the state classified service?
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MSPCRIMHST - Please check all that apply.
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MSPCRIMHST1 - If you selected an option other than "None," please describe each with the respective date, offense, location, and disposition. If not applicable, please indicate N/A.
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MSPNEP - Please review the Anti-Nepotism Policy. For this selection, is there a potential to violate the policy?
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MSPNEP1 - If you responded "Yes" to potentially violating the Anti-Nepotism Policy, please provide the name and relationship of the individual. If none, please respond N/A.
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How many years of professional experience do you have analyzing trends over time and across regions to understand how demographic factors, socioeconomic conditions, geographic comparisons, and other factors influence these trends?
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Per your response to the above question, please describe that experience below. Include any experience with crime data. If you do not possess this experience, please enter N/A. Do not enter "see resume".
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How many years of experience do you have cultivating professional relationships with government departments including Michigan State Police, Governor's office, law enforcement agencies, other State of Michigan departments, or federal entities?
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Per your response to the above question, please describe that experience below. Include any experience with crime data and/or other statistical needs. If you do not possess this experience, please enter N/A. Do not enter "see resume".
11
How many years of experience do you have cultivating professional relationships with universities, colleges, other academic organizations, non-profits, or advocacy groups with the goal of collaborating and sharing data?
12
Per your response to the above question, please describe that experience below. Include any experience with data sharing agreements. If you do not possess this experience, please enter N/A. Do not enter "see resume".
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How many years of professional experience do you have researching and implementing analytics initiatives?
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Per your response to the above question, please describe that experience below. If you do not possess this experience, please enter N/A. Do not enter "see resume".
15
How many years of professional experience do you have with leading teams that focus on data driven projects?
16
Per your response to the above question, please describe that experience below. If you do not possess this experience, please enter N/A. Do not enter "see resume".
17
How many years of experience do you have writing, modifying, and optimizing SQL scripts for queries, reports, and database maintenance?
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Per your response to the above question, please describe that experience below. If you do not possess this experience, please enter N/A. Do not enter "see resume".
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How would you describe your Excel knowledge and skillset?
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Per your response to the above question, please describe that experience below. If you do not possess this experience, please enter N/A. Do not enter "see resume".
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How would you describe your Tableau knowledge and skillset?
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How would you describe your Esri, or other geospatial tools, knowledge and skillset?
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How would you describe your Python knowledge and skillset?
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How would you describe your experience with presenting information to others? Select all that apply.
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Per your response to the above question, please describe that experience below. If you do not possess this experience, please enter N/A. Do not enter "see resume".
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MSPINTDOCS - Have you added all of the following required documents to your application, specifically within the "attachments" section as separate documents?
Failure to attach the required documents to your application will result in your application being screened out.
Required Question
Employer State of Michigan
Department State Police Address MSPJobs@michigan.gov
7150 Harris Drive
Dimondale, Michigan, 48821
Phone MSPJOBS@michigan.gov