| Location | Lansing, MI (Remote) |
| Salary | $95,987–$131,982 Per Year |
MEDC Corporate: Legislative Affairs Manager
Salary
$95,987.00 - $131,982.00 Annually
Location
Lansing, MI
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number
1804-26-MEDC019
Department
MI Economic Development Corp
Opening Date
10/22/2026
Closing Date
10/25/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
N/A
Job Description
Note: This is a MEDC Corporate position - This is not a State of Michigan classified position.
The Legislative Affairs Manager serves as a liaison between the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and Michigan's legislature, advocating for the MEDC's legislative priorities and statewide economic development initiatives. This role supports the MEDC's annual budget process and plays a key part in shaping and advancing government programs aligned with the organization's mission. The Manager maintains strong relationships with the Governor's Office, legislators, and legislative staff, assisting with committee hearings and other legislative functions. Additionally, the Manager leads legislative communications by identifying and engaging legislative offices & staff, monitoring policy developments, and ensuring timely, strategic responses to legislative changes that impact the MEDC and the state.
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This position is based at MEDC Headquarters in Lansing and may work a hybrid schedule with a minimum of 2 days of in-office work required.
Required Education and Experience
Education:
This position requires a bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in Political Science, Communications, Business, or a related field.
Experience:
Five years of related experience.
Experience working with state legislative processes, including drafting legislation and the legislative budget process, public speaking, and/or experience in economic development or local government; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
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:
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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.
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Updated: 2/28/24
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Do you possess a bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in Political Science, Communications, Business, or a related field?
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Do you possess at least five years of related experience working with state legislative processes, including drafting legislation and the legislative budget process, public speaking, and/or experience in economic development or local government; or equivalent combination of education and experience?
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By selecting "Yes" below, you confirm that you are applying for a position with MEDC Corporate and acknowledge that this is not a State of Michigan classified role.
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Describe your experience and provide specific examples of working with legislators, legislative committees, or government agencies. If none, please put N/A.
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What types of legislation have you monitored, analyzed, or influenced in past roles? Please describe and provide examples. If none, please put N/A.
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Describe your experience with the State of Michigan legislative and/or budget process. If none, please put N/A.
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Describe your experience analyzing legislation, bills, and potential policy and provide examples. If none, please put N/A.
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Please describe your experience in interpreting and responding to legislative requests and constituent inquiries. If none, please put N/A.
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Did you attach a cover letter and detailed resume to your application? Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out of this hiring process.
Required Question
Employer State of Michigan
Department MI Economic Development Corp Address MEDCHR@Michigan.org
300 N. Washington Square
Lansing, Michigan, 48913