Dept Manager 14

The Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) is seeking an individual to work in public service as a Departmental Manager 14 in the Office of Consumer Finance - Consumer Finance Licensing Section. This position 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 an important role in Michigan's financial services sector by ensuring that non-depository consumer financial services companies operating in Michigan are properly licensed.  As the Departmental Manager in the Consumer Finance Licensing Section, you will direct and oversee a team of analysts, and technicians responsible for reviewing, investigating, and evaluating applicants for licensure to ensure that they meet the requirements and qualifications to hold a license.  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 desire to travel to diverse work locations for training opportunities, and conferences. * 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 analyzing 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 schedule where you would work from home up to three days per week, following a training period if approved. Work must be performed in the state of Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed. Please submit a cover letter, resume, copy of official college transcripts, and a professional writing sample.  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 Four years of professional experience, including two years equivalent to the experienced (P11) level or one year equivalent to the advanced (12) level. View the entire job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/D/DepartmentalManager.pdf