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Job Description The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit MDHHS Diversity Equity and Inclusion.

This position serves an entry level analyst in the crime victim compensation program. The position will be responsible for adhering to legislative statute to conduct investigations of submitted documentation, provide financial assistance to victims of crime, and report to the Crime Victim Services Commission. Adjudication of claims will consist of, but not be limited to: review of claim applications, police reports, medical records, employment verification and documentation, medical billings, insurance benefit statements and other documents.

The position will be responsible for maintaining contact with the victim and claimant to keep them updated on the status of their claim. The position will also be responsible for drafting written recommendations to either award or deny claims based upon the documentation provided, legislative statute, and other information provided during the investigation. The position will be responsible for developing and introducing recommendations of procedural changes that have policy implications to the program director and commission members.

Position Description Job Specification To be considered for this position you must: apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted. relevant experience and/or education referred to in supplemental questions must be documented in resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening.

attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week. attach a cover letter.

if applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts.

Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature. Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered. See instructions for attaching files here: Instructions Required Education and Experience Education Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major Experience Departmental Analyst 9 No specific type or amount is required.

Departmental Analyst 10 One year of professional experience. Departmental Analyst P11 Two years of professional experience, including one year of experience equivalent to the intermediate (10) level in state service. .

Additional Requirements and Information This position is located at the Grand Tower Building, 235 S. Grand Ave., Lansing, MI, however, this position has the ability to work hybrid (combination of remote and office). Selected candidates who have been approved to work hybrid must complete that work within Michigan

Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview. Employees will be provided computers to perform state work. Phones may also be provided for necessary communications.

If working remotely, employees will be responsible for providing other components of a remote office at their own expense, including: A secure work location that allows privacy and prevents distractions. A high-speed internet connection of at least 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload. Suitable lighting, furniture, and utilities.

Certain positions may require a criminal history background check. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including, but not limited to, responses to application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises. YOUR APPLICATION FOR ANY POSITION DOES NOT GUARANTEE YOU WILL BE CONTACTED BY THE DEPARTMENT/AGENCY FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION.

ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS INTERVIEWED WILL BE NOTIFIED OF THE RESULTS. The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received. If you previously held status in this classification and departed within the last three (3) years, please contact Human Resources regarding your interest in a potential reinstatement.

Reinstatement is not guaranteed or required. For information about this specific position, please email MDHHSVacancies@michigan.gov. Please reference the job posting number in subject line

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