Full Time Curriculum Developer Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $29.92 - $43.73 Hourly
Location : Lansing, MI
Job Type: Permanent Full Time
Job Number: 5501-26029-AH
Department: State Police
Opening Date: 05/27/2026
Closing Date: 6/16/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit: NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)
Job Description
This position functions as the recognized resource for entry-level standards and training standards for the law enforcement profession in Michigan. The position researches, develops, implements, and validates these standards. These tasks affect entry criteria, the basic training curriculum, and active duty training across the state. The person in this position researches, develops, implements, and evaluates minimum training standards and professional best practices for law enforcement officers. These standards have statewide effect on both entry-level and active duty law enforcement officers. The person conducts research, facilitates group work, writes formal validation reports, and constructs instructional strategies and training delivery methods based adult learning theory and outcome-based training.
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 bachelor's degree in any major.
Experience
Three years of professional experience in planning, developing, conducting, or evaluating staff development, training, or other programs equivalent to a Human Resources Developer, including one year equivalent to a Human Resources Developer P11.
Alternate Education and Experience
Human Resources Developer 12
Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school and the equivalent of at least two years of full-time active-duty experience at or above the E-6 level in the uniformed services may be substituted for the education requirement.
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, 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.
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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.
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the 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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HUMRDEV - Do you possess one of the following? A bachelor's 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 classified service.ORThe Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school and the equivalent of at least two years of full-time active-duty experience at or above the E-6 level in the uniformed services may be substituted for the education requirement. Please attach a copy of your DD214.

• No
• Yes

02
HUMRDEVA - Do you possess at least three years of professional experience in planning, developing, conducting, or evaluating staff development, training, or other programs equivalent to a Human Resources Developer?

• Yes
• No

03
MSPCRIMHST - Please check all that apply.

• Convicted of a felony (provide date, offense, location and disposition below)
• Convicted of a misdemeanor (provide date, offense, location and disposition below)
• Felony criminal charges are pending (please explain below)
• None

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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.
05
MSPNEP - Please review the For this selection, is there a potential to violate the policy?

• Yes
• No

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MSPNEP1 - If you responded "Yes" to potentially violating the , please provide the name and relationship of the individual. If none, please respond N/A.
07
How many years of experience do you possess with workforce development?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 3 years
• 3 - 5 years
• More than 5 years

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Describe your experience with workforce development. If you do not have experience in this area, please enter N/A.
09
How many years of fully empowered law enforcement experience do you possess?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 3 years
• 3 - 5 years
• More than 5 years

10
Please list all law enforcement agencies at which you worked as a fully empowered, licensed, or certified officer. If you do not have this experience, please enter N/A.
11
Do you have a law enforcement officer license or certificate number?

• Yes
• No

12
Please provide your law enforcement officer license or certificate number. For federal law enforcement, please provide title and job series. If you do not have a number, please enter N/A.
13
Please describe special training and/duties you held outside the standardized training or positions held by a law enforcement officer. If you do not have special training or experience outside the realm of a road patrol officer, please enter N/A.
14
How many years of experience and/or education do you have with analyzing job functions or tasks?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 3 years
• 3 - 5 years
• More than 5 years

15
Describe in detail your experience or education with analyzing job functions or tasks. If you do not have experience in this area, please enter N/A.
16
How many years of experience do you have hosting facilitated discussions with subject matter experts?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 3 years
• 3 - 5 years
• More than 5 years

17
Please describe the project in detail where you facilitated discussions with subject matter experts. Include the goal and/or purpose of the project. If you do not have experience in this area, enter N/A.
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How many years of experience or education do you have with learning theories and strategies?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 3 Years
• 3 - 5 years
• More than 5 years

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Please describe in detail the learning theories and strategies utilized and explain the goal and/or purpose of the project. If you do not have experience in this area, enter N/A.
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How many years of your experience or education do you have designing and developing curriculum, lesson plans, and courseware materials?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 3 years
• 3 - 5 years
• More than 5 years

21
Provide an example and/or program you developed/designed. Describe in detail the method of developing the program/course to include the development of the curriculum, the lesson plans, and all courseware that was used for the program. If you do not have this experience, please enter N/A.
22
How many yea...