Salary: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 Annually
Location : Lansing, MI
Job Type: Unclassified
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 0317-08-2026
Department: Legislative Council
Opening Date: 08/03/2026
Closing Date: 8/16/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit: N/A
Job Description
The Opioid Advisory Commission (OAC) was created in the Legislative Council by Public Act 84 of 2022. The Commission is charged to adopt policies and procedures for the administration of the opioid advisory commission as allowed by law. Review local, state, and federal initiatives and activities related to education, prevention, treatment, and services for individuals and families affected by substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions and establish priorities to address substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions, for the purpose of recommending funding initiatives to the legislature. By March 30 of each year, provide a written report to the governor, the attorney general, the senate majority leader, the speaker of the house of representatives, and the chairs of the senate and house of representatives' appropriations committees.
The employee in this position will collect, analyze, and compile data for the OAC; create reports, and provide technical assistance. This position will also act as a liaison for the OAC to state departments, stakeholders, and interest groups applicable to the work of the OAC.
This position reports to the Legislative Council Administrator.
Required Education and Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in related field (i.e., health science, data science, data analytics); or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Previous professional experience in health services, including work related to the prevention, treatment, recovery, and services related to substance use preferred.
- Previous experience with project management, governmental or legislative work preferred.
- Must be willing and able to work overtime and irregular hours as required.
Additional Requirements and Information
Online applications only are being accepted through the State of Michigan's NEOGOV job posting website at
Applicants must include the following three items as separate attachments in the online application for full consideration:
- Cover letter outlining interest and qualifications.
- Resume.
The deadline to apply is 5:00 pm on Sunday, August 16, 2026.
The Legislative Council is a nonpartisan legislative information and service agency. This is an unclassified, non-Civil Service position in State government. All Legislative Council employees are considered "at-will," except for LSB Printing Division union members. Employees are required to be non-partisan and maintain work confidentiality.
This job is located at Boji Tower, 124 W. Allegan Street, Lansing, Michigan.
For job-related questions, call the Legislative Service Bureau Human Resources Office at (517) 373-9643.
For technical support with your online application, call NeoGov Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627.
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 benefits include everything from health insurance to retirement income and are worth about 40% of your salary. Employee premiums shares are required for most insurances.
This page gives a brief explanation of some of the benefits that are provided by the Legislative Council. See details on these and other employment information.
Leave Time
Full-time employees receive between 15 and 35 vacation leave days per year and13 sick days per year.
Holidays
Legislative Council employees receive 13 scheduled holidays each year.
Alternative Work Schedules
Flexible work schedules are available in some jobs. Flexible schedules may be limited to certain time periods per year.
Insurance and Other Benefits
Insurances include health, vision, dental and life. Employees also have the option to purchase voluntary insurances for additional life, accidental death, long term disability, long term care, and legal services, to name a few. Premiums vary for these insurances. Flexible spending accounts for medical expenses and child care are also available.
Deferred Compensation
Employees may invest income in a tax-deferred retirement investment program. The state offers two optional deferred compensation plans, the 457 and 401(k). Employees decide the amount deducted from each paycheck.
Retirement
Employees receive a minimum 4% state contribution toward their defined contribution retirement fund. If an employee elects to contribute more, the state will match that percentage (up to 3%).
