• Job Description

  Req#: 5445258
  Salary: $24.92 - $43.73 Hourly
  Location : Dimondale, MI
  Job Type: Permanent Full Time
  Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
  Job Number: 2701-26-11-8
  Department: Treasury
  Opening Date: 08/18/2026
  Closing Date: 9/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
  Bargaining Unit: NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)
  
  Job Description
  Join Our Continuous Improvement Team!
  Are you passionate about driving positive change, using data to tell a story, and helping teams thrive? The Michigan Department of Treasury is seeking a Continuous Improvement Analyst to support strategic initiatives, enhance employee engagement, and lead process improvement efforts across the department.
  
  Key Responsibilities:
  
  • Process Improvement Facilitation: Lead and support continuous improvement events to streamline operations and enhance service delivery.
  • Metrics & Data Analysis: Develop, track, and analyze metrics to identify trends, measure impact, and support data-driven decision-making.
  • Employee Engagement: Collaborate with teams to interpret employee engagement survey results and implement strategies that foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture.
  • Strategic Planning Support: Assist in the development and execution of strategic plans, ensuring alignment with departmental goals and priorities.
  • Training & Coaching: Provide guidance and training on continuous improvement tools, techniques, and best practices to build internal capacity.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with teams across Treasury to identify opportunities for improvement and support implementation efforts.
  
  Why You'll Love This Role:
  
  • Meaningful Impact: Help shape a culture of continuous improvement and engagement that directly benefits Treasury employees and the public we serve.
  • Collaboration: Work with a dynamic team of professionals across all levels of the organization to solve problems and drive innovation.
  • Growth & Learning: Expand your skills in facilitation, data analysis, and organizational development while contributing to high-visibility initiatives.
  
  Qualifications:
  
  • Experience facilitating process improvement initiatives using a proven methodology.
  • Strong analytical skills with experience developing and interpreting metrics.
  • Familiarity with employee engagement strategies and tools (e.g., survey analysis, action planning).
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and influence across teams.
  • Commitment to inclusion, diversity, and fostering a collaborative team environment.
  
  Ready to Make a Difference? Apply now to become a key contributor to the Michigan Department of Treasury's continuous improvement journey and help us build a more efficient, engaged, and innovative organization!
  - Learn more about why Treasury is a Great Place to Work!
  Required Education and Experience
  
  Education
  Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.
  
  Experience
  
  Please note: A position is considered professional if the job requires a bachelor's degree. Qualifying "professional experience" is only considered post bachelor's degree.
  
  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.
  Alternate Education and Experience
  
  Departmental Analyst 9 - 12Educational 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.
  
  Military experience: For those applicants with military service, please provide your DD214 or other official military documentation that may help identify transferable skills and experience that may qualify in lieu of the required education.
  Additional Requirements and Information
  Please attach a cover letter, detailed resume, and a copy of your OFFICIAL college transcript(s) to your application (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)
  
  Official Transcripts. For our purposes, "official college transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred, and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), the Registrar's signature and/or seal, and must be recognized by the (CHEA). A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable, as long as it contains the elements listed above. Review more information regarding .
  
  Foreign Transcripts. Applicants who possess a degree from a foreign college or university must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents unless the degree has been recognized by . Go to evaluators for a list of accepted organizations that evaluate foreign credentials. Failure to provide this evaluation at the time of application may result in you being screened out of the process.
  
  Work must be performed in the state of Michigan. To perform the duties and responsibilities of this position, all work must be performed in Michigan. If you currently reside outside of the State of Michigan, you must commute to Michigan to perform the responsibilities and duties of this position at your official work location.
  
  Hybrid Remote WorkThis position is eligible to work remotely on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays, and must work onsite Tuesdays and Wednesdays. To perform the duties and responsibilities of this position, all work must be performed in Michigan. If you are a State of Michigan resident, this position is eligible to work a hybrid schedule. Additionally, the selected candidate must have a secure, safe and appropriate designated workspace that allows privacy and prevents distractions while performing the duties of this position, as well as secure and sufficient internet access of commercial cable or wireless broadband with minimum speeds of 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload. Remote work arrangements are subject to management approval and may be adjusted or discontinued at any time. Please note that remote work is not available if you reside outside of the State of Michigan.
  
  E-Verify. The Michigan Department of Treasury participates in and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
  Interviews. Interviews may occur virtually using Microsoft Teams. No prior experience with Teams is necessary, as instructions and tips will be provided to all candidates scheduled for an interview.
  View the job specification at:
  The Michigan Department of Treasury is proud to be recognized at the Gold Level as a Veteran-Friendly Employer.
  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
  01
  
  DEPTALT - Please select your level of experience.
  • None to one year of professional experience.
  • One to two years of professional experience.
  • Two to three years of professional experience.
  • At least three years of professional experience.
  
  02
  
  DEPTALT - 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.ORat least one year of professional level experience in the state classified service; or the equivalent of six months of full-time experience as a Senior Executive Management Assistant 11, 13, or 15 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.
  • Yes
  • No
  
  03
  
  Which statement best describes your experience applying continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, systems thinking, etc.)?
  • No experience
  • Participated in continuous improvement projects
  • Assisted on improvement projects
  • Independently led improvement projects
  • Led multiple complex improvement initiatives and coached others
  
  04
  
  Which statement best describes your experience developing and using metrics to support decision making?
  • No experience
  • Collected or reported data
  • Developed metrics and monitored results
  • Built measurement systems, analyzed trends, and recommended improvements
  
  05
  
  Describe a time when you had to bring together people with different viewpoints to reach a shared decision. If you have no experience, enter N/A.
  06
  
  Give an example of a time you had to adjust your approach mid-project due to new information or changing priorities. If you have no examples, enter N/A.
  07
  
  Describe a situation where you identified a project risk or gap early and took action to address it. If you have no experience, enter N/A.
  08
  
  Describe a time you created a process map, workflow, or project plan using Visio or another tool. How did it help others understand the work? If you have no experience, enter N/A.
  09
  
  Provide an example of how you use Microsoft Office tools to track deadlines, risks or deliverables. If you have no experience, enter N/A.
  10
  
  This position is eligible to work remotely on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays for State of Michigan residents. Additional onsite work may be required. The selected candidate must have a secure, safe and appropriate designated workspace and also sufficient and secure internet access of commercial cable or wireless broadband with minimum speeds of 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload. Remote work arrangements are subject to management approval and may be adjusted or discontinued at any time. Remote work is not available if the selected candidate resides outside of the State of Michigan. Please indicate if you understand and agree with this requirement.
  • Yes
  • No
  
  11
  
  Do you understand this job requires working onsite on Tuesdays and Wednesdays?
  • Yes
  • No
  
  12
  
  To perform the duties and responsibilities of this position, all work must be performed in Michigan. Please indicate you understand and agree with this requirement.
  • Yes
  • No
  
  13
  
  Professional references are required to be considered for this position. Acceptable references include current and recent supervisors and/or individuals in positions responsible for overseeing work. Have you provided at least three acceptable professional references, either in the application or an attachment?
  • Yes
  • No
  
  14
  
  If you qualify for this position by possessing a bachelor's degree or military experience, did you attach a copy of your official college/university transcript(s) or DD214 to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)
  • Yes
  • No
  
  15
  
  If you answered no to the previous question, please explain why.
  16
  
  Did you attach your cover letter and detailed resume to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)
  • Yes
  • No
  
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