• Job Description

  Req#: 5280608
  Salary: $25.85 - $40.51 Hourly
  Location : Lansing, MI
  Job Type: Permanent Full Time
  Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
  Job Number: 6401-26-BFS-005 DA 9-P11
  Department: Licensing and Regulatory Affairs - LARA
  Opening Date: 03/27/2026
  Closing Date: 4/10/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
  Bargaining Unit: NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)
  
  Job Description
  This position will be conducting reviews, assessments, and analysis of the bureau's new geographic information system (GIS)/ database to ensure overall efficiency. Also, the position will conduct studies, analyses, of existing bureau systems to see how GIS can be implemented. They will identify future needs and enhancement.
  
  The position will serve as the main contact with any Department of Technology, Management and Esri during the development, replacement, or enhancement of GIS system. Responsibilities will include implementation of new systems and monitoring system compliance.
  
  Additionally, the position will be creating training materials and coordinating trainings with Special Personal Service Employees (SPS), fire departments, state agencies and businesses in the community.
  
  This position provides the opportunity to work closely with statewide and national partners to improve fire and life safety outcomes and positively impact lives across the State of Michigan. A significant part of this role involves analyzing fire data from across Michigan and identifying trends that support community risk reduction. The analyst will work extensively with the National Emergency Response Information System and will serve as the State of Michigan's subject matter expert for fire and emergency data. This includes assisting local departments with data-related needs, preparing meaningful data-driven reports, and supporting statewide strategies aimed at reducing fire-related injuries, fatalities, and property loss.
  
  The work performed in this position strengthens Michigan's ability to understand fire risk, improve emergency response information, and ensure that accurate, high-quality data is available to guide public safety decisions.
  LARA is proud to be Michigan Veteran's Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer.
  
  For more information about our department, visit us at , , , and
  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. Any applicant that is suspected of using AI software for any portion of the selection process may be screened out.
  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.
  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.
  Additional Requirements and Information
  
  View the job specification at:
  
  Preferred degrees: Bachelors in GIS, geography, data science, computer science, statistics, public administration, or a related field. A degree in a closely related discipline may also be considered if the applicant demonstrates relevant technical skills and experience.
  
  Preferred certifications:
  • Professional GIS certifications such as Esri Technical Certifications or Geographic Information Systems Professional (GISP)
  • Data analytics or data visualization certifications such as Microsoft Power BI or Tableau certifications)
  • Scripting or automation-related certifications such as Python or PowerShell certifications
  
  Please attach your resume, cover letter and official college transcripts (if applicable) and any relevant certifications to your application.
  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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  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.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
  
  02
  
  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.
  
  03
  
  Do you have experience developing, administering, or supporting GIS systems or spatial data applications? If yes, please describe your experience. If no, enter NA.
  04
  
  Do you have experience working with enterprise data systems, relational databases, or managing data quality? If yes, please provide examples of the systems or databases you have worked with. If no, enter NA.
  05
  
  Do you have experience using scripting or automation tools such as Python, PowerShell, SQL, or similar to support data processing, system administration, or analytics? If yes, please specify which tools you have used and for what purpose. If no, enter NA.
  06
  
  Do you have experience supporting public safety, emergency services, or government data systems? This experience is preferred but not required. If yes, please describe your role. If no, enter NA.
  07
  
  Do you have experience developing dashboards, maps, or analytic products for decision-makers or public audiences? If yes, please list the tools you used and the types of products you created. If no, enter NA.
  08
  
  To collect recruitment effort data, please select from below how you learned of this job opportunity. We appreciate your feedback:
  • College/University Career Services Office
  • College/University Career Fair
  • Employee Referral
  • GONGWER Capitol Jobs Marketplace
  • Handshake
  • Michigan Civil Service Office of Career Services
  • Michigan Works! Agency
  • Other Job Posting Site (Indeed, ZipRecruiter, etc.)
  • Pure Michigan Talent Connect
  • NEOGOV job alert
  • Veterans Organization
  • X (previously Twitter)
  • LinkedIn
  
  09
  
  If you selected Other Job Posting, Veteran's Organization, or Employee Referral in the previous question, please identify the source or employee name for which you learned of this opportunity. If referred by a LARA employee but prefer not to name them, you may simply write, "LARA Employee Referral".
  10
  
  Did you attach a resume, cover letter and official college transcript (if applicable)? Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.
  • Yes
  • No
  
  11
  
  If applicable, did you attach your certification(s) (Professional GIS certification, Data analytics or data visualization certifications, Scripting or automation-related certifications)
  • Yes
  • No
  
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