STATE OF MICHIGAN
invites applications for the position of:
State Division Administrator 17 - Assistant Chief, Forest Resources Division
An Equal Opportunity Employer
JOB #: 7501-18-FRD-008
DEPARTMENT: Natural Resources
JOB TYPE: Permanent Full Time
BARGAINING UNIT: NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)
SALARY:
Annually
$92,013.00 - $125,092.00
OPENING DATE: 10/17/17
CLOSING DATE: 11/07/17 11:59 PM
JOB DESCRIPTION:
This position will assist the Division Chief and Department to maintain a high level of involvement and good working relationships with agencies, state and federal; state forestry agencies; the Natural Resources Commission; the Michigan Legislature; universities; and constituent groups throughout Michigan. Serve as Assistant Division Chief to Forest Resources Division. Assist in the overall management of forestry, land use and resource protection programs. Directly supervise and oversee budget and operations for the three Lansing Section Managers and the Field Coordinator who oversees field operations.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.
Experience
Two years of experience as a professional manager or program/staff specialist, or equivalent experience.
ALTERNATE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Education level typically acquired through completion of high school and three years of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 14 level; or, two years of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 15 level, may be substituted for the education and experience requirements
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND INFORMATION:
For a copy of the position description, click HERE.
If you are unable to view the position description, e-mail SundbergE1@michigan.gov for a copy.
BELOW IS A REQUIRED WRITTEN DOCUMENT
The following criteria have been identified as key knowledge, skill and ability areas for this position. The information that you provide will be reviewed as a part of the selection process. Please limit your responses to ½ page or less for each of the following:
1. A description of your personal, directly related experience in the areas of the management of forest resources, forest fire operations, cooperative programs or other related natural resource management programs.
2. A description of a project/issue that was controversial, that you were a part of, and how it was completed (or the issue resolved).
3. An explanation of your directly related experience and strengths as a member of a team and how you would promote effective team-building as the Forest Resources Assistant Division Chief.
4. A description of your personal, directly related experience in the area of public relations (presenting, testifying or other related activities). Describe how you would transfer and apply that experience in this position.
Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further.
If applicable, you must attach an electronic and/or scanned copy of your official college/university transcripts. For our purposes, "Official Transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), and the Registrar's signature and/or seal.
Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
View the job specification at: http://www.michigan.gov/documents/StateDivisionAdministrator_13132_7.pdf
Natural Resources
525 West Allegan
Lansing, Michigan 48909
State Division Administrator 17 - Assistant Chief, Forest Resources Division Supplemental Questionnaire
* 1. STDIVADM - Do you possess one of the following? A bachelor's degree or higher in any major AND at least two years of experience as a professional manager or program/staff specialist. If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts. OR At least one year of professional experience in the state classified service AND at least two years of experience as a professional manager or program/staff specialist OR at least an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school AND at least three years of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 14 level; or at least two years of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 15 level.
Yes
No
* 2. Do you have a bachelor's or master's degree in forestry or forest management?
Yes
No
* 3. Do you have a bachelor's degree in Natural Resources Management?
Yes
No
* 4. Please indicate how many years of professional work experience managing statewide natural resources management programs you possess.
No experience or less than 1 year
1 to 2 years
2 to 3 years
3 years or more
* 5. Please indicate how many years of work experience you possess in managing a large and complex budget.
None to less than 1 year of experience
1 to 2 years
2 years or more
* 6. How many years of supervisory experience do you possess?
None or less than 1 year
1 to 2 years
2 years or more
* 7. How many employees do you (or have you in the past) supervised at one time?
None
1 to 5
6 to 10
10 or more
* 8. Have you completed the supplemental questions, submitted your application, resume, cover letter, official transcripts and required written documentation?
Yes
No
* 9. QOL-Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment with the State of Michigan?
Yes
No
* 10. QOL-How did you hear about this job?
Department Employee or co-worker
Family or Friend
Career Fair
Civil Service Vacancy Site
Department Website
Other
* Required Question
