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Job Description

The Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) is seeking an individual to work in public service as a Research Analyst in the Office of Innovation and Research. This is an opportunity to build a lifelong career doing work that truly matters - helping to protect consumers and maintain public confidence in Michigan’s insurance and financial services industries.
 
The right candidate will serve an important role analyzing and conducting research on issues, legislation, and economic/marketplace conditions that relate to the Department’s regulation of the insurance and financial services industries. As part of a highly productive team, this position is instrumental in ensuring that research and legislative drafting efforts are consistent with the Department’s mission, vision, and values.

Ideal candidates will have:
 

  • A curious and analytical mind capable of understanding the complexities of the insurance and financial services industries.
  • Exceptional critical thinking skills.
  • The ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively both orally and in writing.
  • The desire to work closely with colleagues and management to solve problems.
  • The ability to work well both independently and within a team.
  • The drive to serve the people of the State of Michigan and make a difference in an important role that supports Michigan individuals and businesses.

Other job features:
 

  • Participation in webinars, conference calls, and employee development training.
  • DIFS is looking for a team member who has an interest in helping others, who wants to learn and grow as a professional, and who wants to enjoy all the exciting things life in Michigan has to offer. The State of Michigan is ranked as a top 20 employer for new graduates in Forbes’ “America’s Best Employers for New Graduates.”
  • This position provides competitive pay, retirement, health, vision, and dental benefits.

Work Location: This is an in-person position based in Lansing, Michigan, with the possibility for a hybrid work schedule where you would work from home up to two days per week, following a training period if approved.
 
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and copy of official transcripts. An "official college transcript" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred and date granted, coursework completed, and the Registrar's signature and/or seal. A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable, as long as it contains the elements listed above. The college/university does not have to send the transcripts directly to DIFS.

Failure to attach the requested documents may result in your application being screened out.

DIFS is a Silver-Level Veteran-Friendly Employer, committed to recruiting, training, and retaining veterans and their spouses.

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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.

Departmental Analyst 12
Three years of professional experience, including one year of experience equivalent to the experienced (P11) level in state service.

Additional Requirements and Information

View the job specification at: http://www.michigan.gov/documents/DepartmentalAnalyst_12505_7.pdf (Download PDF reader)