Title: Secretary 9
Salary
$23.78 - $31.26 Hourly
Location
Lansing, MI
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number
6501-25-DIFS-034 SECRETARY 9
Department
Department of Insurance and Financial Services
Bargaining Unit
UNITED AUTO WORKERS (UAW)
Job Description:
The Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) is seeking an individual to work in public service as a Secretary in the Office of Insurance Rates and Forms. This position 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 perform secretarial and administrative assistance to the Life and Health Section Manager and staff. This position’s responsibilities include receiving and transmitting confidential and non-confidential correspondence, reports, and unit documents concerning policy forms, rules, and rates. This position also serves as the focal point for the receipt, screening, logging in, assigning, and distribution of all insurance filings, correspondence, and reports for the section. In addition, this position will perform the duties of the Administrative Assistant to the Director of the Office of Insurance Rates and Forms when necessary.
Ideal candidates will have:
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.
The ability to thrive in a dynamic, collaborative, and high-tech environment while demonstrating sound professional judgement and decision-making.
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 ability to utilize multiple computer programs and learn new databases.
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 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.
This position provides competitive pay, retirement, health, vision, and dental benefits.
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 three days per week, following a training period if approved.
Work must be performed in the state of Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed.
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and if applicable, a copy of official college 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.
