Departmental Manager 15 - MCTI Assistant Director

Davenport University
Davenport University

Plainwell, MI, USA

Posted on Jul 14, 2026

Job Description


At the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, we are passionate about creating a positive, professional, and supportive work environment where we value our differences and are committed to being open and respectful to all our employees and the public we serve. Our department provides the connections, expertise and innovative solutions to drive continued business growth, build vibrant communities, create affordable housing, generate tourism and attract and retain key talent to fill Michigan’s vast pipeline of opportunities. Learn more at www.michigan.gov/LEO.

This position serves as a second-line professional manager of professional positions in a complex work area. This position is responsible for providing leadership, direction, administration, and oversight of post-secondary instruction and training in a vocational rehabilitation setting, also to include major educational, vocational rehabilitation, admissions, registrar, financial aid, and student support programs at Michigan Career and Technical Institute (MCTI). The position directly supervises management and professional staff and is responsible for ensuring that assigned programs operate effectively, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable state and federal laws, regulations, accreditation standards, and departmental policies.

The position oversees the development, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of educational and student service programs designed to support student success, workforce readiness, and employment outcomes. Responsibilities include strategic planning, program evaluation and design, accreditation activities, fiscal oversight, resource allocation, and performance management. The position works collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to establish program goals, monitor outcomes, and implement initiatives that support MCTI's mission and the strategic objectives of Michigan Rehabilitation Services (MRS).

This position serves as a key member of the MCTI leadership team and provides consultation and guidance to management staff regarding program administration, personnel management, regulatory compliance, budgeting, and operational effectiveness. The position represents MCTI in interactions with employers, educational institutions, community organizations, accrediting agencies, governmental entities, and other stakeholders. Work is performed with considerable independence and requires the exercise of sound judgment in managing complex programs, allocating resources, resolving operational issues, and developing solutions that support organizational goals and student success.

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Required Education and Experience

Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.

Experience
Four years of professional experience, including two years equivalent to the experienced (P11) level or one year equivalent to the advanced (12) level.

Additional Requirements and Information

Please attach a cover letter, detailed resume, and your official college transcript(s) to your application. For our purposes, "official college transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred, date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), and the Registrar's signature and/or seal. A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable, if it contains the elements listed above. The college/university does not have to send the transcript directly to LEO. For more information regarding official transcripts, click here (Download PDF reader).

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 the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). 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.

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.

All classified employees are subject toCivil Service Rule 2-8 Ethical Standards and Conductand will be expected to disclose any personal and financial interests that may conflict with official duties as a classified employee.

All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test prior to their actual appointment. Certain positions within the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity may also require state criminal, fingerprint-based and driving record background checks. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the background checks and drug test indicate eligibility for employment.

The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Applications must be submitted through NEOGOV. If you have questions or need assistance uploading and/or attaching your documents, please contact the NEOGOV applicant support at 855-524-5627.

Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator (Download PDF reader) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.

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