Posted: Jan 27, 2026
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State Administrative Manager 15 (Classification Manager)

Michigan Department of Corrections - Lansing, MI
Full-time
Salary: Annually
Application Deadline: Feb 3, 2026

The Michigan Department of Corrections is proud to be a Michigan Veteran's Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran Friendly Employer.

MDOC is proud to employ nearly 1,500 veterans and actively serving military members across the department. The Department has many benefits and services available to support our military and veteran employees, spouses, and families. Learn more about what makes MDOC a Gold-Level Veteran Friendly Employer here.

 

This position has the ability to be a hybrid position for up to 50% of the pay period. The selected candidate is expected to work a minimum of the first two weeks in the office to assist in learning the position.


This Classification Manager is responsible for the oversight and planning of the entire prisoner security classification process for CFA; including federal, international, and out of state transfers, as well as development and implementation of polices related to prisoner security classification, transfer, and transportation. Additionally, this position oversees the coordination and planning of all facility transfers for Programming needs. This position will provide supervision and oversight of the Departments only statewide Special Activities Coordinator, who is responsible for all Religious Activities, Religious Programming and all Religious meal approvals. This position will review, evaluate and direct the facility staff in the maintenance of head count screens and security screens in OMS. Monitor and evaluate the Reception Center intake process to ensure appropriate bed space is made available. This position will oversee requests for the START Program, AD Seg, and SPON. This position monitors single cell approvals and removals. This position will also complete special assignments as required by the Assistant Deputy Director of Operations and/or Deputy Director.

NOTE: This position will require occasional travel to correctional facilities throughout the state to attend meetings and participate in training sessions.


View the job specification here. (Download PDF reader)

View the position description here. (Download PDF reader)


 

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.


Alternate Education and Experience

Education level typically acquired through completion of high school and two years of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 14 level; or, one year 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

New hires to the MDOC along with previous MDOC employees that are returning after being away from the department for more than two years will complete Non-Custody New Employee Training (NCNET) either 40 hours or 80 hours of initial in-person training based on their level of offender contact and job classification. All new employees will complete additional online training to successfully complete their non-custody new employee training.

Employment in the state classified service demands a high degree of loyalty and imposes high ethical standards on employees to ensure the integrity of state government and maintain effective services. All employees must meet these ethical standards and all appointing authorities are obligated to enforce these ethical standards. As part of this effort all employees are required to report any possible conflict of interest,  please review the information and be prepared to respond to questions related to the information in your application. Ethical Standards and Conduct (Note: you do not need to fill out the form)

Certain positions may require a criminal history background check.

The Department of Corrections may screen out job applicants who have been convicted of a felony in accordance with Public Act 191 of 2017. Applicants who have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony are ineligible for employment with the Department of Corrections until satisfactory completion of any sentence imposed, including parole or probation.
 
All required documents must be attached and submitted at the time of application for further consideration. Applications must be submitted through NEOGOV to be considered.

Interested applicants who are attaching transcripts must attach a copy of your official college transcripts indicating the specific type of degree earned and the conferred/graduation date. (Un-official or web-based transcripts will not be accepted.) More information regarding what constitutes an official transcript can be found here (Download PDF reader). If you have questions or need assistance uploading and/or attaching your documents, please call the Office of Career Services toll free at 1-800-788-1766.

The Michigan Department of Corrections is not an E-Verify employer.

 

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.