You are viewing a preview of this job. Log in or register to view more details about this job.

Administrative Law Specialist 13-15, 16

State of Michigan Department of Treasury
Email

The Michigan Department of Treasury is seeking a highly skilled legal professional to perform advanced legal research and analysis related to taxes administered under the authority of the Revenue Act. This position plays a critical role in shaping tax policy and supporting legal compliance across the Department.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conducts complex legal research on tax issues, often involving matters of first impression.
  • Drafts authoritative legal documents, including:
    • Administrative rules
    • Revenue Administrative Bulletins (RABs)
    • Letter Rulings
    • Technical Advice Letters
    • Position Papers
  • Provides expert legal guidance and technical support to the Department’s tax divisions on intricate legal matters.
  • Collaborates with the Department’s Legislative Liaison to:
    • Draft complex legislation
    • Provide in-depth legal analysis
    • Deliver expert testimony before legislative bodies
  • Assists the Michigan Attorney General’s Office by offering litigation support on tax-related cases.
  • Ensures all legal writing is precise, well-reasoned, and adheres to the highest standards of clarity and detail.

Education

Possession of a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited school of law. 
Membership in good standing in the Michigan State Bar.

Experience

Administrative Law Specialist 13
No specific type or amount is required.

Administrative Law Specialist 14
One year of professional experience in legal work equivalent to an Administrative Law Specialist 13 or Administrative Law Examiner 13, or as an attorney.

Administrative Law Specialist P15
Two years of professional experience in legal work, including one year equivalent to an Administrative Law Specialist 14 or Administrative Law Examiner 14; or, two years of experience as an attorney.

Administrative Law Specialist 16
Three years of professional experience in legal work, including one year equivalent to an Administrative Law Specialist P15 or an Administrative Law Examiner P15; or, three years of experience as an attorney.

 

 ** Closing Date 1/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern **