Tax Exemption Analyst (Departmental Analyst 9-P11)

This position serves as a primary staff member responsible for administering several exemption programs under the General Property Tax Act. The role involves reviewing and analyzing exemption applications, applying relevant statutory requirements, and preparing recommendations for the State Tax Commission.

Key Responsibilities
 • Review and evaluate tax exemption applications in accordance with applicable laws and departmental policies
 • Prepare written analyses and recommendations for the State Tax Commission
 • Design and maintain electronic and print resources for taxpayers, local officials, and other stakeholders
 • Develop, update, and enhance program webpages, forms, and procedural documentation
 • Collect, analyze, and report program data
 • Provide guidance and consultation to local governmental officials regarding statutory requirements and submission processes
 • Develop and deliver training programs for stakeholders
 • Serve as a liaison with internal departments to support program administration
 • Conduct detailed analyses of appeal documents to determine Principal Residence Exemption (PRE) eligibility under MCL 211.7cc, MCL 211.7dd, and related policies
 • Prepare written analyses used to support the Department’s determinations during the appeals process
 • Represent the Department in informal conferences and during appeals before the Michigan Tax Tribunal

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.

Note: A position is considered professional if the job requires a bachelor's degree. Qualifying ‘professional experience’ is only taken into consideration post-bachelor’s degree.

Alternate Education and Experience

Departmental Analyst 9 - P11  - Military
Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school and the equivalent of at least two years of full-time active-duty experience at or above the E-6 level in the uniformed services may be substituted for the education requirement.  For those applicants with military service, please provide your DD214 or other official military documentation that may help identify transferable skills and experience that may qualify in lieu of the required education.

 Closing Date 3/26/2026 11:59 PM Eastern