Government Jobs in Michigan with TN Sponsorship
Michigan's government and public sector draws TN visa holders into roles spanning state agencies in Lansing, research institutions like the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, and federal facilities across Detroit. Canadian and Mexican professionals in engineering, scientific, and policy-adjacent fields will find sponsoring employers across both municipal and higher education government settings.
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This position offers the ability to work remotely three days per week with a Flexible/Hybrid work schedule.
The Saving, Access, and Financial Empowerment (SAFE) Bureau within the Michigan Department of Treasury is looking for a dynamic leader who has excellent leadership skills, strategic planning abilities, high ethical standards, and a positive attitude to join their team. If you possess these characteristics and are interested in becoming part of an exciting and fulfilling work environment, working with a diverse group of people to accomplish goals, then this is the job for you!
This position serves as the Deputy Director of Michigan Education Trust (MET) within the Saving, Access, and Financial Empowerment (SAFE) Bureau. MET is an Internal Revenue Code (IRC) Section 529 prepaid tuition program governed by Public Act 316 of 1986, which permits an individual or business to pre-purchase tuition for a Michigan college or university. The Deputy Director is responsible for assisting the MET Executive Director in overall programmatic and administrative functions, reviewing, and updating policies, procedures, and plans for operational functions as well as representing the Executive Director in external and internal outreach. This position will direct the functions of the MET staff by setting work priorities, monitoring accountability and productivity to ensure Division, Bureau, and Department goals are met. In the absence of the Executive Director, this position is responsible for MET program administration, oversight of Michigan Education Savings Program (MESP), MI 529 Advisor Plan (MAP) and the Fostering Futures Scholarship Trust Fund (FFS). MESP is an IRC Section 529 direct-sold investment-based college savings program and MAP is an IRC Section 529 broker-sold investment-based college savings program, both governed by Public Act 161 of 2000. FFS is a scholarship and endowment trust fund governed by Public Act 525 of 2008 as revised in 2014.
Our culture is driven by excellent customer service, continuous improvement, and employee development. The Department of Treasury promotes and supports Diversity and Inclusion. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment that still offers a great work/life balance, we encourage you to apply! To learn more about this position, review the position description below.
View the full position description here: State Administrative Manager 15 (Download PDF reader)
Required Education and Experience
Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.
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.
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
Please attach a cover letter, detailed resume, and a copy of your OFFICIAL college transcript(s) to your application. (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)
Official Transcripts. For our purposes, "official college transcripts" must contain the applicant's name, college/university name and address, the degree conferred, and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), the Registrar's signature and/or seal, and MUST be recognized by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable, as long as it contains the elements listed above. Failure to provide this evaluation at the time of application may result in you being screened out of the process.
Foreign Transcripts: 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). Civil Service accepts evaluations of foreign credentials from National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). Failure to provide this evaluation at the time of application may result in you being screened out of the process.
Remote Work. This position is eligible to work remotely on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays, and must work onsite Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The selected candidate must have a secure, safe and appropriate designated workspace that allows privacy and prevents distractions to perform the duties of this position. Additionally, the selected candidate must have secure and sufficient internet access of commercial cable or wireless broadband with minimum speeds of 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload. Remote work arrangements are subject to management approval and may be adjusted or discontinued at any time.
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 prior to being appointed to the position. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed.
E-Verify. The Michigan Department of Treasury 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.
AI. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software is prohibited. If it is substantiated that AI was used in the process, your application may be removed from consideration.
Interviews. Interviews may occur virtually using Microsoft Teams. No prior experience with Teams is necessary, as instructions and tips will be provided to all candidates scheduled for an interview.
Note: Your application for this position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results; however, all applicants can check their application status in their NEOGOV profile.
The Michigan Department of Treasury is proud to be recognized at the Gold Level as a Veteran-Friendly 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.
Job Description
This position offers the ability to work remotely three days per week with a Flexible/Hybrid work schedule.
The Saving, Access, and Financial Empowerment (SAFE) Bureau within the Michigan Department of Treasury is looking for a dynamic leader who has excellent leadership skills, strategic planning abilities, high ethical standards, and a positive attitude to join their team. If you possess these characteristics and are interested in becoming part of an exciting and fulfilling work environment, working with a diverse group of people to accomplish goals, then this is the job for you!
This position serves as the Deputy Director of Michigan Education Trust (MET) within the Saving, Access, and Financial Empowerment (SAFE) Bureau. MET is an Internal Revenue Code (IRC) Section 529 prepaid tuition program governed by Public Act 316 of 1986, which permits an individual or business to pre-purchase tuition for a Michigan college or university. The Deputy Director is responsible for assisting the MET Executive Director in overall programmatic and administrative functions, reviewing, and updating policies, procedures, and plans for operational functions as well as representing the Executive Director in external and internal outreach. This position will direct the functions of the MET staff by setting work priorities, monitoring accountability and productivity to ensure Division, Bureau, and Department goals are met. In the absence of the Executive Director, this position is responsible for MET program administration, oversight of Michigan Education Savings Program (MESP), MI 529 Advisor Plan (MAP) and the Fostering Futures Scholarship Trust Fund (FFS). MESP is an IRC Section 529 direct-sold investment-based college savings program and MAP is an IRC Section 529 broker-sold investment-based college savings program, both governed by Public Act 161 of 2000. FFS is a scholarship and endowment trust fund governed by Public Act 525 of 2008 as revised in 2014.
Our culture is driven by excellent customer service, continuous improvement, and employee development. The Department of Treasury promotes and supports Diversity and Inclusion. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment that still offers a great work/life balance, we encourage you to apply! To learn more about this position, review the position description below.
View the full position description here: State Administrative Manager 15 (Download PDF reader)
Required Education and Experience
Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.
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.
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
Please attach a cover letter, detailed resume, and a copy of your OFFICIAL college transcript(s) to your application. (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)
Official Transcripts. For our purposes, "official college transcripts" must contain the applicant's name, college/university name and address, the degree conferred, and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), the Registrar's signature and/or seal, and MUST be recognized by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable, as long as it contains the elements listed above. Failure to provide this evaluation at the time of application may result in you being screened out of the process.
Foreign Transcripts: 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). Civil Service accepts evaluations of foreign credentials from National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). Failure to provide this evaluation at the time of application may result in you being screened out of the process.
Remote Work. This position is eligible to work remotely on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays, and must work onsite Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The selected candidate must have a secure, safe and appropriate designated workspace that allows privacy and prevents distractions to perform the duties of this position. Additionally, the selected candidate must have secure and sufficient internet access of commercial cable or wireless broadband with minimum speeds of 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload. Remote work arrangements are subject to management approval and may be adjusted or discontinued at any time.
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 prior to being appointed to the position. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed.
E-Verify. The Michigan Department of Treasury 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.
AI. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software is prohibited. If it is substantiated that AI was used in the process, your application may be removed from consideration.
Interviews. Interviews may occur virtually using Microsoft Teams. No prior experience with Teams is necessary, as instructions and tips will be provided to all candidates scheduled for an interview.
Note: Your application for this position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results; however, all applicants can check their application status in their NEOGOV profile.
The Michigan Department of Treasury is proud to be recognized at the Gold Level as a Veteran-Friendly 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.
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Which government employers in Michigan sponsor TN visas?
Public universities are the most consistent TN sponsors in Michigan's government sector. The University of Michigan, Michigan State University, and Wayne State University regularly hire international professionals in research, engineering, scientific, and technical roles that qualify under TN categories. State agencies and federally funded research facilities in Lansing and Detroit also sponsor TN workers, though volume is lower than in higher education.
Which cities in Michigan have the most government TN sponsorship jobs?
Ann Arbor leads Michigan for government TN opportunities, driven primarily by the University of Michigan's large research and technical workforce. East Lansing and Lansing follow, with Michigan State University and state government offices concentrated there. Detroit adds federal agency positions and Wayne State University roles. Grand Rapids has a smaller but growing presence through regional government and public health institutions.
What types of government roles in Michigan typically qualify for TN sponsorship?
TN visas cover a defined list of professional categories, so government roles must map to one of them. In Michigan's public sector, qualifying positions most commonly include engineers (civil, environmental, electrical), scientific researchers, computer systems analysts, accountants, and social workers. University settings also sponsor economists, chemists, and biologists. Administrative or general policy roles that don't require a specific professional degree typically do not qualify.
How do I find government TN sponsorship jobs in Michigan?
Migrate Mate lets you filter specifically for TN-sponsored government jobs in Michigan, which removes the guesswork of identifying which employers are open to TN applicants. Because government postings rarely advertise visa sponsorship directly, a filtered search on Migrate Mate is more efficient than sorting through general job boards. Focus searches on public universities, state research agencies, and federally affiliated institutions in Ann Arbor, Lansing, and Detroit.
Are there any Michigan-specific considerations for TN sponsorship in the government sector?
Michigan's heavy presence of Big Ten research universities means that many government-adjacent TN roles are embedded within academic institutions, which operate differently from traditional state agencies. These universities have dedicated international hiring teams experienced with TN documentation. For roles at state or municipal agencies, TN sponsorship is less common and often depends on whether the position has a clearly defined professional category under USMCA qualifying occupations.
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