Employment

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Full-Time Positions

  • Senate Business Office - Assistant Sergeant at Arms - Public Safety
    Under the direction of the Director of the Senate Business Office and supervised by the Sergeant at Arms/Chief of Police and the Assistant Sergeant at Arms/Lieutenant of Public Safety, the Assistant Sergeant at Arms/Police Officer - Public Safety is an MCOLES certified Police Officer for the Michigan Senate Police Department (MSPD). The Assistant Sergeant at Arms/Police Officer - Public Safety provides safety and security for Senators, staff, and visitors of the Senate in and around the Michigan State Capitol building and all other Senate office buildings; attends sessions of the Senate, committee meetings, and other Senate events providing security and related services as needed or assigned. The Assistant Sergeant at Arms/Police Officer - Public Safety primary focus is on public relations, Senate Committee room coverage, routine patrol of Senate buildings and providing emergency response as needed. The Assistant Sergeant at Arms/Police Officer - Public Safety will cross-train and job-rotate with the Assistant Sergeant at Arms/Police Officer Operations team to assure complete coverage of each post and assignment.
  • Senate Business Office - Assistant Sergeant at Arms - Operations
    Under the direction of the Director of the Senate Business Office and supervised by the Sergeant at Arms/ Chief of Police (Chief of Police) and the Lieutenant of Operations, the Assistant Sergeant at Arms Operations is an MCOLES certified Police Officer for the Michigan Senate Police Department (MSPD). The Assistant Sergeant at Arms Operations provides safety and security for Senators, staff, and visitors of the Senate in and around the Michigan State Capitol building and all other Senate office buildings; attends sessions of the Senate, committee meetings, and other Senate events providing security and related services as needed or assigned. The Assistant Sergeant at Arms Operations primary focus is on critical incident preparedness, coordinating the response to a disaster, emergency or active shooter event, and recovery from an event. The Assistant Sergeant at Arms Operations will cross-train and job-rotate with the Assistant Sergeant at Arms Public Safety team to assure complete coverage of each post and assignment.
  • Senate Business Office - Carpenter
    Under the direction of the Director of the Senate Business Office, the Director of Facilities & Services and supervised by the Senate Facilities Manager, the Carpenter performs carpentry and construction projects, as assigned. Work requires considerable knowledge of the skillful use of hand and power tools. The Carpenter performs a full range of assignments using independent judgment to make decisions requiring the application of procedures and practices specific to work duties.
  • Senate Business Office - Chief of Police
    The Michigan Senate is seeking a respected and forward-thinking Chief of Police to lead a highly engaged team within a collaborative legislative environment that is dedicated to public service, safety, and institutional integrity. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through public service while working alongside talented, committed colleagues who work to protect legislators, staff, and the public, while working closely with respected public servants. In addition to purposeful work, the Senate provides excellent benefits, generous leave programs, and a competitive 401(k) match. Under the direction of the Director of the Senate Business Office, the Sergeant at Arms/Chief of Police provides immediate supervision of the Michigan Senate Police Department (MSPD) and administers all safety and security functions of the Michigan Senate. The Sergeant at Arms/Chief of Police is a certified Police Officer under the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) and is the chief security officer of the Michigan Senate. The Sergeant at Arms/Chief of Police develops and administers comprehensive police and security related training programs, policies, and procedures, including educating Members of best practices, conducting threat assessments, and supervising overall security efforts at the Capital complex for the Senate as well as statewide, as appropriate, for Members and staff. Additional responsibilities include scheduling, project research, proposal and report writing. The Sergeant at Arms/Chief of Police attends sessions of the Senate, maintains order, and executes the commands of the Senate as directed by the presiding officer.
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Full-Time Positions

  • Senate Majority Staff - Digital Content Producer
    Under the direction of the Senate Majority Leader and supervised by the Communications Director, the Digital Content Producer assists with the functions of the digital media team. The Digital Content Producer plays a key role in capturing, producing, and distributing high-quality video content to support the Majority Caucus and member offices. This position ensures that Senate communications effectively engage the public through compelling visual storytelling, with a strong emphasis on videography, editing, and multimedia strategy.
  • Senator Brinks - Administrative Assistant
    Under the Direction of the Senate Member and Chief of Staff, the Administrative Assistant greets visitors, answers incoming phone calls, distributes mail, maintains office supplies and materials, schedules and coordinates meetings and Lansing-based events and activities. The Administrative Assistant also drafts correspondences with constituents and performs other special projects as assigned.
  • Senator Brinks - Communications Specialist
    Under the direction of the Senate Majority Leader and supervised by the Majority Staff Director of Communications, the Communications Specialist is responsible for providing member offices with a full array of communications services including (but not limited to) writing press releases, media advisories, print and electronic newsletters, opinion columns, speeches, social media posts, constituent communications and other communication as requested; attending formal meetings related to member issues with a significant communications impact; and assisting in the creation, maintenance, and execution of a comprehensive communications plan.
  • Senator Moss - Constituent Services and District Director
    Under the direction of the Senate Member and Chief of Staff, the Constituent Services and District Director will serve as the proxy for the Senator member in the district. The Constituent Services and District Director will be responsible for planning and ensuring the development, maintenance and execution of the Senate Member’s district outreach and constituent services.
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Full-Time Positions

  • Senator Damoose - District Aide
    Under the direction of the Senate Member and Chief of Staff, the District Aide manages the district schedule, attends meetings with and in place of the Senator, and assists the Senator with a variety of duties, including social media, appearances, policy preparation and formulation, and constituent relations both in the District and in Lansing. As necessary, the District Aide drafts newsletters and other correspondence; attends meetings, and answers incoming phone calls from constituents.
  • Senator Lindsey - Chief of Staff
    Under the direction of the Senate Member, the Chief of Staff directs, coordinates, and supervises all operations of the Senate Member’s office, including oversight of staff and budgets, legislative initiatives, constituent casework, scheduling, and daily activities. The Chief of Staff reports directly to the Senate Member and serves as the Senate Member’s chief administrative officer and advisor for all legislative matters. The Chief of Staff is the primary point of contact for the Senate Member’s office.
  • Senator Runestad - Constituent Relations Aide
    Under the direction of the Senate Member and Chief of Staff, the Constituent Relations Aide manages constituent casework for the Senate Member’s office, often serving as a liaison between constituents and state departments to resolve various issues for constituents. As necessary, the Constituent Relations Aide drafts newsletters and other correspondence; provides research; attends meetings; and answers incoming phone calls from constituents.
  • Senator Theis - Administrative Assistant
    Under the direction of the Senate Member and Chief of Staff, the Administrative Assistant greets visitors, answers incoming phone calls, distributes mail, maintains office supplies, and assists with the scheduling and coordination of meetings and other events. The Administrative Assistant also drafts correspondence, assists with social media, and assists with constituent casework and special projects, as necessary.

For additional employment opportunities pertaining to the Michigan Legislature, please visit the Michigan Legislative Council's Employment Opportunities page.

The Senate Business Office’s Human Resources department serves the HR needs of all offices within the Michigan Senate. Human Resources can be contacted at hr@senate.michigan.gov or 517-373-1675.

The Michigan Senate considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, height, weight, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status. If you are a person with a qualified disability, you may request any needed reasonable accommodation to participate in the application, testing, and/or interview process by contacting the Senate ADA Coordinator at hr@senate.michigan.gov or 517-373-1675.