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State Budget Office is responsible for coordinating all aspects of the state budget, including development of the Governor’s Executive Budget recommendation, monitoring of the budget to ensure continued fiscal balance, and other budgetary analysis functions. Learn more at http://www.michigan.gov/budget. **About this position:** **Statewide Integrated Governmental Management Applications (SIGMA)** is housed within State Budget Office and is the backbone for the State of Michigan government operations, supporting budget, financial management, procurement, timekeeping and labor cost allocation, inventory management, and grant/project accounting. The role of SIGMA support staff is to support the daily operations of the system, working towards continuous improvement of SIGMA’s functionality, providing training and help desk resources to users. **As a Student Assistant, you will:** - Assist with research, perform analysis and reconciliation activities. - Assist with development of information and materials to internal and external audiences. - Assist with development and implementation of processes to support division activities. - May also include a variety of general office/administrative support activities. **\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** For more information about this position, please review the duties listed in the provided links: **POSITION DESCRIPTION-**[**HERE**](https://mcsc.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/PDSTUDENTASSISTANTSIGMA.docx) *Office location is Lansing, MI, however,* ***SIGMA Operations and Support*** *currently offers a hybrid work option* *(combination of remote/office)* *which requires one day working on-site at the official workstation with the potential of up to four days remote work per week.* *Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview. 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. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed.* ***\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_*** **Education** Current enrollment in high school, vocational or technical school, or post-secondary educational institution. **Experience** No specific type or amount is required. The "Salary" listed is a range that reflects the minimum rate through the maximum rate of the position. Candidates will be reviewed to determine what level they are qualified for. **Please Note:** Employees who are employed in the Student Assistant classification are limited to working no more than 129 hours per month. **To be considered for this position you must:** - Apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted. - Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year. - Attach a cover letter. - Attach a copy of official transcript(s). We accept scanned or electronic copies of official transcripts if they contain the following elements: college/university name and address, degree conferred, date granted, coursework completed, and registrar's signature and/or seal. **Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered and screened out. See instructions for attaching files here:** [**Instructions**](https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Fdocuments%2Fmdcs%2FNew_Online_Employment_Application_Guide_-_First_Time_User_446027_7.pdf&data=05%7C02%7CStoutA2%40michigan.gov%7Ca6e96c12461e4b9ab88a08dc5d4d090f%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C638487834065093981%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJ…
Salary estimate
$17 – $30/yr
Provided by the employer.
Skills for this role
Accounting
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