State Worker (Travel Counselor) - Clare Welcome Center Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan/jobs/newprint/4860653) Apply  State Worker (Travel Counselor) - Clare Welcome Center Salary $16.00 Hourly Location Clare, MI Job Type Non Career Job Number 5901-25-BR-11-SW-CWC-JH Department Transportation Opening Date 03/11/2025 Closing Date 3/18/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Bargaining Unit UNITED AUTO WORKERS (UAW) + Description + Benefits + Questions Job Description THIS IS A NON-CAREER APPOINTMENT THAT IS LIMITED TO 129 HOURS PER MONTH AND 719 HOURS PER APPOINTMENT This position is a direct representative of the State of Michigan to the traveling public. As a travel counselor, provide and distribute literature, information, and guidance on travel and vacation activities within the state. Assist in preparing literature displays in the center and assist in clerical work. The work schedule includes weekends and holidays. For additional information, please see the links below: + State Worker Position Description (http://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/PositionDescription25BR11.pdf) + All about MDOT The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award. Required Education and Experience Education No specific amount is required. Experience No specific type or amount is required. Additional Requirements and Information View the job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/S/StateWorker.pdf All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment. Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment. The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process including, but not limited to, responses to application questions and responses to interview questions or exercises. If you have questions related to this posting, please contact Jen Haddon atHaddonJ@Michigan.gov. Accommodations If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator (https://www.michigan.gov/ose/-/media/Project/Websites/ose/Contact/RACs.pdf) for the agency that posted this position vacancy. Non-career employees are not eligible for insurance benefits or paid time off, however, they may be able to participate in a deferred compensation plan 401k and/or 457. 01 Your eligibility for this position is based solely upon the information provided in your application, resume, transcripts, cover letter, and other attachments. Provide accurate dates of employment and extensive detail of your job duties in your application. Responses to the questions below must match what is on your application and are used for screening purposes. Have you read and understand the process for submission and use of your application materials? + Yes + No 02 In accordance with federal law, all new employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three business days of beginning employment. Can you, after employment, submit proof of your legal right to work in the United States? + Yes + No 03 Do you possess at least an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school? + Yes + No 04 Do you possess a valid driver's license? + Yes + No 05 Are you a current State of Michigan employee? State employees work for one of the departments that make up the government of the State of Michigan (e.g., Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC), Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), etc.). + Yes + No 06 Are you a current Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) employee? + Yes + No 07 Have you previously worked at a Michigan Department of Transportation Welcome Center? If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in detail in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume otherwise your application may be screened out of this hiring process. + Yes + No 08 How many years of experience on the job do you have operating a personal computer? If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in detail in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume otherwise your application may be screened out of this hiring process. + None + Less than 1 year + 1-3 years + 3-5 years + 5 or more years 09 How many years of experience do you have working in a small team (e.g. an office setting in close proximity to coworkers)? If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in detail in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume otherwise your application may be screened out of this hiring process. + None + Less than 1 year + 1-3 years + 3-5 years + 5 or more years 10 How many years of experience do you have working hospitality or guest services? If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in detail in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume otherwise your application may be screened out of this hiring process. + None + Less than 1 year + 1-3 years + 3-5 years + 5 or more years 11 How familiar are you with the State of Michigan's various points of interest and travel destinations? + Not at all familiar + Somewhat familiar + Moderately familiar + Extremely familiar 12 This State Worker position is for summer help at the Clare Welcome Center in the literature section. This is not a permanent position, it does not offer benefits, and the rate of pay is non-negotiable. The hours will not exceed 129 hours per month or 719 hours per appointment. Schedules and hours are not guaranteed. Do you have any concerns with these conditions? + Yes + No 13 During the summer the Clare Welcome Center is open from 8:30am to 5pm, Sunday through Saturday. The working schedule typically 8 hours days (including a 30 minute lunch), but is subject to change to accommodate 10 hour shifts. Please select the hours and days that you are available to work. Check all that apply. + Sunday, 8:30am - 5:00pm or 7am - 5:30pm + Monday, 8:30am - 5:00pm or 7am - 5:30pm + Tuesday, 8:30am - 5:00pm or 7am - 5:30pm + Wednesday, 8:30am - 5:00pm or 7am - 5:30pm + Thursday, 8:30am - 5:00pm or 7am - 5:30pm + Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm or 7am - 5:30pm + Saturday, 8:30am - 5:00pm or 7am - 5:30pm 14 MDOT - Have you participated in any of the following MDOT Workforce Programs? + MDOT Youth Development and Mentoring Program + MDOT TRAC Program + MDOT Internship (Co-Op) Program + Transportation Diversity Recruitment Program (TDRP) Internship + MI Construction Career Days + National Summer Transportation Institute (NSTI) + Other + N/A + MDOT Capstone Internship 15 MDOT - Where did you hear about this job? (Check all that apply) + State of Michigan Website/NEOGOV or Governmentjobs.com + LinkedIn + College/University Career Services Office or website + Twitter + Facebook + Indeed + Career Search Engine (i.e. Monster, Careerbuilder) + Michigan Works! Agency + Career Fair + GovDelivery + Billboard + Employee Referral + Veterans Organization + Government Jobs + Diversity Jobs + recruitics + ZipRecruiter + Other Required Question Employer State of Michigan Department Transportation Address 425 West Ottawa Street Lansing, Michigan, 48909 Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email