Want a job making up to $65k? Here are 19 open state jobs on or near the MS Coast
The following positions are available on or near the MS Coast. The posts close as early as July 1, but tend to re-post if not filled in the allotted time. See specific dates in each post.
Benefit Program Specialist I
Mississippi Division of Medicaid
Picayune Regional Office
Pearl River County
$29,500 - $31,396 annually
Job post closes Sept. 20
Preferred qualifications: Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and 0-2 years of experience or an associate’s degree and 2-3 years of experience.
Benefit Program Specialist I
Mississippi Division of Medicaid
Hattiesburg Regional Office
Forrest County
$29,500 - $31,396 annually
Job post closes Aug. 23
Preferred qualifications: Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and 0-2 years of experience or an associate’s degree and 2-3 years of experience.
Correctional Officer I
Mississippi Department of Corrections
Greene County
$40,392 - $42,856 annually
Job post closes July 3
Minimum qualifications: Typically requires completion of high school curriculum at the 8th grade level; and 0-2 years of correctional or secure facility experience. Applicants to this position must be at least 18 years of age and shall have successfully completed the training program at the Mississippi Department of Corrections or the equivalent within another state, as approved by the Mississippi Department of Corrections. Employees in this job classification under the age of 21 shall be assigned to the posts designated as non-peace officer status posts.
Correctional Officer II
Mississippi Department of Corrections
Greene County
$44,788 - $46,713 annually
Job post closes July 8
Minimum qualifications: Typically requires graduation from a standard four-year high school or equivalent; and 2-3 years of correctional or secure facility experience. Applicants to this position must be at least 18 years of age and shall have successfully completed the training program at the Mississippi Department of Corrections or the equivalent within another state, as approved by the Mississippi Department of Corrections. Employees in this job classification under the age of 21 shall be assigned to the posts designated as non-peace officer status posts.
Public Health Program Specialist III
Health Board
Statewide
$40,988 annually
Job post closes July 8
Preferred qualifications: Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 4 or more years of experience.
Custodian
MH-MS State Hospital
Specialized Treatment Facility
Harrison County
$20,220 - $23,253 annually
Job post closes July 1
Preferred qualifications: Typically requires a high school diploma or high school equivalency and 0-1 year of work experience.
Program Specialist I
Department of Corrections
Forrest County
$28,542 - $31,396 annually
Job post closes July 1
Preferred qualifications: Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and 0-2 years of relevant experience.
Program Specialist II
Department of Corrections
George County
$33,600 - $36,960 annually
Job post closes July 1
Preferred qualifications: Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and 1-3 years of relevant experience.
Law Enforcement Officer Supervisor
Department of Corrections
Harrison County (responsible for supervising staff and offenders in the following counties: George, Greene, Hancock, Harrison, Jackson and Stone
$61,980 annually
Job post closes July 1
Preferred qualifications: Possession of a State of Mississippi Law Enforcement Professional Certification and 6-8 years of experience in law enforcement.
Speech-Language Pathologist
South Mississippi Regional Center
Department of Mental Health
Ellisville State School
Harrison County
$56,345 annually
Job post closes July 1
Preferred qualifications: Requires state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
Social Services Program Supervisor
Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services (MDRS)
Special Disability Program
Forrest County
$50,000 - $61,150 annually
Job post closes July 8
Preferred qualifications: Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and six or more years of experience. Hiring agency prefers a master’s degree plus seven years of experience.
Behavioral Health Specialist II - Long Beach
South Mississippi Regional Center
Department of Mental Health
Ellisville State School
Harrison County
$43,509 - $67,983 annually
Job post closes July 1
Preferred qualifications: Requires master’s degree in psychology or related field, minimum of 5-6 years experience, and full licensure or certification.
Administrative Support Assistant III
Mississippi Division of Medicaid
Pearl River County
$26,185 annually
Job post closes July 8
Preferred qualifications: Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent and 2-4 years of experience.
Forestry Technician I
MS Forestry Commission
Perry County
$31,054 - $37,805 annually
Job post closes July 8
Preferred qualifications: An associate’s degree in forestry and 0-2 years of experience.
Public Health Program Specialist II
Department of Health
Harrison County
$33,600 - $37,800 annually
Job post closes July 3
Preferred qualifications: Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and 2-4 years of experience.
Behavioral Health Technician II
Ellisville State School
Perry County
$26,854 - $33,173 annually
Job post closes July 3
Preferred qualifications: Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and 2-4 years of experience.
Administrative Support Assistant II
Department of Child Protection Services
Perry County
$24,023 - $37,536 annually
Job post closes July 8
Preferred qualifications: Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent and 1-3 years of experience.
Behavioral Health Specialist II
Ellisville State School
Lamar County
$43,509 - $57,105 annually
Job post closes July 8
Preferred qualifications: Requires a master’s degree in psychology or related field and a minimum of 5-6 years of experience.
Benefit Program Specialist I
Division of Medicaid
Pascagoula Regional Office
Jackson County
$29,500 - $31,396 annually
Job post closes July 12
Preferred qualifications: Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and 0-2 years of experience or an associate’s degree and 2-3 years of experience.
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