Administrative Assistant

State of Mississippi; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi is seeking an Administrative Assistant in Hinds County, MS to provide clerical support for the Administrative Services staff. The role serves as a backup to agency accounting functions and requires strong Office 365 skills, Excel and Word proficiency.

Preferred candidates hold a High School Diploma or equivalent with 3-5 years of experience. The position is full-time and based in Jackson, MS, with salary range listed and standard benefits.

Qualifications

• Typically requires High School Diploma or equivalent and 3-5 years of experience.
• Proficiency in Excel and Word is preferred.
• Fluency in Office 365 capabilities is desired.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical support for Administrative Services staff.
• Back up agency accounting functions.
• Respond to multiple administrative tasks daily.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Office 365

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Administrative Assistant in 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

State of Mississippi

$28,542.30 - $40,000.00 Annually

Location

25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9025-0245-20260929H

0245 - LIBRARY COMMISSION

Opening Date

10/01/2026

10/5/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$28,542.30

$40,000.00

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires High School Diploma or equivalent and 3-5 years of experience.

The Mississippi Library Commission is committed --- through leadership, advocacy, and service --- to strengthening and enhancing libraries and library services for all Mississippians. For questions regarding this position please contact [e-mail] .

About the Position

This position will provide clerical support for the Administrative Services staff performing all basic administrative duties and serving as the back up to agency accounting functions. Preferred applicant will be fluent in Office 365 and be able to respond to multiple administrative support duties that will vary day to day.

What you'll need to be Successful

Preferred applicant should have strong attention to detail and advanced analytical skills, including experience in Microsoft Excel and Word.

Address

Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201