Attorney II (5444)

State of Mississippi; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Mississippi seeks an Attorney II to manage administrative hearings and related processes in Hinds County, MS. The role involves preparing for and conducting hearings, drafting decisions with detailed legal analysis, and researching complex issues in state and federal law.

Requires admission to the Mississippi Bar in good standing and strong written and verbal communication. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and benefits in Jackson.

Qualifications

• Must be a member in good standing of the Mississippi Bar.
• Experience drafting legal decisions and conducting hearings.
• Ability to analyze federal and state law and policy.

Responsibilities

• Handle Programmatic Administrative Disqualification Hearings and related hearings.
• Prepare for and conduct formal administrative hearings under state and federal law.
• Draft and issue legal decisions with factual and legal analysis.

Skills

Legal research

Administrative hearings

Policy drafting

Written communication

Team collaboration

Education

JD or equivalent

Mississippi Bar Admission

Job description

Attorney II (5444) in 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

State of Mississippi

$75,000.00 - $85,000.00 Annually

Location

25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9555-0649-20261008HDS

0649 - DHS-SUPPORT SERVICES

Opening Date

10/08/2026

10/22/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$75,000.00

$85,000.00

About the Agency

The Mississippi Department of Human Services is dedicated to serving others while providing a wide range of public assistance programs, social services, and support for children, low-income individuals and families. The agency seeks to empower families so they can become self-sufficient and responsible for their future success. This position is with the Division of Administrative Hearings and will be located in STATE OFFICE. If you have any questions, you may contact us at [e-mail].

The individual selected for this position will handle Programmatic Administrative Disqualification Hearings, Administrative Agency Appeal Hearings, and Subgrant Administrative Agency Appeal Hearings. Prepare for and conduct formal administrative hearings for the Mississippi Department of Human Services pursuant to state and federal law. Drafting and issuing legal decisions with factual and legal analysis concerning federal programs. Researching complex legal and policy issues. Review and/or draft policy to improve efficiency and ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and other policies. Perform other duties as determined necessary by the agency.

What you'll need to be Successful

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Knowledge of federal and state law, policy, and procedure. Ability to identify and resolve problems. Ability to use relevant information and individual judgment to make sound, well-informed, and objective decisions. Ability to prepare for and conduct hearings. Ability to work under stress. Ability to meet set deadlines. Ability to work independently and as a team. Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Preferred Qualifications

Requires membership in the Mississippi State Bar Association. — Hiring Agency Note:The selected applicant must be a member of the Mississippi Bar (a lawyer) in good standing. Exceptional applicants sitting for the July 2026 Bar Examination will be considered on a conditional basis.

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