Benefit Program Specialist III (0220)

State of Mississippi; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi seeks a Benefit Program Specialist III in Jackson to receive and process applications for the DECCD Child Care Payment Program from parents, families with young children, and childcare providers. The role supports public assistance programs and caregiver services.

The position is time-limited and part of the Division of Early Childhood Care & Development; it requires good communication and data-entry skills and offers collaborative work within the Mississippi Department of

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 2-4 years of experience.
• For the Division of Medicaid, an Associate's Degree and 6+ years of experience.
• Accounting experience preferred (Agency Preferred Qualifications).

Responsibilities

• Receives and processes applications from applicants (parents and families with young children) and child care providers participating in the DECCD Child Care Payment Program.

Skills

Great communication

Data entry

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Associate’s Degree

Job description

Benefit Program Specialist III (0220) in 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS | GovernmentJobs.com page has loaded.

State of Mississippi

$44,315.04 Annually

Location

25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9779-0664-20261028H

0664 - DHS-CHILDREN AND YOUTH

Opening Date

10/29/2026

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

Agency Minimum Salary

$44,315.04

$44,315.04

What you'll need to be Successful

Great communication, data entry, and customer service skills.

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 Early Childhood Care & Development and will be located in STATE OFFICE. If you have any questions, you may contact us at [e-mail].

About the Position

This is a time limited position. This position receives and processes applications from applicants (parents and families with young children) and child care providers that are requesting to participate in the DECCD Child Care Payment Program.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 2-4 years of experience. For the Division of Medicaid, an Associate's Degree and 6+ years of experience. Agency Preferred Qualifications: Accounting experience preferred.

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