Budget Officer II

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Job summary

The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) is recruiting for a Budget Officer II to join the Office of Budget and Planning. This full-time role supports budget preparation, monitoring of federal grants, and coordination with Bureau Directors and superintendents in budget-related matters.

The successful candidate will manage departmental budgets, ensure compliance with accounting principles, and assist with inventory and office operations.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of MAGIC System or Accounting System.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with various stakeholders.
• Effective communication skills both written and oral.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and complete assignments on time.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and mobile applications.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing budgets for MDE and managing department budgets.
• Monitor federal and special grant awards and compliance.
• Provide budget-related support to Bureau Directors and superintendents.
• Maintain inventory of office supplies and equipment.
• Handle special projects as assigned.

Skills

MAGIC System

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Task management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Outlook

Mobile apps

Job description

Budget Officer II | Mississippi State Government Jobs page has loaded.

Full-Time

Job Number

9423-0201-20260914Hs

0201 - EDUCATION - CONSOLIDATED PROGRAM

Opening Date

09/14/2026

9/23/2026 11:59 PM Central

Agency Minimum Salary

$47,425.15

$73,345.13

About the Agency

The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) seeks to create a world-class educational system that gives students the knowledge and skills to be successful in college and in the workforce, and to flourish as parents and citizens.

The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) is seeking a qualified candidate to serve as a Budget Officer II within the Office of Budget and Planning. As Budget Officer II, the successful candidate will help prepare the Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) budget by supporting various bureaus and divisions incompleting budget documents. This includes helping ensure that submissions are accurate and in line with accounting principles, departmental policies, and the instructions from the Budget Director. The position will also assist in managing MDE’soffice budgets and federal grant awards. Additionally, the candidate will help establish and maintain departmental budgets, as well as oversee federal and special grant awards. Key duties include providing support to Bureau Directors, Superintendents of state schools, and other departmental personnel on budget-related matters. The individual will assist with monitoring office supplies, reordering as needed, and maintaining the inventory of office equipment. Special projects will also be assigned as needed.

What you'll need to be Successful

• Knowledge of MAGIC System or Accounting System.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with various stakeholders.
• Effective communication skills both written and oral.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and complete assignments on time.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and mobile applications.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 2-4 years of experience. Agency preferred qualifications: Experience with completing GAAP Accounting Reconciliations.

Address

210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201