Director of Maintenance and Facilities

State of Mississippi; Mississippi; On-site; USD 67,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi is seeking a Director of Maintenance and Facilities to lead all maintenance and construction initiatives at East Mississippi State Hospital. This role oversees budgets, contracts, staff, safety, and project execution to meet hospital priorities and compliance.

Strong leadership, organization, and communication are essential for guiding cross-functional teams across facilities operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of experience in construction project administration.
• Strong leadership and budgeting capabilities are required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate construction, maintenance, contracts, staff, budgets and facility priorities.
• Communicate with hospital leadership and departments to ensure safe, timely operations.
• Supervise staff and ensure compliance with safety, quality and regulatory standards.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Budget management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Director of Maintenance and Facilities in 38 - LAUDERDALE COUNTY, MS

State of Mississippi

$66,944.47 - $117,650.72 Annually

Location

38 - LAUDERDALE COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9847-0372-20261012LAUD

0372 - MH-EAST MS STATE HOSPITAL

Opening Date

10/13/2026

10/27/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$66,944.47

$117,650.72

About the Agency

East Mississippi State Hospital is a state-operated psychiatric facility under the Mississippi Department of Mental Health, providing comprehensive inpatient and residential mental health services to individuals across the region. EMSH serves a diverse population through a multidisciplinary approach that emphasizes safety, quality care, and recovery-focused treatment. In addition to psychiatric services, the hospital supports multiple programs and facilities dedicated to meeting the complex clinical and operational needs of those we serve, while maintaining compliance with state, federal, and accreditation standards.

What you'll need to be Successful

Success in this role requires strong leadership, organization, and project-management skills, along with the ability to coordinate construction, maintenance, contractors, staff, budgets, and facility priorities. The Director must communicate effectively, make sound operational decisions, and ensure projects and maintenance activities are completed safely, timely, and within established requirements. Success also depends on clear communication with hospital leadership and departments, effective supervision and accountability of staff, and sound fiscal judgment—especially when estimating costs, managing resources, and coordinating purchases and contracts in collaboration with Business Services.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 5+ years of professional experience in the administration of construction projects.

Address

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