Human Resources Generalist I

State of Mississippi; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi in Hinds County, MS seeks a Human Resources Generalist I to support contract-worker actions and HR processes. You will manage documentation, ensure policy compliance, and maintain records in MAGIC Employee Central.

The role requires strong communication, organization, and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and work collaboratively within a team. Bachelor’s degree and 0-2 years’ experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and 0-2 years of experience.
• Experience with MAGIC or MAGIC Employee Central is preferred.
• Certified Mississippi Purchasing Agent (CMA) certification is also preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional HR support for contract-worker actions.
• Review and process contract-worker documentation per state requirements and MSDH policies.
• Enter and maintain contract-worker actions in MAGIC Employee Central; process renewals and terminations.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization skills

Mathematical skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Dependability

Adaptability

Time management

Teamwork

Independence

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Human Resources Generalist I in 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

State of Mississippi

$33,600.00 - $51,963.91 Annually

Location

25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9455-0301-20260917J

0301 - HEALTH BOARD

Opening Date

09/17/2026

9/22/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$33,600.00

$51,963.91

About the Agency

The Mississippi State Department of Health’s mission is to protect and advance the health, well-being, and safety of everyone in Mississippi. Questions about this position can be directed to [e-mail].

This is a time limited position. The incumbent will provide professional human resources support for the administration and processing of contract-worker actions for the Mississippi State Department of Health. Responsibilities include reviewing and processing contract-worker documentation in accordance with applicable state requirements, MSDH policies, and established procedures; entering and maintaining contract-worker actions in MAGIC Employee Central; and processing renewals, modifications, terminations, and other authorized contract maintenance actions.

What you’ll need to be Successful

The successful candidate should demonstrate strong communication, organizational, mathematical, and customer-service skills; attention to detail; dependability; adaptability and flexibility; the ability to effectively manage multiple assignments and deadlines; the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team; and the ability to complete assigned work with appropriate independence.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and 0-2 years of experience. Agency Preferred Qualifications: In addition to the MSPB minimum qualifications, at least one (1) year of experience using MAGIC or MAGIC Employee Central is preferred. Certified Mississippi Purchasing Agent (CMA) certification is also preferred.

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