Human Resources Generalist I

State of Mississippi; Mississippi; On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi is seeking a Human Resources Generalist I for Lincoln County, MS. This full-time role supports recruitment, classification, salary analysis, benefits, and performance evaluations under supervision.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree and 0-2 years of experience; location near Jackson area. Compensation ranges from $33,600 to $36,600 annually, with standard state benefits and a time-limited position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 0-2 years of experience in HR.
• Experience with recruitment and selection processes is preferred.
• Excellent customer service and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for duties in agency human resources programs.
• Responsible for the application process with prospective employees.
• Ensures work done is in compliance with relevant federal and state laws.
• Responsible for filing, answering the phone, and providing excellent customer service to applicants.
• Entering data into computer systems, providing assistance to current and prospective employees.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Human Resources Generalist I in 43 - LINCOLN COUNTY, MS

State of Mississippi

$33,600.00 - $36,600.00 Annually

Location

43 - LINCOLN COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9455-0381-20260915linc

0381 - MH-BOSWELL REGIONAL CENTER

Opening Date

09/14/2026

9/28/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$33,600.00

$36,600.00

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and 0-2 years of experience.

MS Adolescent Center (MAC) is an IDD facility operated under the Department of Mental Health. For more information contact HR at 601-823-5700 x 5760.

About the Position

*This is a time-limited position.* First-level professional Human Resources position accountable for duties that are professional in nature and employees act as an adviser in the Agencies in one or more areas of human resources. Under direct supervision, positions are accountable for duties in agency human resources programs, policies, and procedures related to recruitment and selection, classification, salary analysis, benefits, appointments, and performance evaluation, and ensures work done is in compliance with relevant federal and state laws. Position may also be responsible for preparing reports at an agency or state wide level that can be used by managers and Statewide HR for the purposes of managing human resources costs. Employees at this level may also direct and review the work, such as payroll and related actions, of lower level employee.

• Accountable for duties in agency human resources programs.
• Responsible for the application process with prospective employees.
• Ensures work done is in compliance with relevant federal and state laws.
• Responsible for filing, answering the phone, and providing excellent customer service to applicants.
• Entering data into computer systems, providing assistance to current and prospectiveemployees.

What you'll need to be Successful

Positive attitude and ability to work in a fast-paced environment, phone etiquette, and willing to help customers.

• Knowledgeable of policies and procedures related to recruitment and selection.
• Must have excellent organizational skills

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