Program Auditor I (0398)

State of Mississippi; Mississippi; On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Mississippi is seeking a Program Auditor I (0398) for the Division of SNAP Quality Control in Quitman County, MS. You will review a random sample of SNAP cases to verify compliance with state and federal policies, documenting findings and recommendations.

Travel may be required, and a Bachelor's degree with 0-2 years of SNAP experience is preferred. This full-time role offers an annual salary around $43,104.46 with benefits as defined by the agency.

Qualifications

• Great verbal and written communication skills, time management, and documentation of SNAP state and federal policies.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team within strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review random samples of SNAP cases to ensure correctness per state and federal policies.
• Must be willing to travel.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Documentation

Policy knowledge

Independence

Teamwork

Deadline-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Program Auditor I (0398) in 60 - QUITMAN COUNTY, MS

State of Mississippi

$43,104.46 Annually

Location

60 - QUITMAN COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9053-0649-20260922QUI

0649 - DHS-SUPPORT SERVICES

Opening Date

09/23/2026

10/7/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$43,104.46

$43,104.46

About the Agency

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 to become self-sufficient and responsible for their future success. This position is with the Division of SNAP Quality Control and will be located in QUITMAN. If you have any questions, you may contact us at [e-mail].

This individual will work in the SNAP Quality Control Division. They will be assigned a random sample of SNAP cases to review each month to determine whether the cases were completed correctly based on state and federal policies and procedures. Must be willing to travel.

What you'll need to be Successful

Great verbal and written communication skills, time management skills, proficient in documenting and understanding SNAP state and federal policies and procedures, must be able to work independently, and must be a team player. Able to work under strict timeframes and meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and 0-2 years of experience. — Hiring Agency Preferred Qualifications: A Bachelor's Degree and zero (0) to two (2) years of SNAP experience.

See MSPB Careers for information regarding this classification

Employer State of Mississippi

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