Program Manager

State of Mississippi; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 44,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi in Jackson, MS is seeking a Program Manager to oversee the Office of Grant Management, including WIOA and GDG programs. This role requires coordinating with subgrantees, attending meetings locally and statewide, and ensuring fiscal and programmatic compliance.

The position emphasizes strong communication, analytical abilities, and the ability to work independently. A valid driver's license and a thorough background check are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of related experience preferred.
• Excellent communication, computer, and organizational skills required.
• Must pass extensive background check and have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Learn all areas of the Office of Grant Management (WIOA, GDG, SCSEP, NDWG, MS SHIPS).
• Attend local, regional, and statewide meetings with subgrantees (some out of state).
• Act as liaison to local workforce development areas and provide technical assistance on fiscal and programmatic operations.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree

3-5 years of related experience

Job description

Program Manager in 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

State of Mississippi

$43,509.31 - $59,390.21 Annually

Location

25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9062-0671-20261008HDS

0671 - EMPLOYMENT SECURITY

Opening Date

10/14/2026

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

Agency Minimum Salary

$43,509.31

$59,390.21

About the Agency

The goal of the Mississippi Department of Employment Security is to help Mississippians get jobs. Through our network of WIN Job Centers, MDES matches qualified, prospective employees with employers. Also at Job Centers, Mississippians can obtain job training to sharpen their work skills and make themselves more competitive in the job market. The mission statement for the Mississippi Department of Employment Security is "Helping Mississippians Get Jobs." The email address for the MDES Human Resources Department is [e-mail], and the phone number is 601-321-6000.

This position will learn all areas of the Office of Grant Management, including, but not limited to, Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Programs, Governor's Discretionary Grants (GDG), Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP), National Dislocated Worker Grants (NDWG), Department of Defense MS SHIPS Grant, the Partners for Reentry Opportunities in Workforce Development (PROWD) initiative, and Rapid Response/Layoff Aversion activities. Attend local, regional, and statewide meetings with subgrantees, including some out of state. Manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Act as liaison to local workforce development areas. Provide technical assistance to subgrantees regarding fiscal and programmatic operations. Work with appropriate accounting/fiscal staff to ensure allocation, reallocation, and expenditure of funds. Interpret complex laws/regulations. Prepare and submit quarterly and yearly reports to the US Department of Labor, local workforce development areas, and other partnership entities. Research and draft correspondence, communications, policies, and other relevant official documentation. All potential applicants are required to have a valid driver's license and pass an extensive background check.

What you'll need to be Successful

Excellent communication, computer, and organizational skills, ability to interpret law, and work independently.

Preferred Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and 2-4 years of experience.
• Hiring Agency Prefers: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university and three (3) to five (5) years of experience in a directly related field.

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