Program Specialist II

State of Mississippi; Whitfield (MS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi seeks a Program Specialist II for 61 - Rankin County, MS. This full-time role, located in Rankin County, offers an annual salary range from $33,600.00 to $47,239.92.

Position involves directing and analyzing activities of an agency program at HUDSPETH Regional Center, under the Department of Mental Health. Requires a Bachelor's degree and 1–3 years of experience, with strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and 1-3 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Direct and analyze the processes and activities of an agency program.
• Coordinate multiple projects and assignments in support of an agency program.
• Program planning, evaluation, financial and management analysis, and operational auditing.
• Identify operational problems and assist in implementing solutions.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Program Specialist II in 61 - RANKIN COUNTY, MS

State of Mississippi

$33,600.00 - $47,239.92 Annually

Location

61 - RANKIN COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9061-0386-20261104RKN

0386 - MH-HUDSPETH REGIONAL CENTER

Opening Date

11/04/2026

11/13/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$33,600.00

$47,239.92

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and 1-3 years of experience.

Hudspeth Regional Center is one of five state-operated comprehensive regional programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities operated under the administration of the Department of Mental Health, Bureau of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. Any questions regarding this position should be directed to Human Resources at 601-664-6080 or to the Programmatic Director at 601-664-6311.

About the Position

(Unit I Recreational Dept) Second-level Program Management and Support professional position accountable for directing and analyzing the processes and activities of an agency program. Employees are responsible for coordinating multiple projects and assignments in support of an agency program or operation, and for program planning, evaluation, financial and management analysis, and operational auditing. Responsibilities may include identifying operational problems, making recommendations for improvement, and assisting in implementing solutions. Works under the general supervision of a supervisor/manager.

What you'll need to be Successful

Great communication skills, organizational skills, ability to multitask, and works well with a team.

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