Program Specialist IV - 447

State of Mississippi; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi in the Executive office of the Department of Finance and Administration seeks a Program Specialist IV - 447 in Hinds County for a full-time role. The position performs executive-level work as the Executive Assistant to the Executive Director and represents the Director in routine contacts with agency personnel and external entities.

Duties include tracking legislation, researching and interpreting Senate and House Bills, handling confidential matters, performing clerical

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 4-7 years of experience.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Executive Assistant to the Executive Director.
• Track and interpret Senate and House Bills for the agency.
• Perform clerical duties and handle confidential matters with discretion.
• Support administrative needs of DFA divisions when needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Program Specialist IV - 447 in 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

State of Mississippi

$51,693.41 - $70,000.00 Annually

Location

25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and 4-7 years of experience.

The Mississippi Department of Finance and Administration is the primary agency responsible for State government financial and administrative operations including employee payroll, vendor payments, employee insurance, construction, maintenance, and protection of State buildings in the Capitol Complex, financial information management systems, management of the State’s vehicle fleet, and numerous other related activities. If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact HR at 601-359-2824.

About the Position

This position is in the Executive office of the Department of Finance and Administration. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to performing Executive level work, as the Executive Assistant to the Executive Director. Represent the Executive Director in contacts with personnel in the agency, other governmental entities, public and private organizations and the general public. Track legislation for the agency, locate, research and interpret Senate and House Bills. Perform clerical duties and act as a liaison in handling confidential matters with discretion. Assist with the administrative needs of various divisions within DFA and ensure that all daily activities of the office are continued in the absence of the Executive Director, including other duties as assigned. - This is a X-16 position.

What you'll need to be Successful

Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills are required. The successful candidate is a team player with strong organizational skills, and pays great attention to detail.

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