Public Health Program Specialist III

State of Mississippi; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 37,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Mississippi is seeking a Data Quality Specialist for the Mississippi Ryan White Part B program in Hinds County. The role focuses on collecting, entering, reporting, and ensuring data quality across multiple databases to drive program improvements.

Responsibilities include updating data on various schedules and supporting HRSA compliance and quality initiatives in collaboration with the Data Quality Manager and Clinical Quality Supervisor.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as a team
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication

Responsibilities

• Collect, enter, report, and ensure quality of various reports and databases.
• Maintain daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual updates to analyze and inform management.
• Support HRSA guidelines compliance and data-driven quality improvements.
• Collaborate with Data Quality Manager and Clinical Quality Supervisor to ensure data integrity.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Independent worker

Deadline prioritization

Written & verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Public Health Program Specialist III in 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

State of Mississippi

$36,624.00 - $56,640.66 Annually

Location

25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9596-0301-20261105

0301 - HEALTH BOARD

Opening Date

11/05/2026

11/12/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$36,624.00

$56,640.66

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree and 4+ years of experience.

The Mississippi State Department of Health’s mission is to protect and advance the health, well-being, and safety of everyone in Mississippi. Questions about this position can be directed to [e-mail].

About the Position

This is a time limited position. The Data Quality Specialist is responsible for collecting, entering, reporting, and ensuring the quality of various reports and databases for the Mississippi Ryan White Part B program. These databases are updated on a daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis to analyze and make recommendations to RWPB management. This position ensures the accuracy, integrity, and security of program data while also supporting the development of data-driven insights to improve program outcomes. The Data Specialist works closely with the Data Quality Manager and Clinical Quality Supervisor to maintain compliance with HRSA guidelines and to support quality improvement initiatives.

What you'll need to be Successful

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail,
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple/complex projects,
• Ability to work independently and function as a team player,
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines,
• Excellent communication (written and verbal)

See MSPB Careers for information regarding this classifications

Employer State of Mississippi

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