Public Health Program Specialist III

State of Mississippi; Mississippi; On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi in Jasper County, MS seeks a seasoned Public Health Program Specialist III to research, consult, plan, promote, implement, or evaluate public health programs and grants. Located at Bay Springs Group Home, this full-time on-site role requires a health/science background and strong data analysis skills.

The position offers a competitive annual salary range of $36,624 to $40,286.40 and requires a bachelor’s degree with 4+ years of experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 4+ years of experience.
• Ability to work well with others.

Responsibilities

• Research, consult, plan, promote, implement or evaluate public health programs.
• Support health program teams through analysis and budgeting.
• Conduct routine training and identify best practices.

Skills

Teamwork

Professionalism

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Public Health Program Specialist III in 31 - JASPER COUNTY, MS

State of Mississippi

$36,624.00 - $40,286.40 Annually

Location

31 - JASPER COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9596-0381-20261102Jr

0381 - MH-BOSWELL REGIONAL CENTER

Opening Date

11/03/2026

11/17/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$36,624.00

$40,286.40

What you'll need to be Successful

Great working etiquette and attitude. Ability to work well with others.

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

About the Agency

BRC is an intermediate care facility for IDD individuals aged 21 and over. The position will be located at Bay Springs Group Home in Jasper, MS. For more information, contact HR at 601-867-5000 extension 75079.

About the Position

Seasoned professional position accountable for researching, consulting, planning, promoting, implementing, or evaluating a public health program, service, or grant or implementing environmentally influenced public health laws and regulations. Accountable for supporting health program teams through accomplishing or contributing to components of more complex work or programs. At this level, job require a health or science-related background and the ability to conduct basic research and analysis (e.g. market research, audit of program effectiveness, budget analysis, etc.). At this level, employees conduct routine training for the public, identify best practices, and research and develop components of future programs for implementation.

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Employer State of Mississippi

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