Senior Compliance & Monitoring Manager (Public Funds)

State of Mississippi; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi is seeking a Compliance Manager in 25 - Hinds County, MS to lead a comprehensive agency-wide compliance program supporting federal grants and state incentives. The role ensures funds are used in accordance with laws, policies, and reporting requirements, safeguarding public funds and promoting accountability.

The candidate will manage risk assessments, audits, and monitoring activities across multidisciplinary teams, coordinating with legal, finance, and external partners to

Qualifications

• Knowledge of federal and state regulatory requirements with interpretation ability.
• Experience in risk assessments, audits, and compliance monitoring.
• Strong communication, ethics, and detail-oriented judgment.

Responsibilities

• Administer an agency-wide compliance framework for programs and funding.
• Provide oversight for federal programs (HUD CDBG, ARPA, etc.).
• Oversee state incentive and business development programs for compliance.
• Establish policies, tools, and internal controls for program integrity.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams in compliance and monitoring activities.
• Coordinate with outside consultants and third parties for compliance services.
• Identify process improvements for efficiency in monitoring and reporting.
• Conduct risk assessments of programs, subrecipients, and contractors.
• Oversee monitoring reviews, desk reviews, and site visits.
• Review documentation for eligibility, cost allowability, and ethics.

Skills

Compliance management

Risk assessment

Auditing

Regulatory oversight

Monitoring

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

State of Mississippi is seeking a Compliance Manager in 25 - Hinds County, MS to lead a comprehensive agency-wide compliance program supporting federal grants and state incentives. The role ensures funds are used in accordance with laws, policies, and reporting requirements, safeguarding public funds and promoting accountability.

The candidate will manage risk assessments, audits, and monitoring activities across multidisciplinary teams, coordinating with legal, finance, and external partners to