Training Specialist II

State of Mississippi; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 57,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi is seeking a Training Specialist II to develop, coordinate, and implement agency-wide training and employee development programs in 25 - Hinds County, MS. The role involves assessing needs, creating training materials, scheduling instructors, and facilitating sessions for staff and new hires.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication and organizational skills, be detailed-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and 2-4 years of relevant experience.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and implement agency-wide training programs.
• Assess training needs and develop training materials.
• Coordinate training schedules and instructors.
• Facilitate training sessions and onboarding for new hires.
• Maintain training records and evaluate training effectiveness.
• Support workforce development initiatives with agency leadership.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Training Specialist II in 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS | GovernmentJobs.com page has loaded.

State of Mississippi

$62,846.76 Annually

Location

25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9328-0460-20260924Hs

0460 - DWFP-WILDLIFE AND FISHERIES

Opening Date

09/28/2026

10/2/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$62,846.76

$62,846.76

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and 2-4 years of relevant experience.

About the Position

The Training Specialist II will be responsible for developing, coordinating, and implementing agency-wide training and employee development programs. Duties will include assessing training needs, developing training materials, coordinating training schedules and instructors, facilitating training sessions, assisting with new employee orientation and onboarding, maintaining training records, evaluating training effectiveness, and providing professional development opportunities for employees and supervisors. The position will work closely with Human Resources and agency leadership to identify training needs and support workforce development initiatives. During periods when training demands are limited, the Training Specialist II will assist the Human Resources team with current agency needs and projects. This may include assisting with employee benefits, benefits-related inquiries, data updates, and benefits reconciliation, as well as other HR responsibilities based on agency priorities and workload. The position will also assist with special projects and other duties as assigned to support the overall operations of the Human Resources Division.

What you'll need to be Successful

The successful candidate should have strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with employees at all levels of the agency. The position requires someone who is adaptable, dependable, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects and priorities while meeting deadlines. Strong presentation and facilitation skills are important, as the position will regularly coordinate and deliver training to diverse groups of employees. The ideal candidate should demonstrate initiative, sound judgment, problem-solving abilities, professionalism, and a commitment to providing excellent customer service. The ability to build positive working relationships, collaborate with others, and adjust to changing training and organizational needs is essential.

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