Program Specialist II

Salary: $33,600. 00 - $45,864. 00 Annually

Location : 24 - HARRISON COUNTY, MS

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 9061-0***HA

Department: 0811 - PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION

Opening Date: 01/10/2025

Closing Date: 1/17/2025 11:59 PM Central

Agency Minimum Salary: $33,600. 00

Agency Maximum Salary: $45,864. 00

Preferred Qualifications: Typically requires a bachelor's degree and 1-3 years of experience.

About the Agency: The Mississippi Public Service Commission supervises and regulates certain communication companies, electric, gas, water, and sewer utilities. It is the Commission's responsibility to see that rates and charges for service are just and reasonable, that approved rates are adhered to, that utility service is reasonably adequate, and that facilities constructed or acquired by utilities are required to serve the public. The agency is divided into three districts: Northern, Central, and Southern. This opening is for the Southern District. The Southern District serves 27 counties and is headquartered in Biloxi. If you have any questions contact Robert Odom at bob. odom@psc. ms. gov.

About the Position: Second-level Program Management and Support professional position accountable for directing and analyzing the processes and activities of an agency program. Employees are responsible for coordinating multiple projects and assignments in support of an agency program or operation, and program planning, evaluation, financial and management analysis, and operational auditing. Responsibilities may include identifying operational problems, making recommendations for improvement, and assisting in implementing solutions. Works under general supervision of a supervisor/manager.

What you'll need to be Successful: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Including Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Experience with office equipment (i. e. , fax, printer, scanner, etc. ). Written and verbal communication skills, multitasking and time management skills, ability to be present in the office during regular business hours, and a professional attitude and appearance.

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Minimum Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and 1-3 years of experience.
Essential Functions

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Health/Prescription InsuranceEligible employees have the opportunity to participate in the state's health and prescription insurance program. Employees may select either single or family coverage with affordable co-payments. More detail can be found at Know Your Benefits.

Wellness Benefits

Employees are eligible for a wellness and health promotion program. This plan provides annual benefits for certain services with first-dollar coverage with no deductible.

Life Insurance

All eligible employees receive an actual term life insurance policy upon employment. The policy coverage is two times the employee's annual salary to a maximum of $100,000. More detail can be found at Life Insurance Choices.

Optional Insurances

Many agencies offer discounted premiums for dental, vision, and cancer insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Many state agencies provide opportunity for employees to participate in pre-tax spending accounts. These accounts allow employees to withhold childcare expenses and unreimbursed medical expenses prior to application of state and federal taxes.

Paid Personal Leave and Sick LeaveFull-time employees receive paid time off for personal needs and for sick leave. Leave begins accruing after one month of employment and may be used as it is accrued. Employees earn approximately 18 days of personal leave annually and 12 days of sick leave annually.

Military Leave

In accordance with federal law, all employees serving in the armed forces or the military reserves are entitled to 15 days per year for military training.

Holidays

Employees receive up to 10 paid holidays to enjoy many of our nation's celebrations with family and friends.

Retirement Programs

The State of Mississippi provides all its employees a Defined Benefit/Defined Contribution Retirement Program. Employees become vested in the State's retirement system after 8 years of employment. Both you and your employing agency contribute toward your retirement. More detailed information regarding the State's retirement program can be found at / pers. state. ms. us

Deferred Compensation

State agencies offer several opportunities for their employees to participate in a deferred compensation voluntary retirement savings plan. More information can be found at Deferred Compensation.

State Credit Union

All state employees are eligible to participate in the Mississippi Public Employees' Credit Union. This organization offers state employees special savings and borrowing plans. For more information about this program, call 601. 948. 8191.

Tuition Reimbursement
Many state agencies provide opportunities for their employees to achieve higher education through tuition reimbursement. Common programs include medical and nursing fields, accounting, and business/administrative fields.

Career Development and Training

The Mississippi State Personnel Board offers several management and administrative certification programs, as well as professional development courses to enhance employee value to the agency. Individual agencies also offer technical training and allow membership in professional organizations to employees in their specific fields of employment.

Promotional Opportunities

Employees who have completed 6 or more months of service are eligible for promotional opportunities within state government employment. Minimum qualifications must be met.

Career Ladders

Many job classifications provide career-ladder opportunities based upon attainment of competencies. These career ladders can increase an individual's salary, provided funds are available within the agency.

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What is the highest level of education (or semester hours of college) you have completed from an accredited four-year college or university?

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• GED / High School
• 1 year / 30 semester hours
• Associate's Degree / 2 years / 60 semester hours
• 3 years / 90 semester hours
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Specialist's Degree
• Doctorate's Degree

• None
• 1 year of experience
• 2 years of experience
• 3 years of experience
• 4 years of experience
• 5 years of experience
• 6 years of experience
• 7 years of experience
• 8 years of experience
• 9 years of experience
• 10 years of experience
• More than 10 years