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LaSalle Corrections

Contract Process Officer

Pearl, MS · On-site

$19.44/hr

Ability to work in a multicultural and multilingual environment. Ability to utilize telephonic interpreter/translation services to complete assigned duties if not fluent in a language the detainee ...

TERRACON

Regional Finance Coordinator

Jackson, MS · On-site

Create and maintain electronic project files related to financial documentation, which may include contracts, work authorizations, budget tracking, payment applications, client invoices, and internal ...

TERRACON

Regional Finance Coordinator

Jackson, MS · On-site

Create and maintain electronic project files related to financial documentation, which may include contracts, work authorizations, budget tracking, payment applications, client invoices, and internal ...

TERRACON

Regional Finance Coordinator

Jackson, MS · On-site

Create and maintain electronic project files related to financial documentation, which may include contracts, work authorizations, budget tracking, payment applications, client invoices, and internal ...

TERRACON

Regional Finance Coordinator

Jackson, MS · On-site

Create and maintain electronic project files related to financial documentation, which may include contracts, work authorizations, budget tracking, payment applications, client invoices, and internal ...

TERRACON

Regional Finance Manager I

Jackson, MS · On-site

Oversee the management of electronic project files related to financial documentation, including contracts, work authorizations, budget tracking, payment applications, client invoices, and internal ...

TERRACON

Regional Finance Manager I

Jackson, MS · On-site

Oversee the management of electronic project files related to financial documentation, including contracts, work authorizations, budget tracking, payment applications, client invoices, and internal ...

TERRACON

Regional Finance Manager I

Jackson, MS · On-site

Oversee the management of electronic project files related to financial documentation, including contracts, work authorizations, budget tracking, payment applications, client invoices, and internal ...

TERRACON

Regional Finance Manager I

Jackson, MS · On-site

Oversee the management of electronic project files related to financial documentation, including contracts, work authorizations, budget tracking, payment applications, client invoices, and internal ...

TERRACON

Regional Finance Manager I

Jackson, MS · On-site

Oversee the management of electronic project files related to financial documentation, including contracts, work authorizations, budget tracking, payment applications, client invoices, and internal ...

TERRACON

Regional Finance Manager I

Jackson, MS · On-site

Oversee the management of electronic project files related to financial documentation, including contracts, work authorizations, budget tracking, payment applications, client invoices, and internal ...

TERRACON

Regional Finance Manager I

Jackson, MS · On-site

Oversee the management of electronic project files related to financial documentation, including contracts, work authorizations, budget tracking, payment applications, client invoices, and internal ...

Terracon

Regional Finance Manager I

Jackson, MS · On-site

$75 - $95/hr

Oversee the management of electronic project files related to financial documentation, including contracts, work authorizations, budget tracking, payment applications, client invoices, and internal ...

TERRACON

Regional Finance Manager I

Jackson, MS · On-site

Oversee the management of electronic project files related to financial documentation, including contracts, work authorizations, budget tracking, payment applications, client invoices, and internal ...

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As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract work in Ridgeland, MS is $21.81, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $23.85 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Credentials/CertificationsMay require specific certifications or licenses depending on the industryOften self-directed; certifications vary based on project
Work EnvironmentTypically employed by a company for a set period or projectSelf-employed; work from various locations or remotely
Employer/Industry UsageCommon in corporate, government, and large organizationsPopular among independent professionals and small businesses
Search/Comparison IntentOften compared for project-based or temporary rolesCompared for flexible, self-managed work arrangements

Contract work involves working for a company on a temporary basis, often with a fixed term or project scope, and may require specific credentials. Freelance work is typically self-employed, offering more flexibility and independence, with work often sourced directly from clients. Both roles are project-based but differ in employment structure and work environment.

What is a contract work job?

A contract work job is a temporary employment arrangement where a worker is hired to complete specific tasks or projects for a set period, often through a contract or agreement. These jobs typically do not include benefits and may require specialized skills or certifications, with workers often working independently or through staffing agencies.

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Contract Process Officer

LaSalle Corrections

Pearl, MS • On-site

$19.44/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

LaSalle Corrections rating

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 24 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

31st of 43 rated prisons

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide services and assistance that will support an effective and efficient custody processing, detention stay, and safe release as determined by ICE, facility and field office leadership.
As appropriate, coordinate effectively with Executive Office of Immigration Review (EOIR) personnel on Alternative to Detention (ATD) programs.
Conduct removal planning with detainees such as referrals and connections to resources in home country to support removals.
Assist in travel document collection.
Assist in travel, transportation, and repatriation planning.
Required Knowledge Skills/Abilities:
Ability to work in a multicultural and multilingual environment.
Ability to utilize telephonic interpreter/translation services to complete assigned duties if not fluent in a language the detainee understands.
Ability to adapt to sudden changes in schedules and flexibility in work requirements.
Ability to communicate proficiently in English (verbal and written) in order to develop positive rapport with patients, co-workers and other stakeholders.
Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships in a multidisciplinary environment.
Ability to navigate in an electronic work environment including electronic health records, web-based training and communications.
Knowledge of, and moderate proficiency in, common Microsoft Office programs, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and SharePoint.
Experience with managing data and data quality assurance.
Troubleshooting, creative problem solving and resourcefulness a must.
Ability to learn new things quickly and work in a team environment.
Ability to multitask, organize and prioritize assignments effectively without constant supervision.
Attention to detail and excellent time management skills required.
Education and Experience:
Degree issuing institution and or program must be accredited by an entity recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Bachelor's degree preferred, in social work, social services, criminal justice, or equivalent.
At least two years of related experience (e.g., experience working with immigrants or foreign-born individuals or individuals in custody, parole, and/or probation).
Experience working in or with individuals in a confinement setting.
At least two years of experience providing services to vulnerable populations.
Fluency in Spanish is preferred.
Physical Requirements:
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to satisfactorily perform these essential functions without causing an undue hardship for the employer.
Long periods of continuous standing and walking.
Frequent periods of sitting.
Repetitive climbing of stairs to reach the assigned areas and working at heights.
Occasional kneeling, squatting, and bending to perform "pat" or "strip" searches.
Frequent grasping, reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, twisting.
Occasionally responding to altercations and occasional restraining and securing assaultive offenders.
Ability to respond rapidly to potential security and/or medical codes/issues.
Frequent transferring and transporting offenders by walking or riding in various vehicles such as vans, buses, and other forms of transportation.
Continuous periods of operating/driving company vehicles to pick up and transport offenders for 4 hours or more per shift.
Remaining awake and alert while on duty.
Occasional lifting and carrying.
Ability to occasionally withstand direct or indirect exposure to OC spray.
Exposure to outdoor elements and temperatures.
Pay: $19.44 per hour
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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