Development Director Jobs in Ridgeland, MS (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $66,944.47 - $85,000.00 Annually
Location : 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2317-0835-20260521HND1
Department: 0835 - PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR LICENSING BOARD
Opening Date: 05/21/2026
Closing Date: 6/11/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary: $66,944.47
Agency Maximum Salary: $85,000.00
About the Agency: The Mississippi State Board of Examiners for Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC Board) is seeking an experienced, mission-driven professional to serve as its Executive Director. This position is the chief administrative and regulatory officer for the agency responsible for overseeing the licensure, regulation, and ethical practice of counseling in the State of Mississippi. The Executive Director plays a critical role in ensuring that only qualified individuals use the protected title "Licensed Professional Counselor" and that all licensees uphold the standards necessary to protect the public health, safety, and welfare of Mississippi's citizens.
About the Position: **Please note this is a non-state service (NS-14) position with the Mississippi State Board of Examiners for Licensed Professional Counselors in Hinds County** The Executive Director provides leadership and operational oversight for all agency functions, including licensure processing, regulatory compliance, enforcement coordination, fiscal management, and public communication. This position requires a strong understanding of regulatory systems, exceptional administrative skills, and a commitment to safeguarding the public through effective oversight of the counseling profession. The Executive Director is a non-state service employee who works under the direction of the five-member LPC Board and exercises considerable independent judgment in carrying out the agency's statutory responsibilities. The Executive Director will be required to work in the Board's office located in the Robert E. Lee Building in Jackson and will maintain office hours as prescribed by the Board.Key Responsibilities• Oversees all agency operations and carries out board directives.• Supervises agency staff, assigns duties, evaluates performance, and ensures adherence to agency standards and regulatory requirements.• Oversees all licensure processing, including application review, renewal processing, supervision documentation, continuing education compliance, and maintenance of accurate licensure records.• Collaborates with investigative personnel and board members on complaints, disciplinary actions, and compliance monitoring.• Applies Mississippi statutes, Board rules, and professional regulations governing the practice and title protection of Licensed Professional Counselors.• Develops, recommends, and implements, upon Board approval, policies, procedures, and regulatory updates to strengthen public protection and improve agency efficiency.• Serve as the primary liaison to applicants, licensees, professional associations, legislators, and state and federal agencies.• Manages agency finances, including budgeting, accounting, purchasing, and financial reporting.• Provides recommendations to the Board regarding budget preparation, resource allocation, and long-term planning.• Prepares annual reports, statistical summaries, and other documentation related to licensure trends, regulatory activity, and agency performance.• Prepares agendas, reports, and supporting documentation for Board meetings.• Ensures accurate recording and retention of minutes, actions, and official records.
What you'll need to be Successful: The successful candidate should have strong written and verbal communication skills, the ability to interpret and apply statutes, rules, and policies, and experience in budget development and financial management. They also need to understand regulatory or licensing environments, have the ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, demonstrate strong organizational and leadership skills, value transparency, accountability, and public protection.Knowledge of counseling or behavioral health professions.Familiarity with Mississippi state government processes, including legislative and administrative procedures.
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution; and Six (6) years of responsible administrative, regulatory, or managerial experience.Special consideration will be given to those candidates with a Master's or undergraduate degree in public administration, business administration, or a related field.Experience working with a regulatory or licensing board.
Characteristics of Work
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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 http://www.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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How many years of responsible administrative, regulatory, or managerial experience do you have?

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What is the highest level of education (or semester hours of college) you have completed?

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