Employee Development Jobs in Mississippi (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $43,509.31 - $56,000.00 Annually
Location : 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 9062-0245-20260817H
Department: 0245 - LIBRARY COMMISSION
Opening Date: 08/17/2026
Closing Date: 8/20/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary: $43,509.31
Agency Maximum Salary: $56,000.00
About the Agency: The Mississippi Library Commission is committed --- through leadership, advocacy, and service --- to strengthening and enhancing libraries and library services for all Mississippians. For questions regarding this position please contact hr@mlc.lib.ms.us .
About the Position: MLC is seeking a Workforce Development Coordinator to join its Human Resources team. The position will develop and manage onboarding programs to improve new employee integration and reduce early turnover. The coordinator will also support performance management, employee development, leadership coaching, workforce training, succession planning, and talent development initiatives.The role will include identifying training needs, creating and presenting professional development opportunities, monitoring workforce trends and training outcomes, and using employee development metrics to support informed decision-making. The coordinator will also assist with personnel actions in SPAHRS, MAGIC EC, and NEOGOV, as well as processing travel-related payments and reimbursements.
What you'll need to be Successful: Strong communication, organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills are essential. The successful candidate will demonstrate sound judgment, the ability to build effective working relationships, and a commitment to employee development and engagement. .
Preferred Qualifications: Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of experience. Agency preferred qualifications:Experience with SPAHRS, MAGIC EC, NEOGOV, and MSPB performance review systems is preferred. Candidates should have experience creating and presenting staff training, mentoring employees, and providing coaching and support. A bachelor's degree and two to four years of relevant experience are typically required.Experience with state personnel systems and performance management processes will be valuable in supporting the organization's workforce and leadership goals
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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 relevant 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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Do you have experience with SPAHRS, MAGIC EC, NEOGOV, and MSPB performance review systems?

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