Maintenance Manager Jobs in Madison, MS (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $43,509.31 - $61,171.92 Annually
Location : 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 9842-0161-20260730HS
Department: 0161 - DFA-FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION
Opening Date: 07/30/2026
Closing Date: 8/12/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary: $43,509.31
Agency Maximum Salary: $61,171.92
About the Agency: The Mississippi Department of Finance and Administration is the primary agency responsible for State government financial and administrative operations including employee payroll, vendor payments, employee insurance, construction, maintenance, and protection of State buildings in the Capitol Complex, financial information management systems, management of the State's vehicle fleet, and numerous other related activities. If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact HR at 601-359-2824.
About the Position: This position is in the DFA Office of Capitol Facilities. Managerial Facilities & Grounds Maintenance position is in charge of planning, coordinating, estimating and scheduling maintenance, alteration, or renovation projects and upgrades for a facility, or multiple facilities or locations through the coordination of in-house and contracted skilled and semi-skilled trades work. At this level, employees estimate project cost and scope; develop facilities management policies and procedures, including facility systems preventive maintenance schedules; and project future needs of facilities systems and structural maintenance. Supervision responsibilities include: recommendation of selection and hire; training; work planning, assignments, and review; and performance assessment, coaching, and progressive discipline. At this level, employees are focused on the implementation of facilities program activities and manage the day-to-day operations (e.g., develop operational policies and procedures; manage inventory; prepare status reports of activities; estimate time, materials, and staffing needs; and coordinate with other involved in projects/activities).
What you'll need to be Successful: The agency is seeking a Maintenance/Grounds Manager that possess communication skills, problem-solving skills, attention to detail, time management skills, and ability to adapt to working conditions. Other crucial skills are teamwork and collaboration, stress management, and a commitment to continuous learning to stay updated with new technologies.
Preferred Qualifications: Typically requires 4-6 years of semi-skilled work experience. Agency preferred qualifications:Experience in the following areas: painting dry wall HVAC plumbing electrical.
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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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