Transition Services Coordinator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $48,882.71 - $59,390.21 Annually
Location : 83 - STATEWIDE, MS
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 9062-0333-20260903STW
Department: 0333 - DRS-OFFICE OF DISABILITY DET SVCS
Opening Date: 09/03/2026
Closing Date: 9/11/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary: $48,882.71
Agency Maximum Salary: $59,390.21
About the Agency: The Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services (MDRS) is a state agency dedicated to helping Mississippians with disabilities live and work independently. MDRS serves through four major programs: Vocational Rehabilitation (VR), Vocational Rehabilitation for the Blind (VRB), Office of Special Disability Programs (OSDP), and Disability Determination Services (DDS). Services also include support through Assistive Technology, the Office of Business Development, and much more. It is the mission of MDRS to provide appropriate and comprehensive services in a timely and effective manner. Programs and services assist individuals with disabilities to gain employment, retain employment, and live independently. MDRS is always looking for qualified and passionate employees to help fulfill its mission. To inquire about this position, please email @ careers@mdrs.ms.gov.
About the Position: The Transition Services Coordinator supports the statewide implementation and coordination of transition services for students and youth with disabilities, generally ages 14-24. Under the direction of the Transition Services Director, the Coordinator works with OVR staff, schools, families, community partners, and other stakeholders to promote consistent, timely, and high-quality services that prepare students and youth with disabilities for postsecondary education, training, and competitive integrated employment.- Essential Duties and Responsibilities:• Coordinate day-to-day implementation of Transition and Youth Services activities statewide.• Conduct regular meetings with transition staff to communicate program updates, clarify expectations, identify concerns, and share best practices.• Provide training, technical assistance, and ongoing support to counselors, managers, and other field staff regarding transition services.• Work closely with the Pre-ETS Coordinator and other program staff to promote consistency across transition and youth programs.• Collaborate with district and regional staff to identify service gaps and assist with development of strategies to improve service delivery.• Maintain the Transition Counselor Master List and other program tracking tools to ensure accurate school and district assignments.• Assist field staff with resolving transition-related service delivery issues and elevate significant concerns to the Transition Services Director.• Support coordination of referrals and communication between schools and OVR staff.• Maintain regular communication with school districts and other educational partners regarding transition services.• Participate in meetings with the Mississippi Department of Education and other partners as assigned by the Transition Services Director.• Assist with initiatives designed to strengthen transition planning, work-based learning, postsecondary preparation, and employment opportunities for students with disabilities.• Participate in statewide committees, workgroups, conferences, and technical assistance activities as assigned.• Assist with implementation of agreements and collaborative initiatives established between OVR, school districts, MDE, and other partners.• Review Transition-related data to identify trends, service gaps, referral patterns, and areas needing improvement.• Review AACE, Tableau, and other available reports to support accurate Transition case reporting and program monitoring.• Track schools served, student referrals, counselor assignments, service activity, and other established performance measures.• Prepare routine Transition Services reports for review by the Transition Services Director.• Assist with quarterly and annual program reporting by compiling statewide data and identifying accomplishments, challenges, and areas requiring follow-up.• Process, track, and monitor student referrals received through the Transition Portal or other designated referral systems.• Assist the Transition Services Director with monitoring implementation of corrective actions, program improvement activities, and other transition-related initiatives.• Provide technical assistance to staff regarding transition services for students and youth with disabilities.• Assist with development and delivery of statewide training for Transition Counselors and other OVR staff.• Participate in NTACT:C and other federal or national technical assistance opportunities related to transition and youth services.• Maintain awareness of emerging practices and share relevant information and resources with staff.• Assist the Transition Services Director with identifying training needs based on monitoring, data, and field feedback.• Maintain appropriate documentation of Transition Services activities.• Support special projects and statewide initiatives assigned by the Transition Services Director.• Perform other transition-related duties necessary to support the effective operation of the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation. This is a Non-State, Time-Limited (14) position.
What you'll need to be Successful: To be successful in this position, the incumbent will need: • Knowledge of transition services, vocational rehabilitation, and services for students and youth with disabilities • Strong coordination, organization, and program-support skills • Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities • Ability to collaborate effectively with OVR staff, schools, families, and community partners • Understanding of postsecondary education, training, and competitive integrated employment opportunities • Ability to provide technical assistance and promote consistent, timely, and high-quality services statewide • Strong problem-solving, documentation, and data-monitoring skills • Commitment to helping students and youth with disabilities achieve successful postsecondary and employment outcomes.
Preferred Qualifications: Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of experience. - Hiring Agency Prefers: Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Special Education, Social Work, or a related field, plus two (2) to four (4) years of experience providing or coordinating transition, vocational rehabilitation, education, workforce, or disability-related services. Certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) or eligibility for certification is preferred.
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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
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Flexible Spending Accounts
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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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