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Salary: $40,286.40 - $62,304.74 Annually
Location : 38 - LAUDERDALE COUNTY, MS
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 9779-0671-20260821L
Department: 0671 - EMPLOYMENT SECURITY
Opening Date: 08/27/2026
Closing Date: 9/2/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary: $40,286.40
Agency Maximum Salary: $62,304.74
About the Agency: The goal of the Mississippi Department of Employment Security is to help Mississippians get jobs. Through our network of WIN Job Centers, MDES matches qualified, prospective employees with employers. Also at Job Centers, Mississippians can obtain job training to sharpen their work skills and make themselves more competitive in the job market. The mission statement for the Mississippi Department of Employment Security is "Helping Mississippians Get Jobs." The email address for the MDES Human Resources Department is HumanCapital@mdes.ms.gov and the phone number is 601-321-6000.
About the Position: This position is based within a local Win Job Center or similar workforce facility, withregular travel within the assigned region. Conduct comprehensive assessments of veterans' skills, employment needs, career goals, and develop individualized employment plans. Provide personalized job readiness assistance, including résumé development, interview preparation, and targeted job search guidance. Connect veterans to supportive services such as housing, healthcare, training programs, and community-based resources. Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the state case management system and comply with all federal JVSG requirements. Build and maintain relationships with employers to promote veteran hiring and identify employment opportunities across high-growth industries. Provide employers with guidance on veteran recruitment, workforce incentives, and compliance with Priority of Service. Plan and participate in veteran-focused hiring events, job fairs, outreach activities, and workforce collaborations. Serve as a veteran workforce resource within the WIN Job Center and assist in advancing veteran-centered service strategies. All applicants must have a valid driver's license and pass an extensive background check.
What you'll need to be Successful: Strong case-management proficiency with ability to maintain high documentation accuracy. Veteran-centered communication with the ability to build trust, navigate Qualified Employment Barriers, and deliver individualized employment support. Effective partnership building skills and collaboration across agencies, employers, and workforce programs. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, electronic case-management systems, and workforce databases.
Preferred Qualifications: Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree and 2-4 years of experience. Agency preferred qualifications:Bachelor's Degree from an accredited 4-year college or university and at least 5 years of experience in veteran services, workforce development, case management, employer engagement, or related human-services work. Experience supporting individuals with Qualified Employment Barriers and prior involvement in outreach, partnership development, or training facilitation is strongly preferred. Experience providing individualized employment or case-management services, including assessments, employment planning, and job-readiness coaching. Background working with individuals facing Qualified Employment Barriers such as homelessness, justice involvement, disabilities, or other workforce challenges. Experience coordinating supportive services with workforce partners, community organizations, or training providers. Employer-engagement experience, including conducting business needs assessments, developing recruitment strategies, or promoting workforce incentives. Familiarity with labor-market information, veteran hiring programs, and incentives such as WOTC, HIRE Vets Medallion, or Fidelity Bonding. Experience conducting outreach, facilitating workshops, training staff, or supporting veteran-focused service strategies. Military leadership experience or prior work supporting service members transitioning to civilian careers.
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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 related experience do you have? (Refer to the job posting for an explanation of related experience.)

• No experience
• 1 year of experience
• 2 years of experience
• 3 years of experience
• 4 years of experience
• 5 years of experience
• 6 years of experience
• 7 years of experience
• 8 years of experience
• 9 years of experience
• 10 years of experience
• More than 10 years

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

• 8th grade
• GED or High School Equivalency Diploma / High School Diploma
• 30 semester hours
• Associate's Degree / 60 semester hours
• 90 semester hours
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Specialist Degree
• Doctorate Degree
• 9th grade
• 10th grade
• 11th grade

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Have you served at least 180 days in the armed forces and have been honorably discharged as indicated by the DD-214?

• Yes
• No

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