State of Mississippi
This listing closes on 1/13/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada).
Employer
State of Mississippi
Salary $36,624.00 - $49,991.76 Annually
Location 67 - SUNFLOWER COUNTY, MS
Job Type Full-Time
Job Number 9431-0555-20260107SUN
Department 0555 - CORR-PARCHMAN
Opening Date 01/08/2026
Closing Date 1/13/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)
Agency Minimum Salary $36,624.00
Agency Maximum Salary $49,991.76
Preferred Qualifications Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 0-2 years of experience.
About the Agency The Mississippi Department of Corrections (MDOC) is a professional agency that adheres to the values of integrity, honesty, and openness in all of its practices. MDOC actively recruits quality candidates who share in the vision that the safety of public of paramount importance and fundamental to the agency's mission.
About the Position First-level Accounting professional responsible for examining, accounting for, reconciling, analyzing, and interpreting standard accounting data and records. At this level, employees apply basic accounting theory and review fiscal transactions to ensure agency practices (e.g., Payroll, accounts payable/receivable, inventory, collections, etc.) are in accordance with general and government accounting practices and principles, and with agency policy and procedure. Employees at this level reconcile accounting reports and conduct basic or routine analysis of agency fiscal data (e.g., budget versus actual revenues). Work at this level is limited in complexity (e.g., relatively small number of fund types, revenue sources, cost centers, and cost allocations). -- This position is located within the HR Department at the Mississippi State Penitentiary.
What You'll Need to Be Successful To be successful in this position, you will need to be highly organized, pay close attention to detail, be able to meet deadlines, ensure confidential information is handled securely, and follow MSPB and MDOC policies and procedures.
Health/Prescription Insurance 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 Leave Paid Personal Leave and Sick Leave
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 Tuition Reimbursement
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. 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.
How Many Years of Relevant Experience Do You Have?
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
What is the Highest Level of Education (or Semester Hours of College) You Have Completed?
None
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
Address 210 East Capitol Street Suite 800 Jackson, Mississippi, 39201
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Salary $36,624.00 - $49,991.76 Annually
Location 67 - SUNFLOWER COUNTY, MS
Job Type Full-Time
Job Number 9431-0555-20260107SUN
Department 0555 - CORR-PARCHMAN
Opening Date 01/08/2026
Closing Date 1/13/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)
Agency Minimum Salary $36,624.00
Agency Maximum Salary $49,991.76
Preferred Qualifications Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 0-2 years of experience.
About the Agency The Mississippi Department of Corrections (MDOC) is a professional agency that adheres to the values of integrity, honesty, and openness in all of its practices. MDOC actively recruits quality candidates who share in the vision that the safety of public of paramount importance and fundamental to the agency's mission.
About the Position First-level Accounting professional responsible for examining, accounting for, reconciling, analyzing, and interpreting standard accounting data and records. At this level, employees apply basic accounting theory and review fiscal transactions to ensure agency practices (e.g., Payroll, accounts payable/receivable, inventory, collections, etc.) are in accordance with general and government accounting practices and principles, and with agency policy and procedure. Employees at this level reconcile accounting reports and conduct basic or routine analysis of agency fiscal data (e.g., budget versus actual revenues). Work at this level is limited in complexity (e.g., relatively small number of fund types, revenue sources, cost centers, and cost allocations). -- This position is located within the HR Department at the Mississippi State Penitentiary.
What You'll Need to Be Successful To be successful in this position, you will need to be highly organized, pay close attention to detail, be able to meet deadlines, ensure confidential information is handled securely, and follow MSPB and MDOC policies and procedures.
Health/Prescription Insurance 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 Leave Paid Personal Leave and Sick Leave
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 Tuition Reimbursement
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. 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.
How Many Years of Relevant Experience Do You Have?
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
What is the Highest Level of Education (or Semester Hours of College) You Have Completed?
None
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
Address 210 East Capitol Street Suite 800 Jackson, Mississippi, 39201
#J-18808-Ljbffr