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Form of workSalary: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 Annually
Location : 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 9335-0247-20240102HS
Department: 0247 - EDUCATIONAL TELEVISION AUTHORITY
Opening Date: 01/02/2024
Closing Date: 1/5/2024 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary: $50,000.00
Agency Maximum Salary: $55,000.00
About the Agency: Mississippi Public Broadcasting is a trusted multimedia organization that educates, enlightens and entertains Mississippians. As the only statewide radio and television broadcast network, MPB connects Mississippi households and communities.MPB programming focuses on the people, resources and attractions that reflect Mississippi's unique culture and diverse heritage. Children's educational television programs constitute a major portion of the daytime and weekend morning schedules.MPB provides a valuable resource to Mississippians in disseminating information as part of the state's emergency preparedness and response system. Every weekday, MPB News produces 11 newscasts dedicated to Mississippi stories.In 2015, MPB launched the latest iteration of the MPB Public Media App. With live stream, on-demand episodes of both radio and television favorites and the latest from MPB news, the MPB App provides listeners and viewers with a way to stay connected, no matter where in the world they may be.MPB reaches over 50,000 people a day through various social media channels, including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram. MPB's social channels provide information, news and entertainment around the clock, even in emergency situations.Questions about this position can be e-mailed to careers@mpbonline.org.
About the Position: MPB is looking for a person to act as the Specialist for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math (STEAM) in its Education Division. This role will be the MPB liaison with the MDE science and technology specialists to identify, develop, and promote MPB/PBS programming that expands access and provides supplemental support for instruction of science and technology. The STEAM specialist will also collaborate with the MDE Fine and Performing Arts specialists to infuse the arts into the science programming.The STEAM specialist will plan and develop innovative STEAM programming/enhancement aligned to the MDE Mississippi College and Career Readiness Standards to support teachers with resources to engage and inspire students through integrated approaches. An understanding of strategies for developing high quality programming aligned to MDE's MCCRS through a broad range of multimedia methods will be mandatory. This specialist will collaborate with the Early Childhood specialist to follow Developmentally Appropriate Practices for foundational STEAM concepts. Programming will expand through facilitation of education and youth development curriculum specifically related to upper elementary, middle school and high school that includes but is not limited to college preparation, financial literacy, science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM), career exploration and health and wellness.M-F Equal Opportunity Employer
What you'll need to be Successful: Strong written and oral communications • Expertise in education • Exercise extreme attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications: Typically requires a relevant Bachelor's Degree and 3+ years of experience. Jobs in this family develop Educational programs, including ETV. Agency preferred qualifications:A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEAM) instructional area preferred; (AND) a minimum of three (3) years of experience related to the described duties. Must be licensed and/or certified by an accredited licensing agency such as the Mississippi Department of Education in a STEAM area.Successful experience teaching science in elementary, middle level, or high school coursework is essential.
Characteristics of Work
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Minimum Qualifications
Typically requires a relevant Bachelor's Degree and 3+ years of experience. Jobs in this family develop Educational programs, including ETV.
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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What is the highest level of education (or semester hours of college) you have completed from an accredited four-year college or university?
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How many years of experience do you have?
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Location : 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 9335-0247-20240102HS
Department: 0247 - EDUCATIONAL TELEVISION AUTHORITY
Opening Date: 01/02/2024
Closing Date: 1/5/2024 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary: $50,000.00
Agency Maximum Salary: $55,000.00
About the Agency: Mississippi Public Broadcasting is a trusted multimedia organization that educates, enlightens and entertains Mississippians. As the only statewide radio and television broadcast network, MPB connects Mississippi households and communities.MPB programming focuses on the people, resources and attractions that reflect Mississippi's unique culture and diverse heritage. Children's educational television programs constitute a major portion of the daytime and weekend morning schedules.MPB provides a valuable resource to Mississippians in disseminating information as part of the state's emergency preparedness and response system. Every weekday, MPB News produces 11 newscasts dedicated to Mississippi stories.In 2015, MPB launched the latest iteration of the MPB Public Media App. With live stream, on-demand episodes of both radio and television favorites and the latest from MPB news, the MPB App provides listeners and viewers with a way to stay connected, no matter where in the world they may be.MPB reaches over 50,000 people a day through various social media channels, including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram. MPB's social channels provide information, news and entertainment around the clock, even in emergency situations.Questions about this position can be e-mailed to careers@mpbonline.org.
About the Position: MPB is looking for a person to act as the Specialist for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math (STEAM) in its Education Division. This role will be the MPB liaison with the MDE science and technology specialists to identify, develop, and promote MPB/PBS programming that expands access and provides supplemental support for instruction of science and technology. The STEAM specialist will also collaborate with the MDE Fine and Performing Arts specialists to infuse the arts into the science programming.The STEAM specialist will plan and develop innovative STEAM programming/enhancement aligned to the MDE Mississippi College and Career Readiness Standards to support teachers with resources to engage and inspire students through integrated approaches. An understanding of strategies for developing high quality programming aligned to MDE's MCCRS through a broad range of multimedia methods will be mandatory. This specialist will collaborate with the Early Childhood specialist to follow Developmentally Appropriate Practices for foundational STEAM concepts. Programming will expand through facilitation of education and youth development curriculum specifically related to upper elementary, middle school and high school that includes but is not limited to college preparation, financial literacy, science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM), career exploration and health and wellness.M-F Equal Opportunity Employer
What you'll need to be Successful: Strong written and oral communications • Expertise in education • Exercise extreme attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications: Typically requires a relevant Bachelor's Degree and 3+ years of experience. Jobs in this family develop Educational programs, including ETV. Agency preferred qualifications:A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEAM) instructional area preferred; (AND) a minimum of three (3) years of experience related to the described duties. Must be licensed and/or certified by an accredited licensing agency such as the Mississippi Department of Education in a STEAM area.Successful experience teaching science in elementary, middle level, or high school coursework is essential.
Characteristics of Work
See for information regarding this classifications
Minimum Qualifications
Typically requires a relevant Bachelor's Degree and 3+ years of experience. Jobs in this family develop Educational programs, including ETV.
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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What is the highest level of education (or semester hours of college) you have completed from an accredited four-year college or university?
- None
- GED / High School
- 1 year / 30 semester hours
- Associate's Degree / 2 years / 60 semester hours
- 3 years / 90 semester hours
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Specialist's Degree
- Doctorate's Degree
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How many years of experience do you have?
- None
- 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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