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Form of workSalary: $55,000.00 Annually
Location : 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 9068-0291-20231025Hs
Department: 0291 - COMMUNITY AND JUNIOR COLLEGES BOARD
Opening Date: 10/31/2023
Closing Date: 11/30/2023 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary: $55,000.00
Agency Maximum Salary: $55,000.00
About the Agency: The primary function of the Agency is to properly administer and disburse funds to Mississippi's community colleges as appropriated to it by the Legislature in accordance with state laws, regulations, and established procedures in a business-like manner.
About the Position: The Program Specialist for Postsecondary Student Organizations is a full-time position within the Division for Postsecondary Student Organizations. The incumbent is responsible for providing support related to the planning, development, implementation, and monitoring of Postsecondary Student Organizations professional development opportunities. The incumbent will assist with developing and providing resources to faculty, staff, administrators, students, and selected partners. Work is subject to review by the Director of Postsecondary Student Organizations, to whom the incumbent reports.Examples of Work: The following responsibilities are intended only as examples of the various tasks performed by the incumbent in this position. These examples are not meant to be exhaustive; they are representative of the general functions of this position. 1. Supports the Assistant Director with developing, delivering, and monitoring training related to Student Organizations; 2. Stays abreast of Student Organizations' policies and procedures updates and maintain an up-to-date portfolio for each organization; 3. Assists with planning collaboration meetings to ensure fall, state, and national conferences provide meaningful experiences for students and advisers; 4. Attends fall, state, and national conferences to provide support to State Directors, Local Chapter Advisers, and students as needed; 5. Serves as a liaison with internal and external constituencies on all matters relating to Student Organizations activities; 6. Represents the MCCB with respect to Student Organizations activities on a local, regional, and/or national basis; 7. Creates, produces, and delivers a range of promotional, educational, and informational presentations, and/or resource materials related to student organization activities and initiatives. 8. Participates in meetings, vendor calls, workshops and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions; 9. Sends and retrieves information and documents via Canvas for all student organization courses; 10. Provides administrative support for the Division of Postsecondary Student Organization such as coordinating travel arrangements, preparing purchase requisitions, coordinating meetings and events, and maintaining files; 11. Utilizes computer applications or other automated systems such as spreadsheets, word processing, presentation software, database software, and agency forms to perform work assignments; 12. Represents MCCB in professional attire, demeanor, and daily discharge of duties.; 13. Serves as a proctor for competitive event testing for Student Organizations as needed.
What you'll need to be Successful: A positive attitude and an understanding of the agency's responsibilities and duties is very important. Organizational skills, promptness, and serving in a reliable manner are essential attributes to success in this position.
Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and Google Suite (i.e. Google Docs, Sheets, Slides). Experience creating digital and print content.
Characteristics of Work
See for information regarding this classifications
Minimum Qualifications
Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and 0-2 years of experience.
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?
02
How many years of relevant experience do you have?
03
Are you proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)?
04
Are you proficient in Google Suite (i.e. Google Docs, Sheets, Slides)?
05
Do you have experience creating digital and print content?
06
Do have the ability to work independently or in a team-based, collaborative settings?
07
Do you have excellent oral and written communication skills?
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Do you have excellent organizational and interpersonal skills and the ability to multi-task?
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Location : 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 9068-0291-20231025Hs
Department: 0291 - COMMUNITY AND JUNIOR COLLEGES BOARD
Opening Date: 10/31/2023
Closing Date: 11/30/2023 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary: $55,000.00
Agency Maximum Salary: $55,000.00
About the Agency: The primary function of the Agency is to properly administer and disburse funds to Mississippi's community colleges as appropriated to it by the Legislature in accordance with state laws, regulations, and established procedures in a business-like manner.
About the Position: The Program Specialist for Postsecondary Student Organizations is a full-time position within the Division for Postsecondary Student Organizations. The incumbent is responsible for providing support related to the planning, development, implementation, and monitoring of Postsecondary Student Organizations professional development opportunities. The incumbent will assist with developing and providing resources to faculty, staff, administrators, students, and selected partners. Work is subject to review by the Director of Postsecondary Student Organizations, to whom the incumbent reports.Examples of Work: The following responsibilities are intended only as examples of the various tasks performed by the incumbent in this position. These examples are not meant to be exhaustive; they are representative of the general functions of this position. 1. Supports the Assistant Director with developing, delivering, and monitoring training related to Student Organizations; 2. Stays abreast of Student Organizations' policies and procedures updates and maintain an up-to-date portfolio for each organization; 3. Assists with planning collaboration meetings to ensure fall, state, and national conferences provide meaningful experiences for students and advisers; 4. Attends fall, state, and national conferences to provide support to State Directors, Local Chapter Advisers, and students as needed; 5. Serves as a liaison with internal and external constituencies on all matters relating to Student Organizations activities; 6. Represents the MCCB with respect to Student Organizations activities on a local, regional, and/or national basis; 7. Creates, produces, and delivers a range of promotional, educational, and informational presentations, and/or resource materials related to student organization activities and initiatives. 8. Participates in meetings, vendor calls, workshops and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions; 9. Sends and retrieves information and documents via Canvas for all student organization courses; 10. Provides administrative support for the Division of Postsecondary Student Organization such as coordinating travel arrangements, preparing purchase requisitions, coordinating meetings and events, and maintaining files; 11. Utilizes computer applications or other automated systems such as spreadsheets, word processing, presentation software, database software, and agency forms to perform work assignments; 12. Represents MCCB in professional attire, demeanor, and daily discharge of duties.; 13. Serves as a proctor for competitive event testing for Student Organizations as needed.
What you'll need to be Successful: A positive attitude and an understanding of the agency's responsibilities and duties is very important. Organizational skills, promptness, and serving in a reliable manner are essential attributes to success in this position.
Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and Google Suite (i.e. Google Docs, Sheets, Slides). Experience creating digital and print content.
Characteristics of Work
See for information regarding this classifications
Minimum Qualifications
Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and 0-2 years of experience.
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 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's Degree
- Doctorate's Degree
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How many years of relevant 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
03
Are you proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)?
- Yes
- No
04
Are you proficient in Google Suite (i.e. Google Docs, Sheets, Slides)?
- Yes
- No
05
Do you have experience creating digital and print content?
- Yes
- No
06
Do have the ability to work independently or in a team-based, collaborative settings?
- Yes
- No
07
Do you have excellent oral and written communication skills?
- Yes
- No
08
Do you have excellent organizational and interpersonal skills and the ability to multi-task?
- Yes
- No
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