Admin Support Assistant IV
Salary
$33,780.95 - $38,960.25 Annually
Location
25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
9025-0331-20260615Hs
Department
0331 - DRS-OFFICE OF VOC REHABILITATION
Opening Date
06/15/2026
Closing Date
6/26/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary
$33,780.95
Agency Maximum Salary
$38,960.25
About the Agency
The Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services (MDRS) is a state agency dedicated to helping Mississippians with disabilities to 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 to 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
This position is with the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation and is administrative work performing a variety of important administrative duties in developing and carrying out support service functions within the District. Examples of work performed in this classification include, but are not limited to, the following: • Performs administrative tasks including preparing reports, maintaining general accounts, and processing other departmental paperwork. • Performs District caseload support services such as creating, maintaining, and reviewing technical case management forms and files for accuracy utilizing the electronic case management system • Drafts and/or types correspondence. • Receives and distributes mail. • Retrieves and updates information • Maintains calendar of events and manager's itineraries • Maintains department files and records. • Organizes and schedules meetings. • Prepares and disseminates written and verbal information on projects/programs. • Reviews the work of staff for quality and accuracy. • Prepares and/or generates reports. • Processes requests and requisitions. • Prepares and maintains financial documents • Prepares financial and statistical records and reports; • Documents communication with service providers and consumers; • Compiles data for reports either manually or through electronic means • Prepares, reviews and ensures accuracy of reports on monitored services • Completes additional duties as assigned. • Assists the Rehabilitation Specialist through the collection, coordination, and verification of case data; • Follows Vocational Rehabilitation fiscal policies, procedures, fee schedules and best business practices to initiate, track, and monitor consumer purchasing processes; • Prepares financial and statistical records and reports; • Prepares forms for referrals to for evaluations; • Completes case documentation which includes filing consumer information and agency documents in appropriate files; • Transcribes correspondence to consumers under the direction of the Rehabilitation Specialist; • Schedules consumer appointments and authorizes necessary medical diagnostic examinations;
What youll need to be Successful
Basic understanding of Microsoft Office suite; Experience with case management support functions; Ability to work as a team member and meet deadlines; Ability to maintain confidentiality; Ability to manage priorities within time constraints; Ability to analyze and interpret complex financial data; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and coordinate work in an independent manner to achieve goals; Ability to interpret and follow complex policies and procedures.
Preferred Qualifications
Typically requires High School Diploma or equivalent and 3-5 years of experience. Agency preferred qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent and at least three (3) years of full-time clerical and/or administrative work.
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Health/Prescription Insurance
Eligible 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 Leave
Full-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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Employer State of Mississippi
Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201
Phone 601-359-1406
601-359-1406