Deputy Administrators - Tier II
Salary
$74,308.36 - $93,566.25 Annually
Location
64 - SIMPSON COUNTY, MS
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
9995-0381-20260723SI
Department
0381 - MH-BOSWELL REGIONAL CENTER
Opening Date
07/23/2026
Closing Date
8/4/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary
$74,308.36
Agency Maximum Salary
$93,566.25
Preferred Qualifications
Experience/Education Requirements: Nursing home administrator license preferred.
About the Agency
BRC is an intermediate care facility for adults aged 21 and over. Our program is operated under the Mississippi Department of Mental Health. This position will be located at Ridgeview in Magee, MS. For more information regarding this position, please contact HR at 601-867-5000 ext. 75079 or 75098.
About the Position
The Deputy Administrator Tier II assists the Facility Director in the overall management, operation, and administration of an Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) facility. This position provides leadership and oversight to ensure quality services, regulatory compliance, fiscal accountability, staff development, and the health, safety, and welfare of individuals served. The Deputy Administrator serves as the Administrator in the Administrators absence and is responsible for coordinating daily operations across multiple program areas. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Assists in planning, directing, coordinating, and evaluating all facility operations and programs. • Ensure services are provided in accordance with Department of Mental Health policies, state and federal regulations, accreditation standards, and applicable laws. • Provides direct supervision and leadership to department managers and professional staff. • Assists in the development, implementation, and monitoring of facility goals, objectives, policies, and procedures. • Monitors quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives to ensure high-quality care and services. • Reviews incident reports, investigations, corrective action plans, and risk management activities. • Participates in budget planning, fiscal management, and resource allocation. • Assists with staffing plans, recruitment, retention, employee development, and succession planning. • Ensures compliance with health, safety, environmental, and emergency preparedness standards. • Coordinates with medical, nursing, behavioral, therapeutic, and support service departments to ensure integrated service delivery. • Represents the facility in meetings with community organizations, advocacy groups, regulatory agencies, families, and stakeholders. • Participates in strategic planning and organizational development initiatives. • Responds to emergencies and critical incidents as needed. • Serve as Acting Administrator during the absence of the Facility Administrator. • Performs other duties as assigned.
What youll need to be Successful
The candidiate should possess strong leadership skills and demonstrate the ability to effectively manage multiple departments while fostering a culture of accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement. Candidates should have the ability to build collaborative relationships with staff, individuals receiving services, families, regulatory agencies, and community partners.
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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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How many years of related experience do you have? (refer to the job posting for an explanation of related experience)
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What is the highest level of education (or semester hours of college) you have completed?
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Do you possess a Nursing Home Administrator License?
Required Question
Employer State of Mississippi
Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201
Phone 601-359-1406
601-359-1406