Human Resources Administrative Assistant
Salary
$26,185.60 - $44,679.18 Annually
Location
38 - LAUDERDALE COUNTY, MS
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
9454-0372-20260605L
Department
0372 - MH-EAST MS STATE HOSPITAL
Opening Date
06/05/2026
Closing Date
6/11/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary
$26,185.60
Agency Maximum Salary
$44,679.18
About the Agency
East Mississippi State Hospital is a state-operated healthcare facility under the Mississippi Department of Mental Health, providing comprehensive inpatient psychiatric, residential, and long-term care services to individuals across the region. EMSH serves a diverse population through a multidisciplinary approach that emphasizes safety, quality care, recovery-focused treatment, and person-centered support. In addition to its psychiatric services, EMSH operates multiple specialized programs and nursing home services across its campuses to meet a broad range of clinical and operational needs. EMSH is committed to delivering high-quality care while maintaining compliance with applicable state, federal, and accreditation standards.
About the Position
This position is accountable for administrative work performing various phases of the Human Resources program with a distinct level of technical proficiency. Employees at this level exercise independent judgement regarding procedures, rules, and regulations as they affect programmatic areas such as recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, employee evaluation, and other human resources services. The incumbent generally provides assistance to administrators, managers, supervisors, and non-management employees on questions or problems regarding general human resources administration.
What youll need to be Successful
To be successful as an HR Assistant, the employee must demonstrate strong attention to detail, professionalism, and the ability to handle a high volume of human resources tasks with accuracy and confidentiality. Success in this role requires a solid understanding of HR policies and procedures, strong organizational and time management skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with employees, supervisors, and leadership at all levels. The HR Assistant must be able to exercise sound judgment, provide courteous and responsive service, maintain accurate records, and support recruitment, personnel transactions, and other HR functions in a timely and dependable manner. In a hospital setting, success also requires discretion, adaptability, and a commitment to supporting the overall mission of the Human Resources Department through efficient, service-focused work.
Preferred Qualifications
Typically requires a High School Diploma or high school equivalency and 2-4 years of experience.
Characteristics of Work
See MSPB Careers for information regarding this classifications
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