Licensure Investigator I
Salary
$24,023.49 - $32,792.06 Annually
Location
25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
9748-0842-20260609HND1
Department
0842 - PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS & LAND SURVEYORS
Opening Date
06/11/2026
Closing Date
6/26/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary
$24,023.49
Agency Maximum Salary
$32,792.06
About the Agency
The Mississippi Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Surveyors is charged with operating the licensure process for Professional Engineers and Professional Surveyors in the State of Mississippi. The Board also completes investigation and disciplinary review of violations among those licensed to practice engineering and surveying in the state.
About the Position
This position is with the Mississippi Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Surveyors and is located in Hinds County. The official MSPB classification title is Investigator I. The working title for this position is Licensure Investigator I. The incumbent will perform investigative support work related to licensure, compliance, disciplinary matters, and enforcement activities involving professional engineers and professional surveyors licensed or seeking licensure in the State of Mississippi. Duties include researching and reviewing applicant or licensee information, assisting with background checks, gathering and organizing documentation, maintaining investigative and disciplinary records, and supporting the preparation of disciplinary complaints, consent orders, affidavits, and related legal documents. The incumbent will work with agency leadership, legal counsel, Board members, licensees, applicants, attorneys, other state boards, and law enforcement or regulatory partners as needed. The position requires strong communication, organization, attention to detail, ethical judgment, and the ability to learn and apply statutes, rules, and regulations governing engineering and surveying licensure.
What youll need to be Successful
To be successful in this position, the applicant should have strong communication, organization, time management, research, and documentation skills. The successful candidate should demonstrate good ethical judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to learn, understand, and apply statutes, rules, regulations, and procedures related to professional licensure and disciplinary matters. Working knowledge of the legal profession, regulatory processes, investigative practices, or paralegal support functions is preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree and 0-2 years of investigative experience; or High school or high school equivalency and 3-4 years of experience. Hiring agency's preferred qualifications: The hiring agency prefers applicants with experience working in a legal capacity, regulatory environment, professional licensing agency, investigative setting, or related administrative compliance role. Preference may also be given to applicants with paralegal experience or working knowledge of legal documents, disciplinary processes, public records research, case file management, and regulatory compliance.
Characteristics of Work
This is investigative work involving the review, research, documentation, and coordination of compliance and disciplinary matters for a professional licensing board. The incumbent assists with investigations, background checks, continuing education audits, legal and disciplinary records, and communication with applicants, licensees, attorneys, Board members, and other regulatory entities. Work includes gathering information, organizing case materials, preparing documentation, and applying applicable statutes, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Examples of Work
Examples of work include conducting investigations by phone, correspondence, email, or in person; gathering, reviewing, and organizing supporting documentation; researching legal, licensing, disciplinary, or compliance issues; performing background checks and related research on applicants or licensees; assisting agency legal counsel with disciplinary complaints, consent orders, affidavits, and follow-up documentation; conducting continuing education compliance audits; maintaining legal and disciplinary records; documenting receipt of fines and compliance with penalties; maintaining disciplinary case lists and status updates; communicating with Board members, attorneys, applicants, licensees, investigators, and other agencies; updating the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) database with disciplinary actions; attending meetings or training events as directed; assisting with internal data management; and performing related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree and 0-2 years of investigative experience;
or
High school or high school equivalency and 3-4 years of experience.
Essential Functions
Essential functions include conducting and supporting licensure-related investigations; reviewing and researching applicant, licensee, legal, disciplinary, and compliance information; gathering, organizing, and maintaining investigative records and documentation; assisting with background checks and continuing education compliance audits; preparing or assisting with disciplinary complaints, consent orders, affidavits, reports, correspondence, and case summaries; communicating with applicants, licensees, attorneys, Board members, agency staff, and other regulatory entities; interpreting and applying applicable statutes, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; maintaining disciplinary case files, tracking case status, and documenting compliance with penalties; updating applicable databases and records; attending required meetings or training events; maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards; and performing related investigative and administrative duties as assigned.
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 investigative experience do you have? (Refer to the job posting for an explanation of related experience.)
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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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What is the highest level of education (or semester hours of college) you have completed in a relevant area? (Refer to job posting for an explanation of relevant education.)
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Do you have a working knowledge of the legal profession and / or a background as a paralegal?
Required Question
Employer State of Mississippi
Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201
Phone 601-359-1406
601-359-1406