| Location | Jackson, MS |
| Salary | $56,345.82–$87,141.35 Per Year |
Program Specialist Team Leader
Salary
$56,345.82 - $87,141.35 Annually
Location
25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
9064-0301-20261109Hs
Department
0301 - HEALTH BOARD
Opening Date
11/09/2026
Closing Date
11/16/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary
$56,345.82
Agency Maximum Salary
$87,141.35
About the Agency
The Mississippi State Department of Health's mission is to protect and advance the health, well-being, and safety of everyone in Mississippi. Questions about this position can be directed to recruitment@msdh.ms.gov.
About the Position
The Program Operational Lead/Managing Dental Hygienist will provide overall administrative and operational leadership for the Oral Health Program; will provide administrative supervision, mentoring, training, and evaluation of dental hygienists and other assigned program staff in collaboration with a supervising dentist; coordinate staff assignments, schedules, workloads, onboarding, and professional development; ensure consistent implementation of oral health services, including screenings, sealant programs, fluoride varnish activities, education, and prevention initiatives; assist supervising dentist in overseeing clinical quality assurance, infection-control practices, documentation standards, and compliance with applicable professional and state requirements; develop, implement, and monitor program policies, procedures, work plans, and quality-improvement activities; coordinate community- and school-based oral health initiatives and statewide outreach activities; manage and monitor grant-funded projects, deliverables, reporting requirements, and performance measures; identify federal and other funding opportunities and assist with preparation of grant applications; monitor program budgets, expenditures, contracts, and subgrants in coordination with agency fiscal staff; collect, review, and use program data to assess performance, guide priorities, and support program improvement; prepare required programmatic, fiscal, and performance reports; coordinate partnerships with schools, dental providers, healthcare organizations, community organizations, local health systems, and other stakeholders; serve as the primary operational point of contact between program staff, agency leadership, partners, and the supervising/contractual dentist; support integration of oral health activities with maternal, child, adolescent, adult, chronic disease, rural health, and other population-health programs; ensure program activities remain aligned with agency priorities, grant requirements, professional standards, and public health best practices; support hiring, staff development, performance management, and other administrative supervisory functions; promote effective deployment of program resources to improve access to preventive oral health services, particularly for underserved populations.
What youll need to be Successful
Ability to lead multidisciplinary partnerships and manage statewide public health initiatives.
Preferred Qualifications
Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and 5-7 years of experience. Agency preferred qualifications: The candidate will be experienced in oral health professional with demonstrated program leadership, fiscal, grant, and quality-assurance experience.
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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