| Location | Jackson, MS |
| Salary | $56,345.82–$84,603.25 Per Year |
Public Health Program Specialist Supervisor
Salary
$56,345.82 - $84,603.25 Annually
Location
25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
9598-0301-20261106HDS
Department
0301 - HEALTH BOARD
Opening Date
11/09/2026
Closing Date
11/19/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary
$56,345.82
Agency Maximum Salary
$84,603.25
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
This Non-State (X-16) position will provide programmatic, administrative, and operational leadership and oversight for Mississippi's statewide Early Intervention (EI) and Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) programs. Directs the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of services for infants and toddlers with developmental delays or disabilities and infants who are deaf or hard of hearing. Provides leadership and supervision for a multidisciplinary workforce that includes Early Intervention Regional Coordinators, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Coordinator, Program Specialists, Program Coordinators, Service Coordinators, and central office staff. Supervises subordinate supervisory staff and establishes performance expectations, assigns and monitors work, evaluates performance, promotes accountability, and ensures effective coordination of program activities throughout the state. Ensures program compliance with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, grant requirements, policies, procedures, and performance standards. Oversees federal and state reporting, program monitoring, corrective actions, data quality, program budgets and expenditures, contracts, provider agreements, invoices, procurement activities, and other programmatic, fiscal, and administrative functions. Directs the development and implementation of policies, procedures, guidance, training, quality improvement activities, and statewide initiatives. Monitors program performance, service delivery, and required deliverables; identifies operational, fiscal, data, and compliance concerns; develops appropriate solutions; and ensures timely implementation of corrective actions. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with families, healthcare providers, hospitals, audiologists, early intervention providers, state and federal agencies, universities, advisory councils, technical assistance providers, and other stakeholders. Represents the programs in meetings, workgroups, presentations, and other activities at the state and national levels.
What youll need to be Successful
The candidate should possess strong leadership, program management, and organizational skills, with the ability to independently lead a statewide public health program. Success in this position also requires the ability to build and sustain collaborative partnerships, communicate effectively with executive leadership and external stakeholders, analyze data to support informed decision-making, and proactively identify and resolve challenges.
Preferred Qualifications
Typically requires a Master's Degree, 7+ years of related experience, and 1-2 years of supervisory experience.
No available description
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 supervisory experience do you have?
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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?
Required Question
Employer State of Mississippi
Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201
Phone 601-359-1406
601-359-1406