Job Details

Salary: $36,624.00 - $49,991.76 Annually
Location : 34 - JONES COUNTY, MS
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 9618-0373-#######7jo
Department: 0373 - MH-ELLISVILLE STATE SCHOOL
Opening Date: 04/17/2025
Closing Date: 4/25/2025 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary: $36,624.00
Agency Maximum Salary: $49,991.76
About the Agency: Ellisville State School is a state operated regional program providing comprehensive services to persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our mission is to enrich the lives of persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities by providing a foundation of independence and empowerment to reach for their tomorrow and make a difference in the world today. Agency contact information Human Resources at (601) ###-####.
About the Position: Duties will be to issue visitor passes at the front gate, assist staff with persons acting aggressive; check buildings after hours and make rounds on campus and properties located off campus. Officer will help provide a safe environment for the employees and persons served by Ellisville State School; Manage the security activities on his/her shift (includes reports, campus rounds, inspections, communications and handling unplanned incidents); responsible for transporting persons and employees to work areas as needed; responsible for making post office and bank routes Monday-Friday. Handle staff and visitor disturbances and ensure front gate is monitored at all times; Patrol the grounds on and off campus (check state homes, group homes and make sure campground is secure); check buildings on campus including residential dormitories; must participate in monthly and yearly inservices as required and other duties as assigned. Applicant must have a valid Mississippi Drivers License and a safe driving record as outlined in the Ellisville State School Safety Manual. Schedule is 2 pm - 10:30 pm Sunday - Thursday.
What you'll need to be Successful: Efficient organizational and time management skills. Good oral and written communication skills. Positive work morale. Ability to be flexible in thinking and problem solving. Realistic expectations about the difficulty and challenges of the work. Ability to handle an often-unpredictable work environment.
Preferred Qualifications: Typically requires possession of a State of Mississippi Law Enforcement Professional Certification and 1-2 year of experience in law enforcement.

Characteristics of Work

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Health/Prescription InsuranceEligible 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 LeaveFull-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
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.###.####.
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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What is the highest level of education (or semester hours of college) you have completed?

• None
• GED or High School Equivalency Diploma / High School Diploma
• 30 semester hours
• Associate's Degree / 60 semester hours
• 90 semester hours
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Specialist Degree
• Doctorate Degree

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How many years of relevant experience do you have? (Refer to the job posting for an explanation of relevant experience.)

• No experience
• 1 year of experience
• 2 years of experience
• 3 years of experience
• 4 years of experience
• 5 years of experience
• 6 years of experience
• 7 years of experience
• 8 years of experience
• 9 years of experience
• 10 years of experience
• More than 10 years

03

Do you possess a State of Mississippi Law Enforcement Professional Certification?

• Yes
• No

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