Program Specialist IV

Program Specialist IV (0219) – Office 25 – HINDS COUNTY, MS

State of Mississippi

$51,693.41 - $70,561.51 Annually

25 – HINDS COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

HS

0571 – DHS-YOUTH SERVICES

02/24/2026

3/3/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$51,693.41

$70,561.51

Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and 4-7 years of experience.

The Mississippi Department of Human Services is dedicated to serving others while providing a wide range of public assistance programs, social services, and support for children, low-income individuals and families. The agency seeks to empower families so they can become self-sufficient and responsible for their future success. This position is with the Division of Youth Services and will be located in HINDS.

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Senior-level Program Management and Support professional position accountable for directing, analyzing, and supervising the processes and activities of programs having statewide impact. Employees are responsible for managing a major program within a large agency. Major programs managed at this level are the largest in terms of size, scope, complexity, and impact on the state. Accountable for assessing progress of programmatic achievements;

identifying areas of weakness which may adversely affect operating, supportive, and service delivery capabilities; and interacting and/or consulting with a variety of individuals which includes agency personnel, state and local officials, other state agencies, outside professionals, and/or the general public. At this level, employees exercise administrative control over the activities of the program team. This position is responsible for overseeing all therapeutic recreational activities and services provided to youth at Oakley Youth Development Center (OYDC).

The role also includes managing and maintaining the daily master schedule to ensure structured, engaging, and developmentally appropriate programming for our youth.

Excellent Communication Skills, Ability to Conduct Oneself in an Ethical Manner, Excellent Interpersonal Skills, Ability to Adapt Quickly, Ability to maintain confidentiality, and an Advocate for Children.

Address: 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201