Government Asset Specialist

Government Asset Specialist

State of Mississippi | New town County, MS. Full‑time, salary range $28,542.30—$41,539.11 annually.

The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) oversees a vast property inventory. The incumbent manages the acquisition, accountability, assignment, maintenance, and disposal of assets. Work includes coding property for distribution, designating disposal of damaged or excess items, establishing and maintaining property records, conducting annual inventories, reporting discrepancies, and auditing property for accuracy and compliance.

• Acquire, code, and assign assets for distribution.
• Maintain accurate property records and accountability.
• Conduct annual inventories and report discrepancies.
• Audit property to verify identity, location, description, and audit reports.

• Knowledge of asset‑management principles, inventory control, and compliance standards.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and asset‑management systems.
• Strong organizational skills and accuracy in preparing management‑system reports.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Public Administration, or a related field; alternatively, high school diploma or equivalent with 4‑6 years of experience.
• Experience in government or transportation asset management and familiarity with state procurement and disposal regulations.

Mississippi Department of Transportation, 210 East Capitol Street,
Suite 800, Jackson, Mississippi 39201.

Job Number: 9019‑0941‑N | Classification: 0941 – Transportation. Opening Date: 02/11/2026, closing 02/26/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (U.S. & Canada).

State of Mississippi is an equal‑opportunity employer. Equal‑employment‑opportunity statements required.