Job Details

Salary: $43,509.31 - $47,860.24 Annually
Location: 24 - HARRISON COUNTY, MS
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 9432-0450-#######4harr
Department: 0450 - MARINE RESOURCES
Opening Date: 03/17/2025
Closing Date: 4/4/2025 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary: $43,509.31
Agency Maximum Salary: $47,860.24

About the Agency: Located on the Mississippi Gulf Coast in Biloxi, the MDMR manages all marine life, public trust wetlands, adjacent uplands and waterfront areas to provide optimal commercial, recreational, educational and economical uses of these resources that are consistent with environmental concerns and social changes. Our mission is to enhance, protect and conserve the state's marine interests.

About the Position: This position will serve as part of the Grants Management Bureau team which is responsible for overseeing grant compliance. The candidate will be responsible for reviewing new grant submissions for completeness and consistency with MDMR goals and mission, have the ability to comply with grant requirements and will report financial performance of the grant. The position will work closely with program managers to develop financial aspects of grants for submission and monitor performance throughout the life of the grant. This position requires regular interaction with the office staff and will not be set-up for telework.

What you'll need to be Successful: Extensive knowledge in grants management, possess an understanding of basic accounting principles and concepts, accounts payable and budgeting. Coordinate and oversee various grants and must be able to handle the grant from inception until the grant is closed. This includes grant applications, submissions and amendments, budgeting, expense monitoring and revenue reimbursements. Must be detail oriented and have strong analytical skills to monitor these grants for grant compliance. Have experience working with Federal agencies and be knowledgeable in their requirements. Possess excellent organizational skills and be able to manage multiple priorities. Proficiency with MS Office and Excel is necessary to be successful in this position. Must be able to read, comprehend, interpret, and implement Federal and State regulations for grant compliance. Candidate should be a self-starter, be able to work independently and as a team. Advanced written and verbal communication skills are necessary.

Preferred Qualifications: Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree and 2-4 years of experience and/or appropriate certification.

Characteristics of Work:

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.

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.

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.

Deferred Compensation: State agencies offer several opportunities for their employees to participate in a deferred compensation voluntary retirement savings plan.

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.

Tuition Reimbursement: Many state agencies provide opportunities for their employees to achieve higher education through tuition reimbursement.

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.

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.