Education Program Development Team Lead

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Education Program Development Team Lead

Salary

$56,345.82 - $87,141.35 Annually

Location

25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

9336-0201-20260722HS

Department

0201 - EDUCATION - CONSOLIDATED PROGRAM

Opening Date

07/23/2026

Closing Date

8/7/2026 11:59 PM Central

Agency Minimum Salary

$56,345.82

Agency Maximum Salary

$87,141.35

About the Agency

The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) seeks to create a world-class educational system that gives students the knowledge and skills to be successful in college and in the workforce, and to flourish as parents and citizens. To inquire about this position, please contact Debra Holt at dholt@mdek12.org.

About the Position

This is a NON-STATE-TIME LIMITED position. The federal funds Office Coordinator will support the Office of Early Childhood by providing daily administrative support and fiscal management for the federal funds OEC receives. The Office Coordinator will be responsible for processing grant funds requests, processing payroll and travel reimbursements, managing budgets, operating in the online state accounting system, creating detailed explanations of expenditures, and managing equipment inventory. The office coordinator must also effectively communicate with all stakeholders.

What you'll need to be Successful

The ability to develop and implement office procedural guidelines. Expertise in fiscal management. The ability to follow accounting procedures for reporting. The ability to accurately document and justify expenditures. The ability to compare data and estimate for future fiscal demands. An understanding of the state legal parameters and guidelines for spending allocations. The ability to improve procedures and day-to- day operations and to meet strict deadlines. Exceptional writing and organization skills, including close attention to detail. Fluent and accurate skills for data entry in Excel/Word/PowerPoint (email, spreadsheets, and databases). The ability to take direction, advice, and feedback, from leadership in professional manner. The ability to build rapport and team morale. The ability to effectively and accurately communication with stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a relevant Master's Degree, may require certification, and 4+ years of experience. Hiring agency preference will be given to those with:
Master's Degree, may require certification, and 4+ years of experience.
Bachelor's degree or higher in Finance, Accounting and/or Management.
Five (5) years of experience in fiscal and grant management.
Three (3) years of experience with managing multiple budgets.
Three (3) years of experience in office coordination.

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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 BenefitsEmployees are eligible for a wellness and health promotion program. This plan prov