Law Enforcement Officer III (Degree)

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Law Enforcement Officer III (Degree)

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Law Enforcement Officer III (Degree)

Salary

$52,167.67 - $64,735.33 Annually

Location

30 - JACKSON COUNTY, MS

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

9622-0553-20260806Jn

Department

0553 - CORR-COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS

Opening Date

08/07/2026

Closing Date

8/17/2026 11:59 PM Central

Agency Minimum Salary

$52,167.67

Agency Maximum Salary

$64,735.33

About the Agency

The MS Department of Corrections (MDOC) is a professional agency that adheres to the values of integrity, honesty and openness in all of its practices. MDOC actively recruits quality candidates who share in the vision that the safety of the public is of paramount importance and fundamental to the agency's mission. For more information contact the Human Resources Department at mdocrecruitment@mdoc.state.ms.us.

About the Position

Advanced level specialized law enforcement position serving as a lead officer who is responsible for patrolling and enforcing relevant laws within their jurisdiction. In addition, work involves assisting in the interview process of suspects and witnesses and assisting other law enforcement agencies and/or municipalities when necessary. Additionally, may be responsible for testifying in court cases regarding violations. This level is assigned full scope of lead work to include assisting in the orientation of new employees; giving direction to workers concerning work procedures; communicating, monitoring, and reviewing work in conformance to established standards of performance; and providing an informal assessment of workers' to the supervisor. Additionally, this position will maintain supervision for the 17th Judicial District for Desoto County Circuit Drug Court and Intervention Program for ISP and supervise a caseload of 40 to 60 offenders.

What you'll need to be Successful

To be successful in this position you will need to be highly organized, pay close attention to detail, and be able to meet deadlines.
Applicant must have ability to successfully complete the Mississippi Law Enforcement Officers Training Program as mandated by Mississippi Code Annotated, 1972, Section 47-7-9 (b) (2015) as amended.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires 60 semester hours of college, possession of a State of Mississippi Law Enforcement Professional Certification and 4-6 years of experience in law enforcement. Agency preferred qualifications:
In all cases, the applicant must have successfully completed the Mississippi Law Enforcement Officers Training Program as mandated by Mississippi Code Annotated, 1972, Section 47-7-9 (b) (2015) as amended.

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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 provides annual benefits for certain services with first-dollar coverage with no deductible. Life InsuranceAll eligible employees r