Program Specialist III

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Program Specialist III

Salary

$43,509.31 - $65,329.23 Annually

Location

25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

9062-0301-20260309hind

Department

0301 - HEALTH BOARD

Opening Date

04/07/2026

Closing Date

4/21/2026 11:59 PM Central

Agency Minimum Salary

$43,509.31

Agency Maximum Salary

$65,329.23

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of experience.

About the Agency

The Mississippi State Department of Health's mission is to protect and advance the health, well-being, and safety of everyone in Mississippi. Questions about this position can be directed to recruitment@msdh.ms.gov.

About the Position

**This is a non-state service (NS14), time-limited position. ** Seasoned professional position accountable for researching, consulting, planning, promoting, implementing, and evaluating oral health program service and grant activities pertaining to oral health screening and education in senior living facilities throughout the state. Applicants must conduct impact analysis of the senior oral health program, considering the environmental influences on public health outcomes, to inform public health strategies for preventing and controlling oral health problems and to guide policy, laws, and regulations to address this issue.
The applicant will also be accountable for supporting health program teams through dental care coordination. As the dental care coordinator, the applicant will act as a liaison between patients and dentists. General knowledgeable of the different state dental insurance plans to ensure a smooth and informed experience for patients is preferable. A high degree of confidentiality is essential in the execution of assigned duties.
Applicants should have a health or science-related background and the ability to conduct basic research and analysis (e.g. senior oral health outcomes (MS and national), audit of program effectiveness, etc.). They should be able to identify best practices and develop components of future programs for implementation. The applicant should also have grant writing skills and provide.

What you'll need to be Successful

Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Grant writing skills, Excellent organizational and time management skills. Some knowledge of dental terminology and procedures. Computer proficiency, including experience with Excel spreadsheets Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Some knowledge of dental insurance coverage that is accepted in MS.

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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 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. More detail can be found at Life Insurance Choices. Optional Insurance