Project Manager II

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Project Manager II

Salary

$56,345.82 - $59,163.11 Annually

Location

25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

9069-0411-20260720HS

Department

0411 - MDA-MISSISSIPPI DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

Opening Date

07/20/2026

Closing Date

8/3/2026 11:59 PM Central

Agency Minimum Salary

$56,345.82

Agency Maximum Salary

$59,163.11

About the Agency

The Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) is the state's lead economic and community development agency. MDA recruits new companies to Mississippi, helps existing companies expand and provides support to foster growth and new opportunities in a variety of areas, including energy, small and minority business, trade, film, retiree recruitment and more. Additionally, MDA attracts millions of visitors to the state each year through Visit Mississippi, the tourism division of the agency. MDA also supports pass-through funding and provides support for a variety of grant programs and non-profits, such as Innovate Mississippi and Mississippi Main Street Association.

About the Position

The Contracts Administration Manager, officially classified as a Project Manager II, supports the Accounting and Finance Division through the administration, review, and monitoring of agency contracts, leases, and related procurement activities. This position assists in maintaining effective internal controls, supporting proper segregation of duties, and ensuring accurate and timely processing of contract-related matters. Work requires strong analytical and reasoning skills, attention to detail, and the ability to exercise sound business judgment when coordinating with internal staff and external control agencies.

Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Prepare, review, manage, and monitor Mississippi Development Authority contracts and leases to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely processing.
• Serve as the primary liaison between MDA and applicable control agencies regarding contract and lease matters.
• Coordinate and oversee competitive procurement activities related to contracts and leases.
• Maintain and update the agency's contract tracking database to support accurate records, reporting, and internal controls.
• Process, review, and track budget adjustments in accordance with applicable agency procedures.
• Review and approve agency payments in MAGIC, as assigned, to support proper financial processing and accountability.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support the operational needs of the Accounting and Finance Division.

What you'll need to be Successful

Knowledge of agencies contracts and leases. Excellent time-management, organizational and problem-solving skills. Strong reasoning skills, analytical capabilities, and sound business judgment. Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of experience. Agency prefers:
Education and Experience Requirements:
Education: Bachelor's degree required, preferably in a related field such as business or accounting.
Experience: Typically requires two to four years of relevant experience. Preference may be given to applicants w