Admin Support Team Leader
Salary
$45,000.00 - $53,000.00 Annually
Location
25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
9027-0371-20261008HDS
Department
0371 - MH-CENTRAL OFFICE
Opening Date
10/09/2026
Closing Date
10/23/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary
$45,000.00
Agency Maximum Salary
$53,000.00
About the Agency
The Mississippi Department of Mental Health (DMH) certifies, provides, and/or financially supports a network of services for people with mental illness, intellectual/developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders. This position is in the Mississippi Department of Mental Healths Central Office, which provides the overall statewide administrative functions for the programs and services that fall under the oversight of the agency. To inquire about this position, please contact MarQuaita Lampkin, Human Resource Director, at marquaita.lampkin@dmh.ms.gov
About the Position
This is a position in the MS Department of Mental Health's Central Office. This position will provide administrative support in the Division of Certification. The Administrative Support Team Leader provides comprehensive administrative and operational support to the Division of Certification and assists with coordinating day-to-day administrative functions. This position helps ensure that certification processes, records, deadlines, meetings, correspondence, and other division activities are handled accurately, timely, and efficiently. The incumbent will be responsible for the following tasks: Providing administrative and operational support to Division of Certification staff and assisting with coordination of routine division activities. • Managing calendars, meetings, deadlines, travel, trainings, and other scheduling or logistical needs. • Preparing, formatting, proofreading, editing, and distributing correspondence, reports, meeting materials, Operational Standards, and other documents. • Processing incoming and outgoing correspondence and routing inquiries or requests to the appropriate staff. • Maintaining accurate and organized electronic and paper records, including certification files, provider trackers, databases, applications, reports, submissions, and deadlines. • Assisting with data entry, records management, and use of certification databases and other tracking systems. • Preparing and assisting with Certification Review Committee materials and meeting minutes. • Assisting with Operational Standards revisions, including document preparation, organization, filing with the Mississippi Secretary of State's Office, and maintaining updated Standards binders. • Ordering and maintaining office supplies and other administrative resources. • Supporting special projects, trainings, and other division initiatives. • Prioritizing multiple assignments, identifying and resolving routine administrative issues, anticipating division needs, and communicating potential concerns or recommended solutions as appropriate. • Maintaining confidentiality and exercising sound judgment when handling sensitive information. • Performing other administrative duties as assigned. Communicate professionally and effectively with DMH staff, providers, and other individuals interacting with the Division. • Effectively use required software, systems, databases, office equipment, and other tools needed to support Division operations. • Maintain organized and accurate records, correspondence, calendars, deadlines, and other documentation. • Manage multiple priorities and assignments with strong attention to detail. • Recognize and address routine administrative issues and know when matters should be elevated to other staff. • Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion. • Work independently with minimal supervision while also functioning effectively as part of a team. • Adapt to new technology, processes, and administrative needs. • Take appropriate initiative to support workflow, communication, and overall office efficiency.
What youll need to be Successful
Preferred Qualifications
Typically requires High School Diploma or equivalent and 5-7 years of experience. Preference may be given to candidates who have: • Administrative experience in a governmental, legal, regulatory, healthcare, behavioral health, or other professional office setting. • Experience supporting a division, department, executive, or professional team with multiple responsibilities and deadlines. • Experience maintaining records, databases, spreadsheets, tracking systems, or other organized information-management systems. • Experience preparing professional correspondence, reports, meeting materials, policies, standards, or similar documents. • Experience coordinating calendars, meetings, travel, trainings, and related logistics. • Experience preparing formal meeting minutes. • Experience tracking applications, reports, deadlines, or other time-sensitive submissions. • Experience handling confidential or sensitive information.
Characteristics of Work
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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. More detail can be found at Know Your Benefits.
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. More detail can be found at Life Insurance Choices.
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. More detailed information regarding the State's retirement program can be found at http://www.pers.state.ms.us
Deferred Compensation
State agencies offer several opportunities for their employees to participate in a deferred compensation voluntary retirement savings plan. More information can be found at Deferred Compensation.
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. For more information about this program, call 601.948.8191.
Tuition Reimbursement
Many state agencies provide opportunities for their employees to achieve higher education through tuition reimbursement. Common programs include medical and nursing fields, accounting, and business/administrative fields.
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. Individual agencies also offer technical training and allow membership in professional organizations to employees in their specific fields of employment.
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.
Career Ladders
Many job classifications provide career-ladder opportunities based upon attainment of competencies. These career ladders can increase an individual's salary, provided funds are available within the agency.
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Employer State of Mississippi
Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201
Phone 601-359-1406
601-359-1406
| Location | Jackson, MS |
| Salary | $45,000–$53,000 Per Year |
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