Attorney II (5444)

Attorney II (5444)

Salary

$75,000.00 - $85,000.00 Annually

Location

25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

9555-0649-20261008HDS

Department

0649 - DHS-SUPPORT SERVICES

Opening Date

10/08/2026

Closing Date

10/22/2026 11:59 PM Central

Agency Minimum Salary

$75,000.00

Agency Maximum Salary

$85,000.00

About the Agency

The Mississippi Department of Human Services is dedicated to serving others while providing a wide range of public assistance programs, social services, and support for children, low-income individuals and families. The agency seeks to empower families so they can become self-sufficient and responsible for their future success. This position is with the Division of Administrative Hearings and will be located in STATE OFFICE. If you have any questions, you may contact us at mdhsrecruitment@mdhs.ms.gov.

About the Position

The individual selected for this position will handle Programmatic Administrative Disqualification Hearings, Administrative Agency Appeal Hearings, and Subgrant Administrative Agency Appeal Hearings. Prepare for and conduct formal administrative hearings for the Mississippi Department of Human Services pursuant to state and federal law. Drafting and issuing legal decisions with factual and legal analysis concerning federal programs. Researching complex legal and policy issues. Review and/or draft policy to improve efficiency and ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and other policies. Perform other duties as determined necessary by the agency.

What youll need to be Successful

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Knowledge of federal and state law, policy, and procedure. Ability to identify and resolve problems. Ability to use relevant information and individual judgment to make sound, well-informed, and objective decisions. Ability to prepare for and conduct hearings. Ability to work under stress. Ability to meet set deadlines. Ability to work independently and as a team. Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Preferred Qualifications

Requires membership in the Mississippi State Bar Association. - Hiring Agency Note: The selected applicant must be a member of the Mississippi Bar (a lawyer) in good standing. Exceptional applicants sitting for the July 2026 Bar Examination will be considered on a conditional basis.

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

No available description

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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Do you possess membership in the Mississippi State Bar Association?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of Mississippi

Address 210 East Capitol Street

Suite 800

Jackson, Mississippi, 39201

Phone 601-359-1406

601-359-1406

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mississippi