Environmental/Natural Resources Specialist III
Salary
$45,000.00 - $54,500.00 Annually
Location
24 - HARRISON COUNTY, MS
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
9410-0450-20260710HN
Department
0450 - MARINE RESOURCES
Opening Date
07/13/2026
Closing Date
7/17/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary
$45,000.00
Agency Maximum Salary
$54,500.00
Preferred Qualifications
Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree and 4-6 years of experience.
About the Agency
Located on the Mississippi Gulf Coast in Biloxi, the MDMR manages all marine life, public trust wetlands, adjacent uplands and waterfront areas to provide optimal commercial, recreational, educational and economical uses of these resources that are consistent with environmental concerns and social changes. Our mission is to enhance, protect and conserve the states marine interests.
About the Position
This is a time-limited position. This position provides advanced scientific and technical support to management on a major shellfish resource program within the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources Shellfish Bureau, helping carry out the Departments legislatively mandated mission to manage and grow the states oyster industry. Day to day, the incumbent helps develop and implement on bottom and off bottom oyster aquaculture methods for harvesters and farmers, supports cultch planting and restoration efforts, and assists with water quality monitoring to help protect public health and the sustainability of the resource. The role also plays a part in harvest season management, including recommendations on opening and closing harvest areas, and helps interpret state and federal rules governing shellfish harvest and handling. Working under the direction of management, the incumbent helps plan, assign, and review the work of technical staff, and applies scientific expertise to give practical, defensible guidance to industry and regulatory partners. The incumbent coordinates closely with other Department bureaus and offices, control authorities, and special interest groups, and recommends substantive program policy in line with state and federal regulations and decisions of the Advisory Commission on Marine Resources. The position reports to and is subject to periodic review by an Environmental/Natural Resources Team Lead.
What youll need to be Successful
Knowledge of on-bottom and off-bottom shellfish methods. Good communication skills and effective supervision of staff and a variety of functions are essential to adequately perform in this position.
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