Government Asset Assistant II
Salary
$26,000.00 - $30,000.00 Annually
Location
25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
9018-0411-20260623HDS
Department
0411 - MDA-MISSISSIPPI DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Opening Date
06/23/2026
Closing Date
7/7/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary
$26,000.00
Agency Maximum Salary
$30,000.00
About the Agency
The Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) is the states 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 the Mississippi Main Street Association.
About the Position
Characteristics of Work: This position performs operational and administrative support work within the Operations Division. The work involves providing centralized services related to telecommunications, mail and shipping, vehicle administration, supply fulfillment, document processing, records management, inventory management, digital imaging, property administration, copying, warehouse support, and facility-related coordination. Duties require accuracy, organization, attention to detail, timely response to internal customer needs, and the ability to coordinate multiple service functions in support of agency operations. - Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Prepare time-sensitive national and international shipments in accordance with applicable mailing, shipping, and delivery requirements. • Process outgoing mail, packages, and related materials; ensure proper handling, routing, and documentation. • Assemble, package, and ship marketing materials of various sizes and weights in accordance with shipping requirements and agency needs. • Prepare and maintain cost allocation reports for mail, shipping, and related operational services. • Respond to counter requests and provide assistance to internal customers, vendors, and agency representatives. • Pick up, sort, distribute, and deliver mail, parcels, supplies, and other materials as needed. • Assist with central supply operations, including stocking, issuing, tracking, and fulfilling supply requests. • Support volume photocopying, centralized document processing, digital imaging, and records-related services. • Assist with external deliveries, warehouse operations, inventory management, and property administration activities. • Assist with the movement, setup, relocation, and arrangement of furniture, fixtures, equipment, and related agency property to support office needs, facility changes, meetings, special events, and operational requirements. • Provide support for vehicle administration, fleet maintenance coordination, and related operational needs. • Assist with facility-related liaison activities, special event arrangements, and other operational support functions as assigned. • Other projects as assigned by supervisor.
What youll need to be Successful
To be successful, a candidate must possess and maintain a valid Mississippi driver's license, must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand or walk for extended periods of time, have strong multitasking abilities with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail, and have excellent time-management and organizational skills. Must possess and maintain a valid Mississippi driver's license. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand or walk for extended periods of time.
Preferred Qualifications
The minimum qualifications in this job class are based upon a job analysis and the essential functions of the job. Experience demonstrating the candidate's ability to perform all essential functions of the position is beneficial. - Education and Experience Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent and 3-5 years of experience. - Agency Preferred Qualifications: Experience in mail services, shipping and receiving, inventory control, supply operations, fleet or vehicle coordination, document processing, warehouse support, or related operational support functions is preferred. Applicant must possess and maintain a valid Mississippi driver's license.
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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