Pharmacist II

Pharmacist II

Salary

$86,987.10 - $134,529.47 Annually

Location

25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

9238-0301-20260813hind

Department

0301 - HEALTH BOARD

Opening Date

08/13/2026

Closing Date

9/22/2026 11:59 PM Central

Agency Minimum Salary

$86,987.10

Agency Maximum Salary

$134,529.47

About the Agency

The Mississippi State Department of Health's mission is to protect and advance the health, well-being, and safety of everyone in Mississippi. Questions about this position can be directed to recruitment@msdh.ms.gov.

About the Position

• This is a non-state service, time-limited position.* Perform the duties of a licensed pharmacist in processing and verifying prescriptions for the ADAP/Ryan White Grant and Tuberculosis programs. Support the MSDH Pharmacy in medication protocols and dispensing to meet agency needs for Monkeypox, COVID, or emerging public health disease threats. Create an MSDH Pharmacy staffing surge plan to meet agency needs during a threat, including developing job duty descriptions and training materials. Fully trained and skilled in MSDH Pharmacy systems to dispense and/or distribute from the MSDH Pharmacy; will be primary on HPOP or other federal pharmacy portals during responses. Quarterly and as needed, review MSDH website materials related to Monkeypox, COVID, or emerging public health threats. Serve as pharmacy resident preceptor, coordinating SPR experiences. Pharmacist subject matter expert to the Strategic Planning and Response (SPR) division of MSDH. Apply for and maintain the warehouse permit through the Mississippi Board of Pharmacy. Conduct monthly reviews of pharmaceutical inventory under the purview of SPR ensuring accurate inventory and integrity of product. Support SPR and the MSDH Pharmacy through review of medication protocols per agency policy and as warranted through any clinical updates. Provide education and training on disease and pharmaceuticals related to the Strategic National Stockpile; assist SPR in developing systems for receipt, storage, and mass distribution, dispensing, or vaccination

What youll need to be Successful

Leadership and critical thinking skills; management and supervisory skills; ability to work well with individuals and teams; will need to quickly learn new IT systems that support emergency response.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires state licensure as a Pharmacist and 1-2 years of experience as a Pharmacist.

• 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.

01

How many years of experience do you have as a Pharmacist?

• No experience
• 1 year of experience
• 2 years of experience
• 3 years of experience
• 4 years of experience
• 5 years of experience
• 6 years of experience
• 7 years of experience
• 8 years of experience
• 9 years of experience
• 10 years of experience
• More than 10 years

02

What is the highest level of education (or semester hours of college) you have completed in a relevant area? (Refer to job posting for an explanation of relevant education.)

• None
• GED or High School Equivalency Diploma / High School Diploma
• 30 semester hours
• Associates Degree / 60 semester hours
• 90 semester hours
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Specialist Degree
• Doctorate Degree

03

Do you possess state licensure as a Pharmacist?

• 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