VOCA Regional Manager

VOCA Regional Manager

Salary

$51,693.41 - $79,946.20 Annually

Location

45 - MADISON COUNTY, MS

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

9063-0301-20261105Mn

Department

0301 - HEALTH BOARD

Opening Date

11/09/2026

Closing Date

11/16/2026 11:59 PM Central

Agency Minimum Salary

$51,693.41

Agency Maximum Salary

$79,946.20

About the Agency

The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is committed to protecting and advancing the health, well-being, and safety of everyone in Mississippi. This position is located within the Office Against Interpersonal Violence (OAIV) and supports the administration of the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Formula Grant Program, which provides federal funding to state and local organizations delivering essential services to victims of crime.

About the Position

• This is a time-limited position.* The Mississippi State Department of Health is seeking a qualified professional to serve as the VOCA Regional Manager within the Office Against Interpersonal Violence in Madison County. This is a Time-Limited (NS-14), Non-State Service position. The position is responsible for coordinating and overseeing federal and state grant administration activities associated with the VOCA Formula Grant Program. The selected applicant will assist with grant management, financial oversight, regulatory compliance, subrecipient monitoring, and the development of collaborative relationships with agencies and organizations providing victim assistance services throughout Mississippi. Primary responsibilities include: Oversee grant administration activities to ensure compliance with federal and state laws, regulations, grant conditions, and applicable program requirements. Develop and maintain productive working relationships with VOCA subrecipients, MSDH personnel, governmental agencies, and community stakeholders. Coordinate and monitor grant-funded projects, ensuring program objectives, deliverables, reporting requirements, and deadlines are met. Assist with developing, reviewing, and updating program policies, procedures, and administrative guidelines. Serve as a liaison between OAIV, state vendors, funding agencies, and other stakeholders. Coordinate grant funding notices and related administrative activities using OpenGov, Grants.gov, and the U.S. Department of Justice JustGrants system. Collaborate with the VOCA Grant Administrator, Budget Director, and Finance and Accounting personnel on budget development, reimbursement requests, expenditures, budget modifications, and grant closeout procedures. Monitor subrecipient activities, review financial and programmatic reports, and evaluate compliance with grant award requirements. Review VOCA funding allocations, matching requirements, allowable expenditures, and federal financial reporting obligations. Provide programmatic guidance and technical assistance to subrecipients regarding documentation, financial accountability, reporting standards, and regulatory compliance. Coordinate the collection, validation, and submission of monthly and quarterly programmatic data and required federal performance reports. Identify compliance concerns, recommend corrective actions, and assist with implementing improvements to strengthen grant accountability. This is a time limited position. Maintain accurate financial and program records and communicate program outcomes to appropriate stakeholders.

What youll need to be Successful

The successful applicant should demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to administer complex grant-funded programs while maintaining compliance with applicable federal and state requirements. These include: Knowledge of federal and state laws, administrative regulations, and procedures governing grant-funded programs. Understanding of grant financial management, budgeting, expenditure reporting, financial documentation, and subrecipient monitoring. Familiarity with federal grant management systems, accounting software applications, and electronic reporting platforms. Ability to analyze financial information, maintain accurate records, evaluate program performance, and prepare comprehensive reports. Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities and meet established deadlines. Ability to interpret and apply regulatory guidance, grant conditions, and administrative policies. Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with state, local, and federal officials. Ability to establish productive working relationships with stakeholders, program staff, subrecipients, and community organizations. Strong analytical, critical-thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and 4-7 years of experience. AGENCY PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: In addition to meeting the established MSPB minimum qualifications, preference may be given to applicants possessing: Education: A bachelors degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Criminal Justice, Social Work, or a closely related field. Experience: Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in federal or state grant administration, government program management, or a closely related field, including at least two (2) years involving grant compliance, financial oversight, subrecipient monitoring, or program reporting. Preference may also be given to applicants with: Experience administering or monitoring federally funded victim assistance programs, particularly VOCA grants administered through the U.S. Department of Justice, Office for Victims of Crime. Experience interpreting and applying 2 CFR Part 200, 28 CFR Part 94, or comparable federal grant regulations. Experience with grant budgeting, reimbursement processing, allowable cost determinations, and financial reconciliation. Working knowledge of OpenGov, Grants.gov, JustGrants, or comparable grant management systems. Experience preparing federal grant performance reports, monitoring documentation, corrective action plans, or grant closeout reports.

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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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How many years of experience do you have?

• 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

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What is the highest level of education (or semester hours of college) you have completed?

• 8th grade
• 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
• 9th grade
• 10th grade
• 11th grade

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