Benefit Program Associate II

About the Role

This position falls under the state classification system. For more details on the characteristics of this role, refer to the MSPB Careers page.

Requirements

Minimum qualifications typically require:

• A High School Diploma or high school equivalency
• 2-4 years of relevant experience

Benefits

• Health/Prescription Insurance: Eligible employees may participate in the state’s health and prescription insurance program, with options for single or family coverage and affordable co-payments. Learn more.
• Wellness Benefits: Eligible employees receive first-dollar coverage with no deductible for certain wellness and health promotion services.
• Life Insurance: All eligible employees receive term life insurance coverage equal to two times their annual salary, up to a maximum of $100,000. Learn more.
• Optional Insurances: Discounted premiums for dental, vision, and cancer insurance may be available through many agencies.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Employees may participate in pre-tax spending accounts for childcare and unreimbursed medical expenses.
• Paid Leave: Full-time employees accrue approximately 18 days of personal leave and 12 days of sick leave annually, usable after one month of employment.
• Military Leave: Employees serving in the armed forces or military reserves are entitled to 15 days per year for military training.
• Holidays: Employees receive up to 10 paid holidays per year.
• Retirement Programs: The state provides a Defined Benefit/Defined Contribution Retirement Program. Employees vest after 8 years of employment, with contributions from both the employee and agency. Learn more.
• Deferred Compensation: Opportunities to participate in a voluntary retirement savings plan are available. Learn more.
• State Credit Union: All state employees are eligible to join the Mississippi Public Employees’ Credit Union, offering special savings and borrowing plans. Call 601.948.8191 for details.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Many agencies offer tuition reimbursement for higher education, particularly in fields like medical, nursing, accounting, and business/administration.
• Career Development and Training: The Mississippi State Personnel Board offers management and administrative certification programs, professional development courses, and technical training. Agencies may also support membership in professional organizations.
• Promotional Opportunities: Employees with 6 or more months of service are eligible for promotional opportunities within state government, provided minimum qualifications are met.
• Career Ladders: Some job classifications offer career-ladder opportunities based on competency attainment, potentially increasing salary if agency funds are available.