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Campus Security Officer
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470900 - Police
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Main Campus - Starkville, MS
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| This position is a non-sworn, uniformed officer. The following examples are intended as illustrations only of the various types of duties assigned in positions allocated to this classification. The absence of specific statements of duties does not exclude those tasks from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment of the position. |
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Program Manager
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061700 - Mechanical Engineering
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Main Campus - Starkville, MS
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| The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Mississippi State University seeks a full-time, twelve-month Program Manager. This staff position will report directly to the IDEELab Director and School Director and will serve as the primary coordinator, trainer, and technical lead for the IDEELab Advanced Maker Space. The successful candidate will oversee day-to-day operations of the lab, deliver hands-on training for students and industry partners, maintain equipment and safety protocols, supervise equipment inventory, and contribute to the department’s mission of workforce readiness, innovation, and experiential learning. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in managing or operating advanced manufacturing laboratories, including CNC machining, additive manufacturing, robotics, and digital fabrication equipment. A strong understanding of safety protocols, equipment maintenance, and inventory management is essential. Candidates should have the ability to deliver safety training, oversee technical certifications, and support project-based learning activities. |
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Director - Property, Receiving and Mail Services
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470300 - Receiving & Property Control
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Main Campus - Starkville, MS
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| The Director serves as the leader for the areas of Property, Receiving & Mail Services. The respective responsibilities include receiving/delivery of incoming freight to MSU departments, managing the fixed asset management system, and coordinating the campus departmental mail pickup and delivery functions in coordination with the US Post Office. This position champions continuous improvement by establishing and maintaining policy and procedures for the control, management, proper stewardship, and disposal of university and sponsored research assets in accordance with various State and Federal regulations. The Director serves as the liaison between State and Federal auditors regarding fixed assets. |
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Coordinator, Sports Performance Operations
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890119 - Athletics - Sports Medicine
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Main Campus - Starkville, MS
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| Provides advanced administrative and operational leadership for the Sports Medicine, Nutrition, Counseling and Sports Psychology, Strength & Conditioning, and Sports Science units. Manages the department’s insurance and business operations and oversees the implementation and ongoing management of SEC-mandated medical technology systems (EMR/AMS). Coordinates cross-functional collaboration and compliance. May provide coverage and care for student-athletes. |
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Assistant Director/Strength & Conditioning Coach (Olympic Sports)
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890131 - Athletics - Strength & Conditioning
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Main Campus - Starkville, MS
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| This position will assist the Strength and Conditioning for Olympic Sports/Director in all aspects of strength, conditioning, and movement for student-athletes at Mississippi State University. |
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IT Project Manager
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330200 - Office of the CIO
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Main Campus - Starkville, MS
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| The IT Project manager will provide project management support to Information Technology Services (ITS). Responsibilities of the IT Project manager include tracking, coordination, implementation, and completion of technical projects, while ensuring these projects align with ITS and MSU’s mission. |
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Postdoctoral Associate
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080300 - FWRC-Wildlife,Fisheries&Aquaculture
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Main Campus - Starkville, MS
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| This position is through the Mississippi State University Quantitative Ecology & Spatial Technologies (QuEST) Laboratory and the Geosystems Research Institute (GRI). The successful candidate will be primarily advised by Dr. Melanie Boudreau (Mississippi State University). The Postdoctoral Associate will work closely with co-investigators and research scientists from the USDA – ARS Geospatial and Environmental Epidemiology Unit. In particular, the researcher will be tasked with combining various data sources to create an agent-based model of CWD risk. Given the large amount of data, the candidate must also have the capability to conduct work in common programming environments (R, Python) within a high-performance computing environment when needed. The candidate will also be required to publish peer-reviewed publications from this work . In addition to project duties the candidate will be expected to take a leadership role in the QuEST lab. |
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Extension Agent
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019217 - MSU Extension- Desoto County
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Desoto County
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| Responsible for providing leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of a comprehensive non-formal, experiential educational program in the area of positive your development (4-H). The Extension Agent serves as a member of the county team to determine effective programming priorities and delivery methods for the community. |
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Agricultural Technician
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010200 - Research Support
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Main Campus - Starkville, MS
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| It is the responsibility of the person in this position to conduct all the field operations involved in Plant Pathology research on cotton, corn, wheat, and soybeans. These include but are not limited to planting, weed and insect control, fertilization, fungicide spraying, harvesting, and summarization of data. We have guidance systems on our tractors and automatic weighing systems on our combines and cotton pickers which the person in this position will have to operate. Duties also to include routine maintenance and upkeep of MAFES equipment, buildings and other infrastructures but not limited to equipment operation, carpentry, plumbing and other duties as assigned. |
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Event Services Lead
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490505 - Event Services
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Main Campus - Starkville, MS
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| The Event Services Lead is responsible for providing first-line event setup, breakdown, and response/assistance for event resources for all campus related events. This position reports to the Supervisor, Events Services for Division of Student Affairs. |
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Custodian I
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540100 - Colvard Student Union
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Main Campus - Starkville, MS
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| To perform duties necessary for the routine cleaning and upkeep of buildings. |
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Teacher - Head Start
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012102 - Human Sciences- Early Childhood
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Harrison County
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| This position is responsible for a Head Start classroom of 3 to 5 year old children. Position works collaboratively with an assistant teacher, family members and other staff to achieve positive outcomes for children of all abilities. |
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Assistant Teacher - Head Start
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012102 - Human Sciences- Early Childhood
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Harrison County
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| This position serves as an Assistant Teacher for a Head Start classroom. The assistant teacher shares responsibility for a Head Start classroom of 3- to 5- year old children. S/he works collaboratively with the teacher, family members and other staff to achieve positive outcomes for children of all abilities. |
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Guest and Conference Services Coordinator
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520200 - Butler Guest House - Guest Services
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Main Campus - Starkville, MS
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| The Guest and Conference Services Coordinator is responsible for the oversight of daily operations for the Butler Guest House to include 16 residence halls for summer camp seasons, and will coordinate a one-stop-shop experience for University conferencing, and assist with the administration and leadership of summer camps, conferences and guest housing operations. The position reports to the Director for Business Operations & Guest Services.
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Intermittent Worker
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080100 - FWRC - Forestry
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Main Campus - Starkville, MS
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| The intermittent worker will support a research project aimed at understanding foliar-nutrient-related mechanisms influencing conelet abortion and survival in North American pine species. The role will involve quantitative analysis, mixed-effects modeling, and preparation of scientific manuscripts to support improved seed-orchard management and breeding recommendations. |
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Director of Environmental Safety and Health
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730100 - Transportation
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Main Campus - Starkville, MS
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| At Mississippi State University, safety is foundational to our mission of teaching, research, and service. The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Office protects people, property, and the environment by promoting a culture of safety and compliance. We partner with faculty, staff, and students to ensure every learning and research space is secure, sustainable, and aligned with regulatory standards creating an environment where innovation thrives without compromising health or safety.
The Director of Environmental Health & Safety provides strategic leadership to advance this mission. This role ensures proactive risk management, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement across all safety programs, supporting MSU's commitment to excellence in education and research.
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Assistant Director, Financial Aid and Scholarships
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410600 - Financial Aid and Scholarships
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Main Campus - Starkville, MS
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| This position is responsible for processing and management of the Return of Title IV Calculation (R2T4), responsible for monitoring the attendance of Pell Grant recipients, responsible for the processing, reconciliation, continued cash flow and management of the Pell, IASG, and Teach Grant payments. |
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Sponsored Program Accountant I, II, or III
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450201 - Sponsored Program Accounting
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Main Campus - Starkville, MS
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| The Sponsored Program Accountant provides accounting support within the Controller and Treasurer’s Office and assists Business Managers, Accountants and other fiscal personnel at the university. Assists in providing post award research administrative support by analyzing, reviewing, and recording restricted fund financial entries to the general ledger. Works in coordination with the Sponsored Program Accounting team to meet all payment requests and financial reporting requirements per the terms and conditions of all assigned sponsored and non-sponsored restricted funds. |
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Research Associate I
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191001 - Northern Gulf Institute
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Texas
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| This primary function of this position will be to participate in data collection efforts for research
projects focused on the conservation and management of the queen conch (Aliger gigas). These
activities include conducting fishery-independent surveys, population assessments, collecting
tissues for genomic connectivity, and entering and managing datasets compiled during these
activities. The secondary function is to support additional research activities of Habitat Ecology
Branch scientists at the Southeast Fisheries Science Center Galveston Laboratory as needed. |
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Extension Agent
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019450 - MSU Extension- Neshoba County
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Neshoba County
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| The primary responsibility of the Family, Health, and Wellness (FHW) Extension agent will be to provide leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of a comprehensive education program focused on FHW, which includes early childhood education, family financial management, health, food safety, and nutrition. Secondary responsibilities will include a smaller percentage of time working in the areas of Community Resource Development (CRD) and 4-H Youth Development. Knowledge of FHW program areas is required. As part of a statewide team, the FHW Extension agent will collaborate to establish programming priorities and effective delivery methods. Strong oral and written communication skills, along with the ability to work effectively as a team member, are essential for success in this role. |
