Job Description
Lead a proactive patrol program and coordinate with local agencies to reduce incidents.
Job Opportunity
Journey level specialized law enforcement position serving as a lead officer who is responsible for patrolling and enforcing relevant laws within their jurisdiction. In addition, work involves assisting in the interview process of suspects and witnesses and assisting other law enforcement agencies and/or municipalities when necessary. Additionally, may be responsible for testifying in court cases regarding violations. This level is assigned full scope of lead work to include assisting in the orientation of new employees; giving direction to workers concerning work procedures; communicating, monitoring, and reviewing work in conformance to established standards of performance; and providing an informal assessment of workers' to the supervisor.
Salary: $44,315.04 – $54,990.94 Annually
Location: 55 – PEARL RIVER COUNTY, MS
Job Type: Full-Time
Closing Date: 7/24/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)
About the Agency: The MS Department of Corrections (MDOC) is a professional agency that adheres to the values of integrity, honesty and openness in all of its practices. MDOC actively recruits quality candidates who share in the vision that the safety of the public is of paramount importance and fundamental to the agency's mission.
What you'll need to be successful: Must be able to abide by the MS State Personnel Board and MDOC rules, regulations, and procedures governing the agency and ensure the safety, security, and order of the facility. Must be able to operate in accordance with state and federal laws. Preferred Qualifications Typically requires possession of a State of Mississippi Law Enforcement Professional Certification and 1-2 year of experience in law enforcement.
Lead patrols and enforce laws within jurisdiction, Assist in interviewing suspects and witnesses, Assist other law enforcement agencies and/or municipalities when necessary, May testify in court cases regarding violations, Provide orientation to new employees and supervise team members