Consumer Protection Specialist I - State of Mississippi : Job Details

Consumer Protection Specialist I | Government Jobs page has loaded. Consumer Protection Specialist I | Government Jobs page has loaded.See MSPB Careers for information regarding this classificationsMinimum QualificationsTypically requires High School Diploma or equivalent and 0-1 years of experience.Health/Prescription InsuranceHealth/Prescription InsuranceEmployees 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 InsuranceAll 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 InsurancesMany agencies offer discounted premiums for dental, vision, and cancer insurance.Flexible Spending AccountsMany 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 LeavePaid Personal Leave and Sick LeaveMilitary LeaveIn 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.HolidaysEmployees receive up to 10 paid holidays to enjoy many of our nation's celebrations with family and friends.Retirement ProgramsThe 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 CompensationState 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 UnionAll 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.###.####. Tuition Reimbursement Tuition ReimbursementCareer Development and TrainingThe Mississippi State Personnel Board offers several management and administrative certification programs, as well as professional development courses to enhance employee value to the dividual agencies also offer technical training and allow membership in professional organizations to employees in their specific fields of employment.Promotional OpportunitiesEmployees who have completed 6 or more months of service are eligible for promotional opportunities within state government employment.Minimum qualifications must be met.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.How many years of relevant experience do you have? 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