Attorney II

Overview

Attorney II (0472) in 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS |  page has loaded.

State of Mississippi

Salary: $66,944.47 - $75,000.00 Annually

Location:

25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number:
Hs

Agency: 0660 - DHS-AGING AND ADULT SERVICES

Opening Date: 01/30/2026

Final date to receive applications: 2/13/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary: $66,944.47 - $75,000.00

About the Agency:
The Mississippi Department of Human Services is dedicated to serving others while providing a wide range of public assistance programs, social services, and support for children, low-income individuals and families. The agency seeks to empower families so they can become self-sufficient and responsible for their future success. This position is with the Division of Aging & Adult Services and will be located in STATE OFFICE.

For questions, contact mdhsrecruitment.gov.

• Policy Development & Program Direction:
  Develop comprehensive policy guidelines to guide the legal assistance program and ensure alignment with federal, state, and local regulations, especially the Older Americans Act (OAA). Establish and continually refine a statewide action plan, setting clear goals and objectives for the legal assistance program.
• Strategic Focus:
  Ensure legal resources are allocated effectively to address the most critical needs of older adults who are most at risk due to economic or social vulnerability. Collaborate with AAAs, SUAs, and legal service providers to create a shared vision for the statewide legal services program.
• Training & Technical Assistance:
  Provide technical assistance and annual training to legal service providers and AAAs, ensuring they are equipped to deliver high-quality legal assistance. Develop and deliver training to Information & Referral staff to improve the quality and appropriateness of legal service referrals.
• Program Evaluation & Quality Assurance:
  Define the roles, responsibilities, and expectations of AAAs at all levels of the legal assistance delivery system. Monitor and assess the effectiveness of the legal services program to ensure it meets the evolving needs of the aging population.
• Stakeholder
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Foster collaborative initiatives that encourage participation from legal providers, aging adults, and other stakeholders, strengthening the legal assistance network. Develop strategies to engage community organizations and stakeholders in the legal services program, ensuring the inclusion of diverse perspectives.
• Needs Assessment & Community Outreach:
  Develop and implement a standardized community needs assessment specifically for legal services, ensuring that legal priorities are clearly defined and understood. Create materials and resources to help AAAs communicate effectively with their communities about available legal services through outreach programs.
• Priority Setting & Resource Allocation:
  Train legal service providers on how to prioritize referrals based on urgency and need, ensuring that resources are used efficiently and effectively.
• Role Definition for Legal Providers:
  Establish clear roles and responsibilities for legal providers, ensuring consistency and quality in service delivery across the state.

Skills & Abilities: Strong knowledge of the Older Americans Act (OAA) and other relevant federal and state regulations governing legal services for older adults; excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong interpersonal skills to foster collaboration among diverse stakeholders; experience in training, technical assistance, and capacity building for community service providers; demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic plans and goals.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs), State Units on Aging (SUAs), and legal service providers; knowledge of aging resources and services; familiarity with community outreach strategies and public speaking.

Work Environment:
This position may require occasional travel within the state to engage with legal service providers, AAAs, and other community stakeholders. The role may require flexible hours, including…