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RESERVE POLICE OFFICER (VOLUNTEER POSITION ONLY)
Position: 10040755
Code: 60-2
Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
Location: PATROL OPERATIONS
Group: POLICE
Job Class: POLICE RESERVE OFFICER
Posting Start: 05/16/2022
Posting End: 12/31/9999
Details: CITY WEBSITE
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This a volunteer position. There is no salary.Duties:A Reserve Police Officer, keeps the public safe by investigating and preventing crimes. Their main duties include processing and making criminal arrests, writing detailed reports about various cases and taking witness statements after crimes are committed. Maintain a constant presence in the community through regular patrols to deter crime and provide quick help when needed. Secure crime scenes and protect evidence from tampering or loss. Attend public events as security to help ensure peaceful attendance. Help identify potent....
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PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER
Position: 10040483
Code: 373-2
Location: PUBLIC SAFETY COMMUNICATIONS
Grade: RANGE 19
Job Class: PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER
Posting Start: 04/01/2025
MAXIMUM HOURLY RATE: $16.25
Duties:This classification is equivalent to a Telecommunicator working in a Police 911 call center. This is shift work. Receiving emergency service calls from the public; requesting police or other emergency services; determining nature, location and priority of emergency; entering appropriate information in computer and forwarding calls to be dispatched. Answering non-emergency calls for assistance and referring to appropriate department or agency; using telecommunications system to coordinate emergency calls and relaying information and assistance involving other law enforcement agenci....
VETERINARY TECHNICIAN
Position: 10034028
Code: 416-2
Location: JACKSON ZOO
Grade: PAY GRADE 21
Group: PARKS AND
Job Class: VETERINARY TECHNICIAN
Posting Start: 01/21/2026
Details: City Website
HOURLY RATE RANGE: $15.94-$19.19
VETERINARY / LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (FULL-TIME)Duties: Under general supervision, the Veterinary Technician is responsible for providing direct assistance to the Zoo Director, Animal Care Supervisor, Veterinarians, Curators, and Keepers in relation to medical care for the Zoo’s animal collection. This individual will assist in medical, surgical, and necropsy procedures, conduct lab work, order medications and supplies, perform clinical pathology and imaging procedures, monitor patients and maintain medical records. In addition, they will perform a variety of administrative functions to in....
ZOO KEEPER
Position: 10034018
Code: 418-2
Grade: PAY RANGE 16
Job Class: ZOOKEEPER
Posting Start: 01/22/2026
HOURLY RATE RANGE: $12.72-$15.26
Zoo Keeper (FULL-TIME)Duties: Monitoring animal health, behavior, appetite, and overall condition throughout the day. Maintaining accurate daily records on health, behavior, training, enrichment, and feeding. Preparing and providing daily diets according to species specific nutritional guidelines. Cleaning and maintaining animal enclosures, holding areas, and workspaces to meet sanitation and safety standards. Following all safety protocols. Inspecting enclosures and habitats for hazards, wear, or malfunction and reporting issues promptly. Minimum Training and Experience• H....
PLANETARIUM MANAGER
Position: 10110001
Code: 424-3
Location: PLANETARIUM
Grade: RANGE 34
Group: HUMAN AND
Job Class: PLANETARIUM MANAGER
Posting Start: 02/02/2026
Posting End: 05/31/9999
MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $29.12
Planetarium ManagerMcNair – Davis Planetarium/Space Theater Jackson, MSReports To: Department of Human & Cultural Services Director, City of JacksonSummary:Planetarium Manager is the "face" of the institution and the primary marketer for all the planetarium services provided to the greater Jackson, MS community. This person is responsible for the overall leadership and management of the McNair -- Davis Planetarium. This includes overseeing all aspects of the planetarium and exhibits, developing and implementing innovative educational programs, managing staff ....
RECREATIONAL AIDE (PART TIME)
Position: 10038048
Code: 431-3
Location: GOLF COURSE
Grade: PAY RANGE 73
Job Class: RECREATION AIDE (PT)
Posting Start: 02/24/2026
Posting End: 09/30/2026
Salary: $11.15-$11.15
HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
Position: 10050062
Code: 439-3
Location: PAVED STREETS
Grade: RANGE 25
Group: PUBLIC WOR
Job Class: HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II
Posting Start: 03/24/2026
Details: city website
MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $22.00
This is the full journey level class within the Heavy Equipment Operator series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Heavy Equipment Operator I by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned including the operation of the full scope of heavy equipment. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level or when filled from the ou....
SENIOR PAINTER
Position: 10050165
Code: 440-3
Location: CARE & MAINTENANCE
Grade: RANGE 23
Job Class: SENIOR PAINTER
Posting Start: 05/05/2026
MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $18.73
SENIOR PAINTERDEFINITIONTo lead and perform skilled, journey level painting duties in the repair, maintenance and construction of various municipal buildings, facilities and furnishings.DISTINGUISHING CHARÅCTERISTICS.This is the advanced journey level class in the Painter series. Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed and the complexity of duties assigned. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series including providing lead supervisi....
FIREFIGHTER I/TRAINEE
Position: 10105026
Code: 441-2
Location: EMERGENCY SERVICES DIVISION
Group: FIRE
Job Class: FIREFIGHTER I/TRAINEE
Posting Start: 04/08/2026
MINIMUM SALARY: $35,280.00
To participate in classroom and practical training in the performance of a wide variety of technical tasks in support of the fire prevention and suppression, medical emergency and hazardous materials handling functions, to learn the operation and maintenance of a variety of fire and rescue apparatus and equipment, and to participate in prevention and station and equipment maintenance activities.Responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following,Attend classroom and practical training in the performance of a variety of duties relating to fire preventio....
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM COORDINATOR
Position: 10110003
Code: 442-2
Grade: RANGE 30
Job Class: EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM COOR
Posting Start: 04/10/2026
MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $24.14
Job Title: Educational Program Coordinator Department: Human & Cultural Services Reports To: Planetarium Manager Job Summary: The Educational Program Coordinator is a pivotal role at the Jackson Planetarium, designed to bridge the gap between astronomical science and public education. This position entails the development, coordination, and implementation of innovative educational programs aimed at inspiring and engaging diverse audiences in the wonders of astronomy and space science. The Coordinator will work closely with planetarium staf....