MDWFP Career Opportunities

Are you interested in the field of resource conservation? The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) offers a variety of career opportunities. All are dedicated to, or support, the conservation of Mississippi's natural resources and the enhancement of outdoor recreation.  These jobs require varied levels of education and experience.

Current openings at MDWFP include:

• Fisheries Access Coordinator

  About this Position: This is an administrative position that will coordinate the Fisheries Bureau’s Access Program. The incumbent’s primary office will be at the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks headquarters in Jackson; however, frequent travel within the state is expected. The primary duties will include supervision of the boating access and aquatic vegetation programs, overseeing construction projects (boat ramps and piers), aquatic vegetation management, prepare annual budgets, administer grants, and personnel management.

  What You'll Need to be Successful: The incumbent should be able to lead a team, problem solve, and communicate well. The ideal candidate will have experience in project management, supervision, and a general knowledge of construction and aquatic vegetation control. Good organizational skills, customer service skills, and computer skills (spreadsheets, presentations, etc.) will be needed.

  Preferred Qualifications: Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 6+ years of experience. Hiring agency preferred qualifications: A Master’s Degree with experience in aquatic vegetation identification and control along with being familiar with construction and equipment is preferred.

  • Salary: $67,750.87 (Annually)
  • Open Date: 10/3/2025
  • Closing Date: 10/13/2025 11:59 PM
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• Customer Service Representative IV

  About this Position: This lead Customer Service Representative position handles complex issues by researching and interpreting rules, policies, and laws to resolve problems with agencies, businesses, or the public. The role requires sound judgment, strong technical knowledge, and the ability to find fair solutions, either independently or by escalating when needed. Duties include responding to customer complaints or requests for information, clarifying disputed matters, ensuring compliance with regulations, and serving as a liaison to negotiate outcomes. The incumbent may also provide guidance, work direction, and may require specialized training.

  What You'll Need to be Successful: The incumbent need to be proficient with computer skills(e.g. prepare charts, tables, and reports using Excel, Microsoft Word and PowerPoint), communication skills, typing skills, conflict resolution and willing to learn new skills.

  Preferred Qualifications: Typically requires High School Diploma or equivalent and 5-7 years of experience.

  • Salary: $38,951.52 (Annually)
  • Open Date: 10/7/2025
  • Closing Date: 10/9/2025 11:59 PM
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Internship Opportunities

This is work performed by college/university undergraduate or graduate students in the Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks' Internship Program. Interns may perform a variety of duties designed to provide skills and experience in one of the diverse career fields within the Agency. Work assignments are performed in a specific career field related to the student's major or minor course of study. Supervision is received from a bureau advisor who assigns projects, gives preliminary instructions, reviews work accomplishments, and correlates his/her supervisory work with the institution's internship facility advisor. Internships are available for spring, summer, and fall semesters.

Application

For Detailed Information

The qualifications for positions with the MDWFP are detailed in job descriptions available through the State Personnel Board and local state Employment Service offices.

Additionally, the MDWFP has publications outlining general qualifications for some wildlife and fisheries jobs. These may be obtained by Writing: 

MDWFP Personnel Office
P.O. Box 451
Jackson, MS  39205-0451.

The MDWFP is an equal opportunity employer and provider of programs and services. If anyone believes they have been subjected to discrimination on the basis of political affiliation, race, color, national origin, marital status, sex, religion, creed, age or disability, they may file a complaint with either the Mississippi Department of Wildlife,  Fisheries, and Parks, Human Resources, P.O. Box 451, Jackson MS 39205-0451, or the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, 1801 L. Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20507.