Human Resources

The Human Resources Department is responsible for administration of the City's classification and pay plans, recruitment program, employee orientation and exit procedures, benefits administration, training and development, performance management, and payroll. 

To learn more about employment opportunities with the City of Pascagoula call (228) 938-6602.

The City of Pascagoula employs approximately 275 individuals. City employees enjoy rewarding careers in areas such law enforcement, fire fighting, parks & recreation, public utilities, clerical and administrative support, professional, technical, and management fields. To attract and retain the best possible individuals, the City provides competitive pay and an outstanding benefits package that includes:

• Single & family health insurance
  
• Free life insurance for employees
  
• Low cost family dental insurance
  
• Retirement plan through the Public Employees’ Retirement System of Mississippi with vesting after 8 years
  
• Deferred Compensation
  
• 10 paid holidays per year
  
• Liberal vacation leave (as much as 2-3 weeks the 1st year of employment)
  
• Tuition Reimbursement for employees
  
• Free family support and referral programs in the event of a personal or family crisis (Employee assistance program)

We only accept applications for positions when there is a vacancy and after the position has been announced. Current career announcements are listed below. 

Employment opportunities are listed in the Human Resources Department, and are frequently listed in local newspapers.

Employment applications can be obtained from:

City of Pascagoula
Human Resources Department
Pascagoula City Hall
603 Watts Avenue
Pascagoula, Mississippi 39567

In order to download applications, you must install Adobe Acrobat.  

Applications are accepted between 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday – Friday at Pascagoula City Hall.  Applications can also be downloaded from this site and submitted by either mailing to 603 Watts Ave. Pascagoula, MS 39567, Attn: Personnel, faxing to (228) 762-5538, or by email:  

Applications are evaluated depending on the type of position for which you apply. Some positions require written examinations and/or performance or physical agility tests. The City of Pascagoula is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Listed below are the positions for which we are currently accepting applications:

1.  Public Service/Safety:  School Patrol/Crossing Guards, Detention Officer and we are
  CURRENTLY TAKING APPLICATIONS FOR 
School Patrol, Detention Office, POLICE, AND FIRE 

2. Parks and Recreation: After School Counselor, SUMMER JOBS

3. Code Enforcement: Temporary Combination Inspector

4. Fire Department: Secretary

For further information or complete job descriptions, please contact Human Resources.

SCHOOL PATROL/CROSSING GUARDS
PT, $15.0277/hr. Approximately 5 hours per week during school year. Must have a valid State of MS driver's license and pass a physical exam/drug test.  Directs traffic in conjunction with movement of children to and from school. Must work in inclement weather throughout school year.  Applications are accepted ongoing for this position and appointments are made based on when vacancies become available.

DETENTION OFFICER
Salary Range: $21,381.77 - $31,775.41 Detention officer performs general security work in the municipal jail; performs any other duties as assigned by the City Manager or Supervisor.  Work involves responsibility for maintaining order and acting as custodian of the municipal jail facilities and the safeguarding and care of the prisoners housed in the facility.  Detailed instruction and general supervision are received from the Administrative Captain, Deputy Chief, or Chief of Police, to whom unusual cases requiring decisions are immediately reported. 

POLICE OFFICER
Salary Range: $27,545.71 - $40,935.64

AFTER SCHOOL COUNSELOR
The City of Pascagoula is seeking an applicant for this position. Applicant must be able to work Monday through Friday from 2:00 pm until 5:30 pm and all day on school holidays.  Applicant must be able to drive a 15 passenger van.  Pay is $7 per hour.  For further information contact Bruce Knott, City of Pascagoula at 228/938-6611  

TEMPORARY COMBINATION INSPECTOR
This position is responsible for inspection work in connection with the enforcement of the Zoning Ordinance, Sign Ordinance, and other codes relating to the appearance & cleanliness of the City.  Requires the ability to enforce regulations with firmness, tact and impartiality in all city neighborhoods.  Considerable construction and public contact experience preferred.   This job is temporary Full Time, $25,000.00 a year.  Must have a valid driver’s license. Must pass drug & physical. Applications are available at 603 Watts Ave. EOE

City of Pascagoula Summer Jobs for Students
Must be a high school or college student and possess a valid driver’s license.  
Pool Manager – (l) - $9.00/HR, must be at least 21, will manage day-to-day pool activities, schedule group/staff swim lessons. 
Assistant Pool Manager – (1) - $8.25/HR, must be at least 21 with some experience in life-guarding and swim instructions.  
Lifeguards – (6) - $7.00/HR, must be at least 16.  
Red Cross certification is required for all pool positions.  
Applications are being accepted at the Pascagoula City Hall located at 603 Watts Ave. Resumes can be faxed to 762-5538 or emailed in Word to resume@cityofpascagoula.com.  EOE

SUMMER JOB HELP WANTED

$7.00 AN HOUR

URBAN YOUTH CORPS PROJECT

The City of Pascagoula is seeking applications for the "2008 Urban Youth Corps Project".  Young people ages 16 through 25 years, who are full-time high school or college students may apply.

This Project is for 12 weeks starting June and ending in August 2008.  The project involves landscaping and tree planting on major city corridors.

Applicants may submit applications at Pascagoula City Hall, 603 Watts Avenue in the Human Resources Department, between 8:00 and 5:00 p.m.   EOE

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