Mississippi State Personnel Board

If you or someone you know has a background in Auditing and is looking for a career in public service, the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) is hiring an Audit Supervisor. This position will involve conducting and supervising internal audits, as well as presenting findings to senior leadership. Additionally, it will assist with communication and management of external audits. Don’t miss out—apply by October 7th at midnight! Apply here: https://rb.gy/thmh47  

Today, Colonel Nick P. Ardillo, Jr. retired from the Mississippi State Personnel Board after 13 years of dedicated service. In recognition of his contributions, Colonel Ardillo received a Commendation from Governor Tate Reeves. (L to R) Board Members Scott Shoemaker (Chairman), Stephanie Cummins (Vice Chair), Colonel Nick P. Ardillo, Jr, Don Brown, and Alwyn Luckey

On Tuesday, MSPB team member Marquita LeFlore accepted the "Workplace Wellness Warrior: Platinum Winner" award on behalf of MSPB at the 2024 Wellness Champion Conference in Jackson. The Platinum award is given to state agencies that complete 2-3 Active Health Challenges each quarter such as on-site training on healthy habits, webinars on health-related topics, etc.

Nominations for the Excellence in Government Awards are due THIS MONTH, have you submitted your nomination? The Mississippi Legislature directed MSPB to establish the Excellence in Government Awards program in 2012. Each year these awards recognize “excellence and innovation in the management of administrative procedures which increase the quality of public service at the state, district, and local government levels.” A maximum of two individuals or two groups of individuals will be publicly recognized: State Government and Local/District Government. All nominations are due on August 30th! Click here to fill out the form: https://rb.gy/94a1yd To submit forms, email them to [email protected] or mail to: 210 East Capitol St Suite 800 Jackson, MS 39201

Congratulations to State Personnel Director Kelly Hardwick! Kelly was elected to serve as vice president of the National Association of State Personnel Executives (NASPE) at the association's annual meeting this month. He most recently served on the NASPE executive committee as secretary/treasurer.

It's that time of year again; submit your nominations for the Excellence in Government awards no later than August 30! Click on this link to fill out the form: https://shorturl.at/1ur0j To submit forms, email them to [email protected] or mail to: 210 East Capitol St, Suite 800 Jackson, MS 39201

Scott Shoemaker (L) of Jackson will serve as chairman of the Mississippi State Personnel Board for Fiscal Year 2025. Stephanie Cummins (R) of Brandon was elected to serve as vice chair.

Congratulations to MSPB’s graduates, Brittany Frederick (L) and Martha Frazier (R)! Brittany serves as our Communications Director and graduated last Tuesday with her Certificate in Supervisory Management. Martha serves in the Office of Administrative Services and received her Human Resources Certification yesterday.

The Mississippi State Personnel Board (MSPB) is pleased to announce that 23 government employees representing 13 agencies across the State recently graduated from the Human Resources Certification Program. Mississippi State Personnel Board Executive Director Kelly Hardwick delivered the keynote address at the HRCP graduation ceremony. Susan Jenkins of North Mississippi Regional Center was selected by her peers to address graduates on behalf of her class. Visit www.mspb.ms.gov for a full list of graduates. 

Government employees from across the State graduated from the Executive Services Certification Program yesterday. MSPB developed the Executive Services Certification Program (ESCP) for administrative professionals to continue their professional development. Participants earning the ESCP designation have completed the three levels of the ASCP curriculum and three additional levels of coursework. Billy Taylor, Executive Director of the Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services, delivered the keynote address. Dwana F. Harvey of the North Mississippi Regional Center completed all 6 levels and was selected by her peers to address graduates on behalf of the 2024 class. Visit www.mspb.ms.gov for a full list of graduates.