Mississippi DES News

Gulf Coast Military and Civilian Job Fair, Biloxi, April 7, 2026

The Mississippi Department of Employment Security (MDES) announced the 2026 Gulf Coast Military & Civilian Job Fair, scheduled for April 7, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Biloxi Civic Center. The event aims to connect job seekers, including military veterans transitioning to civilian careers, with employers across multiple industries. Attendees are encouraged to dress professionally, bring multiple copies of their resumes, and prepare for on-site interviews with hiring managers.

Mississippi State Agency Job Fair Announcement

The Mississippi Department of Employment Security (MDES) announced the 2025 Mississippi State Agency Job Fair, scheduled for September 25, 2025. The event aims to connect job seekers with over 25 state agencies actively recruiting qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman Hiring Event for Manufacturing Technicians

The Mississippi Department of Employment Security (MDES) announced that Northrop Grumman will host interview days on July 8-9, 2025, to fill over 100 manufacturing technician positions in Iuka, Mississippi. Interested job seekers are directed to a specific MDES portal for resume submission and potential interview scheduling.

MDES Releases 2025 Annual Report on Workforce

The Mississippi Department of Employment Security (MDES) has released its 2025 Annual Report, detailing the agency's activities and achievements in workforce development for the fiscal year July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025. The report highlights job training initiatives, unemployment benefit access, and partnerships aimed at improving job placement services.

MDES Enhances Employment Services for Mississippi Veterans

The Mississippi Department of Employment Security (MDES) has merged the roles of Disabled Veteran Outreach Program (DVOP) specialists and Local Veteran Employment Representatives (LVERs) into a single position, Veteran Employment Coordinators (VECs), effective November 1, 2025. This change aims to streamline services and enhance employment support for veterans in Mississippi.

MDES Secures $5.7 Million Federal Grant for Shipbuilding Skills Training

The Mississippi Department of Employment Security (MDES) has been awarded a $5.7 million federal grant from the U.S. Department of Labor to support shipbuilding skills training. This funding will reimburse employers for training in high-demand fields and aims to address critical workforce needs within the state's shipbuilding sector.