MS Board of Pharmacy Accepting Applications for 2 Positions

Detected March 19th, 2026

Summary

The Mississippi Board of Pharmacy is seeking applications for two positions: a Compliance Agent and a Staff Attorney. The job posting for the Compliance Agent will remain open until February 4, 2026, and includes statewide field work. The Staff Attorney position requires at least five years of legal experience and familiarity with administrative law.

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What changed

The Mississippi Board of Pharmacy has announced it is accepting applications for two new positions: a Compliance Agent and a Staff Attorney. The Compliance Agent role involves statewide inspections and investigations, with applications open until February 4, 2026. The Staff Attorney position will manage complex legal and regulatory matters for the agency, including advising on disciplinary actions, drafting regulations, and representing the agency in legal proceedings. Applicants for the Staff Attorney role must be licensed Mississippi attorneys with a minimum of five years of legal experience, with a preference for those with prior state agency counsel experience.

While this announcement does not impose new regulatory obligations on external entities, it signifies internal operational changes within the Mississippi Board of Pharmacy. Compliance officers should note the opening of these positions as it may impact the agency's capacity for enforcement and regulatory development. The deadline for the Compliance Agent position is February 4, 2026, which may be relevant for understanding the agency's operational timelines.

What to do next

Note the application deadline of February 4, 2026, for the Compliance Agent position.

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Now Accepting Applications for 2 Positions

The Mississippi Board of Pharmacy is now accepting applications for the following positions:

Compliance Agent
- Interested applicants can view the posting on the Mississippi State Personnel Board’s website at the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mississippi/jobs/5206798/pharmacy-board-compliance-agent. The job opportunity will be posted through February 4, 2026. This position is based in the Jackson office and will work in the field statewide as needed for inspections and investigations. Relocation expenses will not be provided.
Staff Attorney
- The Staff Attorney will manage complex legal and regulatory matters for the agency, including advising the Board on disciplinary actions and litigation, drafting regulations and legislation, ensuring compliance with state and federal laws, responding to public records requests and subpoenas, and representing the agency in administrative proceedings and court. Applicants must be members of the Mississippi State Bar Association with a minimum of five years of legal experience. Preference will be given to candidates with experience serving as legal counsel for a state agency, board, or commission and familiarity with administrative hearings and regulatory processes. To apply, click the following link (leads to external website): Staff Attorney