Listed below are opportunities for employment at Pearl River Community College including the job position, description, employment application, and contact information. If you wish to apply for a position, please follow the instructions under the job position. Be sure to read the application carefully and submit the required documents.
Pearl River Community College offers equal education and employment opportunities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran status, pregnancy, or disability. For inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policy or to request accommodations, special assistance, or alternate format publication, please contact the Office of Disability Services at ADA@prcc.edu or 601-403-1215.
Location: Forrest County Campus / Poplarville
Status: Full-time (12-months) / Professional
Educational Requirements/Work Experience: Education: Associate degree in nursing from an accredited institution and hold a current Registered Nursing License in Mississippi. A baccalaureate degree is preferred. Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Registered Nurse. Experience working with community college students is preferred.
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Anticipated Date of Hire: July 1, 2025
Interested applicants should submit the Application for Employment and attach the following items within the application:
- Resume
- Letter of interest
- Three (3) Professional letters of recommendation
- All College Transcripts
Police Officer
Location: Forrest County Campus
Overview: Potential applicants must be a full-time certified police officer. Two years of experience required.
Status: Full-time / Support Staff
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Interested applicants should submit the Application for Employment and attach the following items within the application:
- Resume
- State Law Enforcement Certificate
Location: Poplarville
Status: Full-time (12 months) Support Staff
Overview: The purpose of this position is to provide proctoring services to online students. It is recommended that individuals have customer service experience and be able to use various technology systems simultaneously. Be able to accommodate different working hours, including days and nights.
Educational Requirements: Associate’s degree preferred. Computer skills strongly preferred.
Application Deadline: open until filled
Interested applicants should submit the Application for Employment and attach the following items within the application:
- Resume
Location: Poplarville
Status: Full-time (12 months) Support Staff
Overview: The purpose of this position is to provide support for online students through advisement, registration, student orientations, proctoring, and other college services. It is recommended that individuals can multi-task across various technology systems simultaneously.
Educational Requirements: Associate’s degree
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Interested applicants should submit the Application for Employment and attach the following items within the application:
- Resume
Location: Hancock County Campus
Job Description/Overview: The position of Biology Instructor is now available for qualified applicants. Applicants interested in this position must have a Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in Biology, with graduate hours in Anatomy and Physiology preferred. Individuals must have a thorough understanding of the use of technology as a supplemental instructional tool and express an aspiration toward life-long learning and an awareness of working as a member of a departmental team. Duties will include but are not limited to: instruction of higher-level biology courses, setting up labs and maintaining the biology laboratory, membership on college committees, sponsorship of student organizations, and advisement of students in science-related fields as well as General Studies students.
Status: Part-time / 9-month / Instructor position
Application Deadline: Until filled
For further information, contact Dr. Raymunda Barnes at 228-252-7003 or email rbarnes@prcc.edu.
Interested applicants should submit the Application for Employment and attach the following items within the application:
- Letter of Interest
- Resume
- College Transcripts
- Three (3) Professional references with contact information
Location: Hancock Campus
Overview/Educational Requirements: Pearl River Community College is seeking a highly skilled individual for the position of instructor of the Aviation Maintenance Technology program. The individual must have a minimum of five (5) years of successful experience in aviation maintenance to include: maintenance, inspection, alterations and repairs to powerplants, and airframe on heavy and light category aircraft. Associate of Applied Science in Aviation Maintenance Technology or directly related field required. Must provide certificates received that substantiate F.A.A. certification as a mechanic with airframe and powerplant ratings. Preferred certifications are F.A.A. Part 61 Private Pilot License and F.A.A. Inspector Authorization.
Desired skills include (but not limited to) previous teaching and/or training experience in aviation maintenance. Must maintain compliance with F.A.A. requirements; Provide top quality instruction at multiple levels depending on student knowledge/capability to include hands-on training in a positive learning environment; Maintain highest standards of professionalism with all partners (students; colleagues; industry partners; and community partners); Perform all duties required of PRCC instructors; Meet all reporting requirements for program and college; Maintain a safe and clean learning environment and up-to-date inventory; and other duties as outlined in full job description.
Status: Full-time (9 months) / Professional
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Contact Dr. Amy Townsend at atownsend@prcc.edu if you have any questions regarding this position.
Interested applicants should submit the Application for Employment and attach the following items within the application:
- Letter of Interest
- Resume
- College Transcripts
- Copy of any FAA Certifications
- Three (3) Professional references with contact information
Location: Poplarville
Job Description or Overview: To assist in the care of preschool children as directed.
Responsibilities & Performance Required:
- Assist in the development of the curriculum
- Assist in the planning and development of a safe and healthy environment
- Plan and implement methods of establishing a positive rapport with parents
- Responsible for the arrangement, appearance, décor, and learning environment of the classroom
- Collaborate with supervisory instructor/director
- Follow all departmental policies and procedures as directed
Status: Full-time / 9.5 Months / Support Staff / Grant
Requirements:
- Current CECPR Child Development Associate (CDA) credential OR 3 years prior documented experience caring for children who are under 13 years of age and who are not related to the caregiver within the third degree computed according to civil law OR Associate Degree in Child Development – Preferred (or degree in related field with appropriate work experience)
- Outstanding organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and problem solve
- Excellent people skills
- Must be proficient in WORD, filing, and record keeping
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Anticipated Beginning Date of Employment: August 2025
Interested applicants should submit the Application for Employment and attach the following items within the application:
- Resume
- Letter of interest
- Official transcript
- 3 professional references with contact information
Location: Poplarville
Status: Full-time (12 months) / Support Staff
Overview: It is recommended that individuals have a thorough understanding of a testing environment, testing experience is desired. Strong computer skills are required.
Educational Requirements: AA Degree preferred
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Anticipated beginning date of employment: June 2025
Interested applicants should submit the Application for Employment and attach the following items within the application:
- Resume
Location: Forrest County Campus
Job Description: The Welding Technology instructor will prepare individuals for entry level employment in the field of welding and cutting. Instructor will be responsible for teaching Shielded Metal Arc, Gas Metal Arc, Flux Cored Arc, Pipe Welding, Plasma Arc Cutting, Carbon Arc Cutting & Gouging, Oxyfuel Cutting, Gas Metal Arc Aluminum Welding, and Gas Tungsten Welding. Duties will include but are not limited to: instructor of lecture and lab classes, membership on college committees, sponsorship of student organizations, and advisement of students.
Status: FT / Professional / 9 Month
Educational Requirements: An associate’s degree in relevant field and/or work-related experience; Industry Certifications preferred: ASW Structural Welding or NCCER core, Level 1, and 2
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Interested applicants should submit the Application for Employment and attach the following items within the application:
- Letter of interest
- Educational Philosophy
- Resume
- Official College Transcript(s)
- Three (3) letters of reference with contact information
Location: Poplarville Campus
Job Description/Overview: The position of Accounting Instructor is now available for qualified applicants. Applicants interested in this position must have a Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in Accounting. A master’s degree or higher in Accounting is preferred. Individuals must have a thorough understanding of the use of technology as a supplemental instructional tool and express an aspiration toward life-long learning and an awareness of working as a member of a departmental team. Duties will include but are not limited to: instruction of accounting courses, membership on college committees, sponsorship of student organizations, and advisement of students in business-related fields as well as General Studies students.
Status: Full-time / 9-month / Instructor / Professional
Application Deadline: Until filled
For further information, contact Ms. Amanda Lawler at alawler@prcc.edu.
Interested applicants should submit the Application for Employment and attach the following items within the application:
- Letter of interest
- Educational Philosophy
- Resume
- Official Transcript(s)
- Three (3) letters of reference with contact information
Overview: Applicants for academic subject areas must have a minimum of a Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in a specified academic subject area. Subject areas needed: Art, Anatomy and Physiology, Biological Sciences, Computer Science/Applications, English, Microbiology, Nutrition, Psychology, Public Speaking and Sociology.
Applicants for technical subject areas must have a college degree in subject area and preferably work experience in the following subject areas: Cybersecurity, Coding, Computer Networking, Graphic Design, and Medical Billing and Coding.
Potential adjunct online instructors are required to complete Canvas and Online Instructor Certification trainings to teach online at Pearl River Community College.
Status: Adjunct / Online Faculty (Semesterly)
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
For further information, please contact Michele Mitchell at mmitchell@prcc.edu.
Interested applicants should submit the Application for Employment and attach the following items within the application:
- Letter of interest
- Educational Philosophy
- Resume
- Official Transcript(s)
- Three (3) letters of reference with contact information
Status: Full time/12 months/Support Staff
Location: Poplarville
Overview: Administrative Assistant will successfully contribute to the work of the Office of the Executive Vice President for Instruction/Provost. This will include, but is not limited to the following:
- Monitoring the day to day operations of a highly active office
- Providing outstanding customer service
- Using multiple technologies on a daily basis
- Relying on exceptional organizational skills
- Solving problems spontaneously
- Working independently and in teams
- Supervising student workers
- Advising athletes
- Maintaining instructional records
- Managing catalog content updates
Requirements:
- AA or AAS degree required
- At least 1 year of customer service experience
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Interested applicants should submit the Application for Employment and attach the following items within the application:
- Resume
- Letter of Intent
- Three (3) Letters of Recommendation (to be received directly from the recommender). The recommender will need to email documents to hr@prcc.edu.
Job Description/Overview: This position requires individuals to have a desire to teach students to become registered nurses. The role includes an understanding of the inner functions of a nursing program as they relate to admissions, curricula, practice arenas, evaluations, and outcomes. The individual must have a thorough understanding of the use of technology as a supplemental instructional tool, express an aspiration toward life-long learning, and have an awareness of working as a member of a departmental team. The position requires the instruction of classroom and clinical content, the possession of effective leadership skills, and the ability to communicate effectively.
Status: Full-Time (9 months; Salary dependent upon practice and/or instructional experience)
Educational/Experience Requirements: Qualified applicants must hold a graduate degree with a major in nursing (concentration in nursing education preferred) from a regionally accredited institution, hold an unencumbered Mississippi RN license, have a minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience as a registered nurse (preferably medical/surgical, women’s health, pediatric, and/or mental health experience), and satisfy a criminal history background check.
Preferred Qualifications: A minimum of three (3) years of formal (nursing) instructional experience (preferably in an ADN or higher degree program) and hold certification as a nurse educator or a willingness to seek certification within three (3) years of employment.
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Interested applicants should submit the Application for Employment and attach the following items within the application:
- Curriculum vitae
- Letter of interest including nursing education philosophy
- Official undergraduate and graduate transcripts
- Three (3) professional references including contact information
Location: Forrest County Center and Poplarville
Job Description/Overview: This position requires individuals to have a desire to teach students to become registered nurses. The role includes an understanding of the inner functions of a nursing program as they relate to admissions, curricula, practice arenas, evaluations, and outcomes. The individual must have a thorough understanding of the use of technology as a supplemental instructional tool, express an aspiration toward life-long learning, and have an awareness of working as a member of a departmental team. The position requires the instruction of classroom and clinical content, the possession of effective leadership skills, and the ability to communicate effectively.
Status: Full-Time / Professional (12 months) Salary dependent upon practice and/or instructional experience and contract length.
Educational/Experience Requirements: Qualified applicants must hold a graduate degree with a major in nursing (concentration in nursing education preferred) from a regionally accredited institution, hold an unencumbered Mississippi RN license, and have a minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience as a registered nurse (preferably medical/surgical, women’s health, pediatric, and mental health experience), and satisfy a criminal history background check.
Preferred Qualifications: A minimum of three (3) years of formal (nursing) instructional experience (preferably in an ADN or higher degree program) and hold certification as a nurse educator or a willingness to seek certification within three (3) years of employment.
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Interested applicants should submit the Application for Employment and attach the following items within the application:
- Curriculum vitae
- Letter of interest including nursing education philosophy
- Official transcript
- Three (3) professional references including contact information
Location: Hancock County Campus
Overview: Potential applicants must be a full-time certified police officer. Two years of experience required.
Status: Full-time / Support Staff
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Interested applicants should submit the Application for Employment and attach the following items within the application:
- Resume
- State Law Enforcement Certificate
Location: Poplarville
Overview: Potential applicants must be a full-time certified police officer. Two years of experience required.
Status: Full-time / Support Staff
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Interested applicants should submit the Application for Employment and attach the following items within the application:
- Resume
- State Law Enforcement Certificate
Location: Forrest County Campus
Job Description/Overview: The Surgical Technology Program is seeking to hire a full-time instructor. Responsibilities may include didactic and laboratory instruction in addition to clinical supervision, instruction and direction and guidance of clinical students. Instructor will be responsible for clinical communication and documentation as required by ARC/STSA standards.
Status: Part Time (Adjunct)
Educational Requirements/Work Experience:
Faculty with instructional responsibilities in core surgical technology courses must:
1) Be a graduate of an education program in surgical technology accredited by a nationally recognized programmatic accreditation agency.
2) Possess a credential in the field of surgical technology through a national certification program that is accredited by the National Commission on Certifying Agencies (NCCA).
- Current CST or CSFA certification is the only certification meeting the requirements
3) Have a minimum total of two years of experience, either in the operating room scrub role or as an instructor in surgical technology, or a combination of both, within the past five years.
Recommended level of education for the Core Instructor is a baccalaureate degree or higher. Minimum of AAS Degree is preferred, but ST Certificate will be considered with plan to complete an AAS Degree.
Qualifications: Faculty/instructional staff must be effective in teaching and knowledgeable in subject matter as documented by appropriate professional credential(s)/certification(s), education, and experience in the designated content area.
Application Deadline: Open until filled
For further information, please contact Ms. Tammy Allhoff, Program Director of Surgical Technology at tallhoff@prcc.edu or (601) 554-5542.
Interested applicants should submit the Application for Employment and attach the following items within the application:
- Resume
- Educational Philosophy
- Three (3) professional letters of recommendations
- Proof of current CST or CSFA Certification
Job Description/Overview: The Practical Nursing Program is seeking to hire a full-time faculty member to assist with the day and evening/weekend options. The position requires both lecture and clinical duties.
Status: Full-Time / 12-Months / Professional
Educational Requirements/Work Experience: Applicants must hold an unencumbered registered nursing license in the state of Mississippi and have a minimum of three years of experience as a registered nurse.
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Anticipated beginning date of employment: Applicant pool
For further information, please contact Dr. Melissa Bryant at mbryant@prcc.edu.
Interested applicants should submit the Application for Employment and attach the following items within the application:
- Resume
- Educational Philosophy
- Three (3) professional letters of recommendations
- All College Transcripts
Job Description/Overview: Individuals must have a thorough understanding of the use of technology as a supplemental instructional tool, express an aspiration toward life-long learning, and have an awareness of working as a member of a departmental team. Preference will be given to applicants with at least five (5) years acute-care experience. Duties include but are not limited to: instructor of clinicals.
Status: Adjunct
Educational Requirements: Qualified applicants must have a Master’s degree in Nursing and hold a current Mississippi RN nursing licensure.
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Interested applicants should submit the Application for Employment and attach the following items within the application:
- Curriculum vitae
- Letter of interest including nursing education philosophy
- Three (3) professional references including contact information
- Official undergraduate and graduate transcripts
