City warning Citywide Hurricane Warning Moss Point is under a Hurricane Warning and a Storm Surge Warning. Expect winds of 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 50 mph, possibly 58 to 73 mph. Storm surge of 4 to 7 feet above ground is possible in surge prone areas from Friday morning until Saturday morning, with 3 to 6 inches of rain and a few tornadoes possible. Complete preparations now, and leave immediately if evacuation orders are given for your area. Sandbags: Sue Ellen Gym and the Central Fire Station. Bring a shovel. See all city alerts
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Human Resources & Risk Management

The people behind the city.

Director Veneice A. Barnett. Recruitment, professional development, benefits, legal compliance, and risk management for every City of Moss Point employee.

Mission

Helping the city's workforce reach their fullest potential.

The Office of Human Resources and Risk Management provides leadership and expertise in helping the city's Executive Team, Department Heads, and employees reach their fullest potential. We do this by providing services and implementing policies, procedures, and programs that attract, hire, retain, and support a qualified, talented, and diverse workforce.

Our role is to provide the tools the city's workforce needs to maximize their efficiency and effectiveness, to help create a safe, healthy, and productive working environment, and to develop and implement people-oriented processes.

We specialize in

Five core areas.

  • Benefits & Compensation
  • Legal Compliance
  • Professional Development & Training
  • Recruitment
  • Reward & Recognition
Risk Management

Filing a claim against the City.

The City's Risk Management program is administered through the Human Resources Department. Its goal is to reduce the financial impact of claims, lawsuits, and employee injuries while providing a safe environment for employees and the public.

Step 1

How to file a claim.

Claims filed against the City must be made in writing in accordance with the Mississippi Tort Claim Act 11-46-11. Claims should be filed as soon as possible and must be presented no later than one (1) year after the date of the incident.

Step 2

What to include.

For property damage: photographs, estimates, invoices, bills, receipts, and a detailed list of damages. For personal injury: detailed documentation of the injury and related medical expenses.

Submit a claim
City of Moss Point · Attn: Human Resources Department 4320 McInnis Avenue
Moss Point, MS 39563
Processing time
Please allow forty-five (45) days for processing and investigation. Any request from the City for additional information does not imply acceptance of liability.
Contact

Reach Human Resources.

Director
Veneice A. Barnett · Director of HR & Risk Management
Address
4320 McInnis Avenue
Moss Point, MS 39563
Hours
Monday through Friday · 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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The City is always looking for talented, dedicated people. Browse open positions and apply through the Career Hub portal.

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