Ports and Airports

Notes 28 Miss. Code. R. § 303-03-324 Amended11/1/2018

Notes 28 Miss. Code. R. § 303-03-326 Amended11/1/2018

Notes 28 Miss. Code. R. § 303-03-328 Amended11/1/2018

Notes 28 Miss. Code. R. § 303-03-330 Amended11/1/2018

Notes 28 Miss. Code. R. § 303-03-332 Amended11/1/2018

Notes 28 Miss. Code. R. § 303-03-334 Amended11/1/2018

Notes 28 Miss. Code. R. § 303-03-336 Amended11/1/2018

Notes 28 Miss. Code. R. § 303-04-338 Amended11/1/2018

Notes 28 Miss. Code. R. § 303-04-340 Amended11/1/2018

Notes 28 Miss. Code. R. § 303-04-342 Amended11/1/2018

Notes 28 Miss. Code. R. § 303-04-344 Amended11/1/2018

Notes 28 Miss. Code. R. § 303-04-346 Amended11/1/2018

Notes 28 Miss. Code. R. § 303-04-348 Amended11/1/2018

[Repealed] Notes 28 Miss. Code. R. § 303-04-350

Notes 28 Miss. Code. R. § 303-04-352 Amended11/1/2018

The Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport (referred to herein throughout as the "MSPA" or the "Port" or the "Mississippi State Port Authority"), is a State agency (a Governing Authority) and operates under co-authority of the Mississippi Development Authority and an appoin…

All hiring, promotion, and job assignment practices shall be on the basis of performance and qualifications. A. Unless otherwise directed, when a position to be filled at the Mississippi State Port Authority becomes open or a vacancy occurs, a job opening notice shall be posted a…

It is the policy of the Mississippi State Port Authority that all supervisors and other employees who do not have separate individual written contracts with the MSPA for a specific, fixed term of employment are employed at the will of MSPA for an indefinite period. Supervisors an…

At MSPA, all decisions regarding applicants and employees are made without regard to race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability or military status. All employees advance on the basis of their performance and qualifications, without discrimination on the b…

If any employee believes that he or she or any other employee has been subjected to any of the following, it is very important that they report it immediately, orally or in writing, to their supervisor, the Human Resources Officer, or the Executive Director: A. Improper political…

These are serious matters, and there shall not be any retaliation against an employee for reporting. If the complaint is against the immediate supervisor of the employee, the employee should make his or her report orally or in writing, directly to the HRO or Executive Director. N…

Employees shall be held responsible to protect, conserve and account for the tools and equipment assigned to, and signed for, by them. In accordance with Mississippi Code Annotated Section 29-9-17(2) the Port Authority shall demand swift recovery of the value of equipment assigne…

The Mississippi State Port Authority Board of Commissioners adopted a Code of Ethics for ALL Mississippi State Port Authority employees. As a public employee, you are responsible for conducting MSPA business solely in the public interest. MSPA, as a State agency, is committed to …

Employees of MSPA should be especially careful to avoid using, or appearing to use, an official position for personal gain, or giving unjustified preferences. All employees must not lose sight of the need for efficient and impartial decisions in the operation of MSPA. No act shou…

MSPA recognizes the importance of providing a work place with safe conditions. We ask for employee's help in maintaining a risk-free environment. An employee's example will greatly influence his or her fellow employees. Safety is contagious. A. All employees are asked to adhere s…

Examples of work rules are established to insure the safe and orderly operation of MSPA in the day to day performance of its mission. Notes 28 Miss. Code. R. 305-2.1 Mississippi Code §§ 59-1-1, 59-1-9 and 59-5-21 Amended 5/28/2020 Amended 12/3/2020

A. MSPA respects each of its employees, and will not tolerate any form of sexual harassment in the workplace. Accordingly, MSPA will not permit conduct or language that creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive working environment for other employees. This includes, for exam…

Except for the maintenance and operations departments, there are no specified uniforms for employees of the MSPA. Maintenance and operations employees will be furnished uniforms, and they shall be worn while on the job. There shall be no deviation from the prescribed uniforms unl…

All safety equipment required by employees in carrying out their duties and responsibilities shall be supplied by the Port Authority. Employees shall strictly adhere to all safety requirements. Safety shoes and equipment (gloves, goggles, masks, hard hats, etc.) will be worn whil…

Employees working in any hard hat area or around mechanical equipment will follow these rules: A. No rings will be worn at any time while working with or around moving equipment, electricity or batteries. B. No watch bands or neck chains will be worn. Pocket watches are allowed. …

Employees at MSPA currently receive regular pay for ten (10) holidays. All employees shall observe the following designated holidays: A. New Year's Day (First of January) B. Martin Luther King's/Robert E. Lee's Birthday (Third Monday of January) C. President's Day (Third Monday o…

Unless otherwise provided in writing by the Executive Director, employee's initial six (6) months of service with the Port Authority or employee's initial six (6) months of service in a new position at the Port Authority, constitutes a probationary period. This trial period enabl…

Appraisals of employee performances are used to measure the progress and performance of employees. A. All appraisals shall be performed on forms approved by the Executive Director. B. An employee's appraisal is his or her supervisor's assessment of their performance on the job. E…

Employees will be provided written notice and opportunity for a hearing in case of any termination or disciplinary suspension without pay, and in case of lay-off or any other action that will have a substantial effect on their compensation. This does not include actions that are …

In order to meet changes in technology or economic conditions at the Port, the Mississippi State Port Authority may be required, from time to time, to eliminate positions and to reduce its workforce. No actions involving layoff or action which may affect compensation shall be tak…

A. All employees driving a Mississippi State Port Authority Vehicle, or any other vehicle on MSPA business, must have a valid Mississippi State Driver's License. When driving a MSPA vehicle, or any other vehicle on MSPA business or onto MSPA property, it is the responsibility of …

A. Normal work hours for the Mississippi State Port Authority are 0800 to 1700 hours, Monday through Friday, with an hour meal period. Under normal conditions, each regular employee may be allowed to two (2) ten (10) minute rest periods during his or her workday. B. Supervisors s…

The Mississippi State Port Authority absolutely prohibits any form of substance abuse by employees while on Port Authority premises or while conducting Mississippi State Port Authority business. For this purpose, substance abuse means use, possession, sale, manufacture, distribut…

From time to time, the Mississippi State Port Authority will sponsor, promote, or offer continuing education and training programs for employees of MSPA. All education and training programs shall be directly related to furthering and enhancing the overall professionalism of the M…

A. Employees may be required to travel in the performance of assigned duties. When an employee travels on official business, the employee is an official representative of MSPA, and the employee's conduct and actions reflect upon the image of MSPA. B. All travel shall be coordinat…

Supervisors shall establish work schedules to meet efficient, productive, and smooth Port authority operations. Work schedules shall be established to meet Port operational requirements, but shall, to the extent practical and feasible, be designed to avoid overtime hours. When an…

A. This section is not intended to create a contract between the MSPA and its employees and does not hinder MSPA's right to terminate an employee, without notice, for a good reason, a bad reason, or no reason at all. B. All employees are expected to be aware of and to comply with…

A. Employees are expected to report to and leave work during the normal work hours for the Port Authority or at the time designated by his or her supervisor. B. Employees shall arrange planned absences with their supervisor as far in advance as reasonable and feasible. C. Employe…

Employees shall apply themselves to their assigned duties during the full work schedule for which they are being compensated. Notes 28 Miss. Code. R. 305-2.6 Mississippi Code §§ 59-1-1, 59-1-9 and 59-5-21 Amended 5/28/2020 Amended 12/3/2020

Employees of the MSPA should take pride and have integrity in their professional appearance and employment performances. Standards of dress and grooming should be in compliance with the accepted business practices and safety considerations of our community and industry. Administr…

Employees shall meet the performance standards set by their supervisor or MSPA. Notes 28 Miss. Code. R. 305-2.8 Mississippi Code §§ 59-1-1, 59-1-9 and 59-5-21 Amended 5/28/2020 Amended 12/3/2020