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 1 vacancy - Fairbury, NE

Veteran Preference does not apply.

This is a non-federal position.



Major Duties

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:  Responsible for directing and managing program and administrative operations of the County FSA Office as required to carry out authorized operations of production flexibility, price support, conservation, environmental quality, risk management, emergency, defense, farm loan, and related programs.  Duties include performing office and field activities as needed to accomplish program objectives.  The incumbent is employed by the local County FSA Committee and takes appropriate action to ensure that County FSA Committee policies and objectives are properly communicated to and carried out by subordinate employees, and performing basic farm loan program assignments.  Employs, trains and supervises subordinate County Office and Field employees.

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the basic eligibility requirements may file for consideration by sending the following MANDATORY information to the address below:

-     Application.  You must submit an FSA-675 (Application for FSA County Employment) or resume.  You must include your SSN, your country of citizenship, education, and work experience.

-     A copy of your most recent performance appraisal (within 18 months).  Candidates who are unable to provide their most recent performance appraisal must provide written justification for its absence.

-     Supplemental KSA statements responding to evaluation criteria.

-     Current or former employees must submit a copy of their latest Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) that shows civil service status for Federal employees or shows status for FSA County Committee employees.

-     A copy of college transcript (if you are using education to qualify).

If you have any questions regarding this announcement or need to request an application form, FSA-675, contact Patty Kmiecik at (402) 437-5287 or Mike Sander at (402) 437-5286.  FSA-675 forms may be obtained from any FSA County Office. 

The use of U. S. Government envelopes and postage is prohibited.  Applications received in such envelopes will not be considered.

Applications and all required information can be FAXed to (402) 437-5573.  Faxed applications and KSA's will be accepted by the closing date only if followed by an original application and KSA's postmarked by the closing date.  Employment applications may be mailed through the U. S. Postal Service or any commercial or private carrier (i.e., Federal Express, United Parcel Service, etc.).  Please use the following address:




Contact Information:
Patty Kmiecik

Phone: (402) 437-5287

Fax: (402) 437-5573

Email: Patty.Kmiecik@ne.usda.gov


Or write:
Nebraska State FSA Office
7131 A Street
Lincoln, NE 68510-4202

US

Fax: (402) 437-5573


What To Expect Next:
Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. You will be notified of the outcome.

Required Skills

Qualifications

These qualifications are in accordance with requirements in Handbook 27-PM.  Applicants must be U. S. citizens, high school graduates or equivalent, and be at least 18 years of age or 17 years of age for high school graduates.  Applicants must demonstrate specialized experience which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.  Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the specialized experience described below:

CO-9:  Qualifying Specialized Experience:

One year of specialized experience equivalent to the CO/GS-7/8 grade levels.  Applicants must demonstrate experience in providing program interpretation, and instruction for an agriculture program area or operational phases of farm loan programs.  Such work experience included acquiring data and providing information to producers, farm loan borrowers and farming operations; writing summary reports; assisting staff with policy guidance; arranging and scheduling activities of subordinates to complete technical/clerical review.

CO-11:  Qualifying Specialized Experience:

One year of specialized experience equivalent to the CO/GS-9 grade levels.  Applicants must demonstrate experience in independently conducting agricultural operations or in participating in the overall administration of one or more agricultural program areas.  Such work experience included actively participating in the development or implementation of local farm program policies; applying knowledge of agricultural principles; making presentations or providing training; planning and organizing work of lower level employees.

CO-12:  Qualifying Specialized Experience:

One year of specialized experience equivalent to the CO/GS-11 grade levels.  Applicants must demonstrate experience in administering or significantly impacting administration of one or more agricultural programs.  Such work experience included providing technical information and assistance regarding farm programs to representative of business and community groups; leading in the development of local farm program policies; manages all day-to-day operations of the office; employs subordinate staff.


You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position.


Date Posted: July 14, 2008

Job Details

Job Location

Candidate Application

Employer: Department Of Agriculture Address: Contact:
Job Type: Full-time City: Omaha
Experience:Any State: Nebraska
Education: High School / GED Zip Code:68104 Online: Website Link

Salary and Benefits

Salary Range:  45,040.00 - 84,913.00 USD per year

Benefits

This is a permanent full-time non-federal appointment.  Eligible for health and life insurance, annual (vacation) and sick leave and will be covered by a federal retirement system and Thrift Savings Plan.

RELOCATION EXPENSES:

Relocation expenses may be authorized. 

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Selection and retention in this position is contingent on a successfully adjudicated FBI National Criminal History Check (fingerprint check) and a background investigation.  Prior to employment, applicable selectees will be required to complete certain paperwork and the information collected on this form is used to determine suitability for employment.



You will also be required to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application/resume.  You must answer all questions truthfully and completely.  A false statement on any part of the declaration or other forms may be grounds for not hiring you or for firing you after you begin work. 




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