Agricultural Marketing Specialist (Program Coordinator)

Summary This position is located in Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), Specialty Crops Program (SCP), Specialty Crops Inspection (SCI) Division, Business Management Services (BMS). The incumbent serves as an advisor and assistant on the administration of SCI programs providing expert advice and guidance on broad projects and programs with national impact. Responsibilities The duties may include, but are not limited to: Assists in providing division-wide management analysis and process improvement initiatives. Develops, revises, and implementation of policies, procedures, and instructional guidance for nationwide SCI operations. Actively participates with Management on issues involving organizational development, position management, and personnel needs. Provides technical guidance to Field Support Branch staff in the development and execution of the nationwide inspection, auditing and certification for fresh and processed fruits and related products. Works closely with officials from other organizations in effectively dealing with the various Division programs. Plans, organizes, coordinates, and conducts analytical studies to identify and examine program, administrative, and resource management trends and problem areas. Carries out special projects as assigned and undertakes other additional duties without adversely affecting proficiency on primary workload or the quality of work products. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including time-in-grade restrictions, specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. TIME-IN-GRADE: Current federal employees applying for a promotion opportunity must meet time-in-grade (TIG) requirement of 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the position being filled. FOR THE GS-13 LEVEL: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-12 level) that may have been obtained in the private or public (local, county, state, Federal) sectors which demonstrates: Experience conducting analytical studies or applying qualitative and quantitative methods to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of inspection, auditing, and certification programs for fresh and processed fruits, vegetables, edible nuts, and specialty products. Experience negotiating with management to adopt recommendations affecting priorities, staffing, resource allocation to ensure compliance with Agency, Program, and Division directives. Experience advising leadership on program developments and strategic planning involving the support and development of management, supervisory, technical, and administrative personnel. Experience in preparing reports, briefings, and recommendations to ensure the consistent implementation of policies. Note: There is no education substitution for this grade level. TRANSCRIPTS are not required. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education This position does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional Information Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP), Reemployment Priority List (RPL), or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP): Visit the OPM website for information on how to apply as a CTAP, RPL, or ICTAP eligible. To exercise selection priority for this vacancy, CTAP/RPL/ICTAP candidates must meet the basic eligibility requirements and all selective factors. CTAP/ICTAP candidates must be rated and determined to be well qualified (or above) based on an evaluation of the competencies listed in the How You Will Be Evaluated section. CTAP/ICTAP applicants must receive a rating of at least 85 out of a possible 100 to receive selection priority. Locality pay will vary based upon the selectee's duty location. A final salary determination will be made upon selection. Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended, that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here. This position involves Mobile Work: Mobile work is characterized by routine and regular travel to conduct work in customer or other worksites as opposed to a single authorized alternative worksite. Examples of mobile work include site audits, site inspections, investigations, property management, and work performed while commuting, traveling between worksites, or on Temporary Duty (TDY).