Agriculture and Foreign Labor Specialist

AZ Dept. of Economic Security•Phoenix, AZ

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Economic Security (DES) is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as an Agriculture and Foreign Labor Specialist with the Workforce Development Administration (WDA). This position is responsible for providing a wide range of Foreign Labor Certification (FLC) statewide activities, adhering to U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Foreign Labor Certification rules and regulations. Services are provided through 1:1 or group interactions, will include field visits, and may include virtual/digital or telephonic means. Services include but are not limited to: planning, coordinating, and participating in outreach events, housing inspections, orientations, processing of applications, facilitating recruitment for applications, and conducting employer meetings. The Agriculture and Foreign Labor Specialist assists in the successful implementation of the Foreign Labor Certification and H-2A Temporary Agricultural Program (H-2A Program) and H-2B Temporary Non-Agricultural Workers (H-2B Program) administered by (DOL). The work is supported through lean management principles. Will be required to meet or exceed individual or program performance requirements/expectations. This position's work location may be adjusted to meet business demand.

Requirements

Must be willing and able to work in housing or farm locations; rural remote areas of the state; extreme temperatures (range from 20 degrees F to over 100 degrees); work outside of traditional 8-5 & M-F work hours; and have potential exposure to plant pollens, insects and noxious plants, and to fields and plant materials which have been treated with insect and/or disease control sprays.
Knowledge of Interviewing techniques, assessment tools and strategies and transferable skills.
Knowledge of social, cultural, and economic conditions that impact the populations and area(s) served.
Knowledge of special needs of minority groups and disadvantaged persons.
Knowledge of Google Suite.
Skills in customer service, teamwork, collaboration, and interpersonal communication, including de-escalation and conflict resolution.
Skills in written and verbal communication, including public speaking, presentation, and interviewing.
Skills in collecting and using data, problem-solving and decision-making.
Ability to learn & apply applicable Federal and State laws, regulations, and procedures, to include Department of Labor, Department of Economic Security, and Department of Administration rules, policies, and procedures.
Ability to plan and organize work in accordance with Division priorities and time management methodology.
Ability to work effectively independently and as a member of diverse teams.
Ability to work with clients of diverse backgrounds.
Spanish/English proficiency.
Complete training as specified in 20 CFR 653.107(7).
Successfully pass background and reference checks.
Successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license.
Complete all required driver training.
Successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks.
Maintain acceptable driving records.

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years of experience working with Agricultural Foreign Labor.

Responsibilities

Travel and conduct outreach events, housing inspections, field check, orientations, and employer meetings in areas throughout the state.
Travel and conduct Agricultural Prevailing Wage and Practice Surveys throughout Arizona to determine common employment practices and average wages.
Complete and maintain accurate records and reports, including case notes, to report to Department of Labor or enforcement agencies.
Handle complaints through the Employment Service and Employment-Related Law Complaint System (Complaint System); perform stakeholder education and outreach; and promote Agricultural Recruitment System (ARS) - recruiting, referring, & follow up to domestic Migrant and Seasonal Farmworkers.
Support State Monitor Advocate and Foreign Labor Certification Coordinator.
Other duties as assigned as related to this position.

Benefits

Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans.
Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans.
10 paid holidays per year.
Paid vacation and sick time.
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child.
Deferred compensation plan.
Wellness plans.
Tuition Reimbursement.
Stipend Opportunities.
Infant at Work Program.
Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy.
Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities.