AGRICULTURE UNIT COORDINATOR

State of Arkansas

18d

About The Position

The mission of the Department of Corrections is to be a public safety resource for Arkansas families by providing professional management solutions and evidence-based rehabilitative initiatives for offenders. All DOC positions are designated as Safety Sensitive Positions and are subject to random drug testing pursuant to the Secretarial Directive governing Personnel Drug Testing. Medical marijuana usage, as defined in Amendment 93 of the Arkansas Constitution, prohibits Personnel in a Safety-Sensitive Position from the use of medical marijuana even if they are qualifying patient under the amendment and/or hold a registry identification card. Department Personnel are prohibited from the use or possession of a medicinal marijuana card pursuant to this policy and state law.The Agricultural Unit Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the daily operations and administration of an assigned agricultural unit within a state agency. This position ensures the effective implementation of agricultural programs, regulatory compliance, and resource management while fostering collaboration between stakeholders.

Requirements

Understanding of agriculture, farming practices, resource conservation, and industry regulations.
Ability to analyze agricultural data, prepare reports, and evaluate program success.
Ability to supervise personnel, delegate tasks, and foster a collaborative work environment.
Skilled in prioritizing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for engagement with the public and policy discussions.
Minimum of one year of experience in agricultural programs, farm management, or program coordination.

Responsibilities

Coordinate daily activities and projects within the agricultural unit to ensure alignment with agency goals.
Monitor unit performance, identify challenges, and implement solutions to enhance efficiency.
Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation for compliance and performance tracking.
Assist in developing, implementing, and evaluating agricultural policies and programs.
Develop educational materials, reports, and presentations to support outreach efforts.
Ensure unit operations adhere to state and federal agricultural regulations.
Assist in the development and enforcement of agricultural standards and best practices.
Collaborate with compliance officers and inspectors to maintain regulatory adherence.
Assist in the management of unit budgets, grants, and financial resources.
Track expenditures and resource allocation to ensure efficient use of funding.
Support grant applications, funding proposals, and reporting requirements.