County Executive Director in Training

Farm Service Agency • Raleigh, NC

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About The Position

The County Executive Director in Training (CEDT) position is a 52-week training program. The work location will be determined upon selection, and the program may require travel throughout North Carolina. Candidates must agree to accept a training assignment anywhere in the state and, depending on agency needs, may be expected to relocate within North Carolina after training. Initial appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of training; trainees who do not complete the required training satisfactorily will be separated without prejudice. Trainee performance is evaluated at the end of the program by the District Director, State Executive Director, State Committee, State Training Coordinator, State Office Specialist, and previous County Executive Director trainers. The position is a Title 7, non-federal, non-civil-service position. The announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.

Requirements

• Be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered with Selective Service or exempt.
• Be a high school graduate or equivalent.
• Be at least 18 years old, or 17 years old if a high school graduate.
• Pass the required background investigation and/or fingerprint check.
• Use direct deposit for federal payments.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• Successfully complete a one-year probationary period, if required.
• Meet the qualification and eligibility requirements in Handbook 27-PM by the announcement closing date.
• To qualify at CO-05: have four years of post-high-school education in an accredited institution, one year of qualifying general work experience, or a combination of education and experience. Qualifying work experience supports projects, programs, or assignments and demonstrates knowledge of agricultural operations, agricultural management, governmental programs, or related office and customer service functions, as well as ability to analyze problems, gather data, recognize solutions, plan and organize work, resolve conflict, and communicate orally and in writing.
• To qualify at CO-07: have one full year of graduate education; qualifying superior academic achievement with a bachelor's degree; one year of specialized experience equivalent to CO-05 or GS-05; or a combination of education and experience. Specialized experience demonstrates knowledge of basic fact-finding, analysis, and problem-solving methods applied to agricultural program requirements, and analytical and evaluative skills used to assess agricultural program operations and recommend improvements.
• To qualify at CO-09: have a master's or equivalent graduate degree, or two full academic years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree; one year of specialized experience equivalent to CO-07 or GS-07; one year of any supervisory experience; or a combination of education and experience. Specialized experience includes knowledge of agricultural program policies and practices to independently examine applications, supporting documents, and program reports, and experience assessing agricultural program operations and recommending improvements.
• Submit transcripts when qualifying based on education. Foreign education must be supported by evidence of equivalency to U.S. education standards; transcripts must be in English or include an English translation. Unofficial transcripts may be submitted initially, but official transcripts are required before entering on duty if selected.

Responsibilities

• Complete a minimum 52-week training program satisfactorily.
• Accept a training assignment wherever located within North Carolina.
• Travel throughout North Carolina as required by the training program.
• Relocate within North Carolina after training if required by agency needs.
• Demonstrate satisfactory performance during training, which is evaluated at the end of the 52-week period.

Benefits

• Employees and their families have access to a comprehensive federal employee benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED