County Executive Director

Farm Service Agency • Duncan, OK

19h • Onsite

About The Position

This is a County Executive Director position located in Stephens/Jefferson County Farm Service Agency (FSA) in Stephens, Oklahoma. This position is employed by the local Farm Service Agency (FSA) committee(s). The role is responsible for directing and managing program and administrative operations for one or more counties. This includes carrying out permanent and ad hoc farm bill programs and policies established by USDA, as well as crop insurance operations under policies established by the Risk Management Agency (RMA). The position may also perform farm loan program assignments based on delegated authorities and conduct office and field activities to accomplish program objectives. Additionally, the County Executive Director will manage and direct the activities of subordinate staff.

Requirements

• Must be a US Citizen or US National.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service Registered or Exempt.
• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent.
• Must be 18 years of age or 17 years of age for high school graduates.
• Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.
• Requiring a REAL ID and/or Passport, U.S. Military card or current PIV card for completion.
• All Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• Successful completion of one-year supervisory/managerial probationary period, if required.
• Financial Disclosure Required (FSA-324).
• Must have more than 52 weeks of total experience acquired on 1 to 3 temporary promotions during the most recent 5-year period.
• Applicants must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by the closing date in the announcement.

Nice To Haves

• Out-of-State CEDTs who have successfully completed the CEDT Program.
• Former (within the last 5 years) FSA supervisory/managerial CO or GS employees with a minimum of 52 weeks of specialized experience.
• Current Program Analyst, who: previously completed the CEDT program within the last 5 years and: requested to remain on the STC register for a 1-year extension exceeded the combined 2-year time limit for the STC register served as Program Analyst in Charge or (Program Technician in Charge) for more than 1 year within the last 5 years.
• If the selectee is not a current CED or has not successfully completed the CEDT program, then successful completion of the CEDT training program per requirements in handbook 27-PM paragraphs 472P and 477 is required. This training may be included as part of your performance plan.

Responsibilities

• Directing and managing program and administrative operations for one or more counties.
• Carrying out permanent and ad hoc farm bill programs and policies established by USDA.
• Carrying out crop insurance operations under policies established by the Risk Management Agency (RMA).
• Performing farm loan program assignments based on authorities delegated.
• Performing office and field activities as needed to accomplish program objectives.
• Managing and directing activities of subordinate staff.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

What This Job Offers

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