County Executive Director

Farm Service Agency • Broadus, MT

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About The Position

County Executive Director positions direct and manage program and administrative operations for one or more counties. The role carries out permanent and ad hoc farm bill programs and USDA policies, as well as crop insurance operations under policies established by the Risk Management Agency. The Director may perform farm loan program assignments based on delegated authorities, conducts office and field activities as needed to accomplish program objectives, and manages and directs subordinate staff. The position is employed by the local Farm Service Agency (FSA) committee(s) and is open only to current permanent CO or GS employees. If the selectee is not a current County Executive Director or has not successfully completed the CEDT program, successful completion of the CEDT training program is required. The position is a Title 7, Non-Federal, Non-Civil Service position. The announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered with Selective Service or exempt.
• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years old, or 17 years old if a high school graduate.
• Subject to satisfactory adjudication of a background investigation and/or fingerprint check.
• Must provide a REAL ID, passport, U.S. military card, or current PIV card for completion of requirements.
• Must participate in direct deposit for federal payments.
• Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• Successful completion of a one-year supervisory/managerial probationary period, if required.
• Financial disclosure form FSA-324 is required.
• Applicants must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by the announcement closing date.
• At least 52 weeks of total experience acquired through one to three temporary promotions during the most recent five-year period is required, as specified in the announcement.
• For CO-09 qualification through experience: one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least CO-7 or GS-7, demonstrating knowledge of agricultural program policies and practices to independently examine applications, supporting documents, and program reports, and applying analytical and evaluative techniques to assess agricultural program operations and recommend improvements; alternatively, qualifying graduate education or a combination of education and experience may qualify.
• For CO-11 qualification: one year of specialized supervisory experience equivalent to at least CO-9 or GS-9, typically in or related to the position, such as FSA supervisory, CEDT, or Program Analyst in Charge/Program Technician in Charge experience within the last five years.
• For CO-12 qualification: one year of specialized supervisory experience equivalent to at least CO-11 or GS-11, typically in or related to the position, such as FSA supervisory, CEDT, or Program Analyst in Charge/Program Technician in Charge experience within the last five years.
• If qualifying based on education, submit a college transcript with course details. Foreign education must be appropriately accredited as equivalent to U.S. education standards. Transcripts must be in English or accompanied by an English translation; selected applicants must provide official transcripts before entering on duty.
• Only current permanent CO or GS employees may apply.

Nice To Haves

• Out-of-state CEDTs who have successfully completed the CEDT Program may be considered.
• Former FSA supervisory/managerial CO or GS employees who served within the last five years and have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience may be considered.
• Current Program Analysts who meet the specified prior CEDT, STC-register extension, or Program Analyst in Charge/Program Technician in Charge service conditions may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage program and administrative operations for one or more counties.
• Carry out permanent and ad hoc farm bill programs and policies established by USDA.
• Carry out crop insurance operations under policies established by the Risk Management Agency (RMA).
• Perform farm loan program assignments based on delegated authorities, as applicable.
• Perform office and field activities as needed to accomplish program objectives.
• Manage and direct activities of subordinate staff.

Benefits

• A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is described; employees and their families may have access to a range of benefits. Specific benefit eligibility depends on position type, and applicants are advised to contact the hiring agency for details.

What This Job Offers

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