County Program Analyst/Trainee

Farm Service Agency • Wray, CO

12d • Onsite

About The Position

This County Program Analyst position is located in the Yuma County FSA Office in Wray, Colorado. The role carries out county office activities and functions related to one or more administered program areas. It involves explaining procedures, program regulations, and forms to producers and agency personnel; using web-based software to maintain producer data and process automated forms; and applying initiative and judgment to plan and complete assigned work and resolve problems. The position may be filled at different CO levels based on the applicant’s education and experience.

Requirements

• Be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
• For males born after December 31, 1959, be registered with Selective Service or be exempt.
• Pass satisfactory background adjudication and/or fingerprint checks.
• Provide a REAL ID, passport, U.S. military card, or current PIV card as required for completion.
• Complete a one-year probationary period unless previously served.
• Receive federal payments by direct deposit.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• Be a high school graduate or have a GED, and be at least 18 years old, or 17 years old if a high school graduate.
• Meet the education and/or experience qualification requirements for the applicable CO grade. CO-03 requires high school graduation or GED. CO-04 requires two years of postsecondary education, an associate degree, at least three months of qualifying general work experience, or a combination. CO-05 requires four years of postsecondary education, a bachelor's degree, at least one year of qualifying general work experience, or a combination. CO-07 requires one year of graduate education, superior academic achievement with a bachelor's degree, one year of specialized experience equivalent to CO-05 or GS-05, or a combination. CO-09 requires a master's or equivalent graduate degree, two full academic years of progressively higher-level graduate education, one year of specialized experience equivalent to CO-07 or GS-07, or a combination.
• Submit transcripts and supporting education documentation when qualifying based on education; transcripts must be in English or accompanied by an English translation. Foreign education must be shown to meet U.S. education standards.

Responsibilities

• Carry out county office activities and functions pertaining to one or more administered program areas.
• Interpret and explain procedures, program regulations, and forms to producers and other agency personnel.
• Use web-based software applications to maintain producer data and process automated forms.
• Use initiative and judgment to plan and carry out assigned tasks and resolve problems encountered.

Benefits

• A comprehensive benefits package is available to federal employees; eligibility depends on position type, including whether it is full-time, part-time, or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for details about specific benefits.

What This Job Offers

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