Fruit and Vegetable Marketing Specialist (Regulatory)

Agricultural Marketing Service•Tucson, AZ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is located in a regional office of the Division, which administers the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA) and the Produce Agency Act (PAA). PACA prohibits unfair trade practices in the marketing of fresh and frozen fruits and vegetables in interstate or foreign commerce. The position handles regulatory and industry-assistance work involving complaints, licensing, investigations, and administration of these Acts. Duties listed are for the full-performance level; assignments at developmental grade levels are more limited in scope, complexity, and independence.

Requirements

Be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National.
Individuals born male after December 31, 1959, must be registered with Selective Service or exempt.
Successfully complete a background investigation and/or fingerprint check.
Successfully complete a one-year probationary period unless previously served.
Use direct deposit for federal payments.
Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
Hold a valid state driver's license at the time of application.
Be enrolled in Continuous Vetting.
For GS-07, qualify through one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-05, including reviewing technical documents against program standards, using written documentation and computer databases to prepare reports and case-file information, and interpreting grading procedures and U.S. grade standards for a commodity; or through qualifying graduate education, superior academic achievement, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
For GS-09, qualify through one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-07, including researching laws relating to business structures, bankruptcy, and state regulatory functions; collecting evidence and developing investigation findings under licensing, complaint, disciplinary, and trust provisions; and analyzing evidence to develop findings and recommendations; or through qualifying graduate education, a related LL.B. or J.D., or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
For GS-11, qualify through one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-09, including applying business procedures, laws, and regulations related to business structures, bankruptcy, and state regulatory functions; developing regulatory documents that describe, justify, and establish legal requirements; and reviewing, researching, and analyzing industry proposals or economic or business data; or through qualifying doctoral education, a related LL.M., or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Provide transcripts when qualifying based on education, a combination of education and experience, or Superior Academic Achievement; qualifying education must be completed at an accredited institution.
For combinations of education and experience at GS-07, GS-09, or GS-11, the combined qualifying percentages must total at least 100 percent.
Applicants must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by the announcement's closing date.

Responsibilities

Handle complex contractual disputes in reparation complaints through correspondence or personal contact with the parties involved.
Conduct complex personal investigations and audits of business records.
Conduct licensing activities for firms within the region.
Update the Division database with information and activities related to complaints, licenses, violators, and administrative matters.
Provide counseling and advice to industry members on program operations and activities.
Advise industry members of their rights, responsibilities, and obligations under the Acts.
Appear as an official government witness at administrative hearings and court proceedings involving actions under PACA.
Adhere to Equal Employment and Civil Rights policies, goals, and objectives.