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Visalia, CA
Abilene, TX
Lubbock, TX
$90,000 - $120,000 PA
18 hours ago
Full Time
Mid Level
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Supervisory Agricultural Commodity Grader (Cotton) (Assistant Area Director)
The Cotton Classing Office administers assigned programs on cotton and related commodities provided for in legislative and administrative requirements in connection with standards, marketing services, and allied regulatory responsibilities. As Assistant Area Director of a large, complex classing office, you will assist the Area Director in directing, administering, and carrying out programs and activities assigned to the office.
- The duties may include, but are not limited to:
- Participates in the formulation of programs within the assigned territory and in national policies by contributing ideas, suggestions, and recommendations with respect to the cotton classing services.
- Responsibility for the classification of samples submitted in connection with the Program’s cotton classification program.
- Oversees the High Volume Instrument (HVI) operations to insure that readings are within tolerances, instruments are properly calibrated, and repairs are made on a timely basis.
- Represents the Program in assigned geographical area in contacting state and local officials on the Smith-Doxey Act, other applicable governing legislation, and other assigned functions.
- Plans and assigns the work of the group with the assistance of subordinate supervisors so as to minimize the backlog of samples to be classed.
- Reviews the work of field representatives, including their market information reports.
Requirements
Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including time-in-grade restrictions, specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. TIME-IN-GRADE: Current federal employees applying for a promotion opportunity must meet time-in-grade (TIG) requirement of 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the position being filled. FOR THE GS-12 LEVEL: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-11 grade level) that demonstrates: Leading, directing and supervising a diverse work staff of permanent and seasonal employees working multiple shifts. Experience in Cotton Classing standards, Quality Management Program, High Volume Instrument grading, data analysis, equipment and building maintenance. Leading operations, providing communications and facilitating the priorities, mission and vision of the organization. Providing written and oral communication on technical matters, operational and personnel matters to large and small groups and to individuals. There is no education substitution for this grade level. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.