Agricultural Program Specialist

Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date 10/17/2024 of the announcement including time-in-grade restrictions, specialized experience, as defined. Specialized experience for the GS-13 level: Applicants must have one full-time year (12 months) of specialized work experience in the agricultural field equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service. Experience that involved work in directing, developing, reviewing, administering and coordinating programs which demonstrate knowledge of the laws and regulations governing agricultural stabilization and conservation programs and of the particular application of national policies and objectives at the State level; understanding of farming practices and customs in the United States, and of the economic needs of farm communities at the State level; knowledge of current State and Federal agricultural trends; and ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with representatives of public and private organizations, farmers’ associations, and others, and to interpret regulations, programs and policies affecting them. 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 GS-12 grade level. For more information on the qualifications for this position, click here: Agricultural Program Specialist Series 1145 (opm.gov) 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.
This position is in the Farm Service Agency, Louisiana State Office, Farm Program Branch, located in Alexandria, Rapides County, Louisiana. About the position: The selectee plans, administers and reviews all aspects of the farm program activities.