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Job DescriptionAGRICULTURE PROGRAM MGR
Posting Begin Date: 2024/01/02
Posting End Date: 2024/01/17
Category: Agriculture
Sub Category: Natural Resources
Work Type: Full Time
Location: Boise, ID, United States
Minimum Salary: 31.93
Maximum Salary: 31.93
Pay Rate Type: Hourly
Description
"Serving consumers and agriculture by safeguarding the public, plants, animals and the environment through promotion, education and regulation." The Idaho State Department of Agriculture is currently recruiting for a FSMA Program Manager located in the Boise office.This announcement will close at 4:59 p.m. on January 17, 2024. Apply today!
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES -
1. Program management responsibility for all phases of the FSMA and Hemp programs including decision-making authority which requires a wide variety of program/project responsibilities which may include: development of program plans, policies, procedures, and strategies to accomplish plans; program evaluation; staff work assignments; performance evaluations; policy communication; negotiation; contract compliance; and legal case preparation.
2. Develop a multi-year strategic plan for the FSMA and Hemp regulatory programs, monitor the implementation of the strategic plans, and evaluate and revise the plans as needed.
3. Assist in the development and adhere to the program budgets.
4. Monitor contract requirements and grant activities.
5. Track accomplishments and ensure accountability to meet all of the requirements of the FDA Cooperative Agreement including timelines, reports, and budget.
6. Assist in the involvement of cooperators, food safety experts, and industry stakeholders in developing an assessment and plan for education, outreach, and technical assistance for the regulated community.
7. Build networks with industry experts and stakeholders through meetings and information gathering to introduce awareness of the FSMA rules and requirements and create an atmosphere of shared knowledge, trust, and collaboration between the regulators and the regulated community.
8. Provide training, educational outreach, presentations, and technical assistance to staff, interest groups, legislators and the general public.
9. Develop and provide outreach and educational materials including presentations and guidance to industrial hemp licensees.
10. Write technical reports, letters, and memorandums of understandings (MOUs).
11. Review plans and specifications for covered produce.
12. Review hemp applications and approve industrial hemp licenses.
13. Be proficient in understanding and communicating rules, laws and regulations of industrial hemp.
14. Review laws, regulations, policies and procedures for compliance.
15. Represent the department at meetings.
16. Prepare rules for promulgation and provide legislative testimony.
17. Conduct produce safety inspection, collect regulatory samples if needed, prepare inspections, and investigative report files including report writing, documenting statements and findings, and compiling case data on covered farms as needed.
18. Conduct hemp inspections, collect regulatory samples as required, prepare inspections, and investigative report files including report writing, documenting statements and findings, and compiling case data on licensed producers and handlers as needed.
19. This position may conduct investigations. Investigations may include collecting evidence, compiling case data, and photographic evidence.
20. Fulfill monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for the Food and Drug Administration and United States Department of Agriculture.
21. A cell phone with an Idaho area code, furnished by the employee is required for this position and is eligible for reimbursement under the Cell Phone Reimbursement Policy.
22. Other duties and special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
This qualification is a mandatory requirement.
+ Some knowledge of management practices.
Specialty Areas: These qualifications are mandatory requirements for this recruitment.
+ A valid driver's license.
+ Experience reviewing laws, regulations, policies and/or procedures for compliance or explaining to others how they apply to specific situations.
+ Good knowledge of agricultural practices and their impact on human health and food safety.
+ Some knowledge of sanitation and safe food handling practices.
+ Within 12 months of hire, becoming commissioned/credentialed with a produce category by FDA which includes, but is not limited to, passing FDA's mandatory background check and maintaining the commission/credential.
+ Experience with writing technical reports or letters.
+ Within six months of hire, become USDA certified to sample Hemp.
Supplemental Information
Desirable Areas: These qualifications are not required; however, if you have the related background, it may increase your score.
+ Bachelor's degree in health science, agriculture, biology, or a related field.
+ Public health experience to include inspection of facilities and enforcing ordinances, rules, and statutes.
+ Development and implementation of new programs based upon new laws and rules (state and federal).
BENEFITS:
BEST RETIREMENT AVAILABLE IN THE NATION We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (https://www.persi.idaho.gov/members-1/) (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit. OTHER EXCELLENT BENEFITS+ excellent medical, dental and vision (https://ogi.idaho.gov/benefits-plans/) insurance- employee only coverage for PPO $65/month for medical and vision & $11.80/month for dental
+ generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start
+ 11 paid holidays a year
+ paid parental leave
+ multiple savings plans, optional 401K, and optional 457
+ basic life insurance for employee and family (employee covered at one times annual salary; spouse covered at $10,000; child covered at $5,000)
+ wellness programs
+ ongoing training opportunities
+ an opportunity for student loan forgiveness (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service)
+ and more!
EEO/ADA/Veteran's Preference The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations. The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities; auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [email protected] . Thank you for your interest in the Department of Agriculture! If you have questions, please contact us at: [email protected] or at (208) 332-8520 To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account
