Program Technician

UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

Florida Farm Service Agency

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: FSACO-12368905-24-CF

OPENING DATE: 03/29/2024

CLOSING DATE: Applications must be post marked or hand delivered by April 12/2024.

POSITION TITLE: Program Technician

SALARY: CO-3/4/5/6/7 ($32,609 - $67,880 per year) - (General Pay Schedule) (Locality Pay where applicable)

GRADE: CO-3 through CO-7 depending on qualifications of the applicant.

LOCATION:

Polk County Farm Service Agency Office

1700 Hwy 17 South, Suite 1

Bartow, FL 33830-6630

(863) 533-2051

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: All sources. Open Nationwide to all interested persons.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

Responsible for carrying out office activities and functions pertaining to the technical assistance and program support related to FSA programs at the field office level. Utilizes various types of computer systems to maintain producer data and process automated program forms and processes. Uses a high degree of initiative and judgment in planning and carrying out assigned tasks and resolving problems encountered.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:

All candidates must be U.S.Citizens, high school graduates or equivalent, and be at least 18 years of age or 17 years of age for high school graduates.

The minimum requirement for the CO-3 position is 6 months of general experience relating to office work or equal background in the operations of a farm or ranch or 1 year of qualifying education above high school.

BASIS OF RATING:

All applicants will be considered on the basis of their education, experience, supervisory appraisal, training, awards, knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA’s).

PAY, BENEFITS AND WORK SCHEDULE:

This is a full-time non-federal (CO) appointment. Selectee will be eligible for annual (vacation) and sick leave.

RELOCATION EXPENSES:

Relocation expenses are not being authorized.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

A background security investigation will be required for all new hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicant’s successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.

OTHER INFORMATION:

Identification of promotion potential in this position does not constitute a commitment or an obligation on the part of management to promote the employee selected at some future date. Promotion will depend upon administrative approval and the continuing need for an actual assignment and performance of higher-level duties.

Before being hired, you will be required to sign and certify the accuracy of the information in your application if you have not done this using an application form.

HOW TO APPLY:

Applicants interested must apply through USAjobs.gov.

https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/783876000

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $32,570.00 - $58,158.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Bartow, FL 33830: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person