May 22 2012
KDA Seeks Organic Marketing Supervisor
Description of Job Duties:
- Responsible for the day to day operations of the Kentucky Organic Program.
- Reviews files proposed for organic certification, evaluating the applicant’s compliance with applicable governmental regulations to which KDA is accredited, and/or certification requirements.
- Works with both internal and external committees as necessary.
- Communicates with KDA or approved inspectors daily.
- Maintains KDA accreditation. Responsible for all federal, state and any other relevant reporting requirements for the organic program.
- Writes and sends letters for any files that require dialogue, deferral, or noncompliance responses.
- Actively participates in group discussion of issues regarding certification decisions, as well as the application of KDA Organic Standards and applicable government regulations.
- Provides input on policy and procedures review (changes, interpretation). Participates and coordinates regular Organic Program Team meetings and works to achieve goals.
- Provides excellent customer service to applicants and inspectors.
- Researches production inputs to determine compliance with applicable program regulations.
- May take the lead on special projects as needed or assigned.
| Auto req ID | 22873BR |
| Job Title : | 5923 AGRICULTURAL MARKETING SUPERVISOR |
| Title Code : | 8204 |
| Minimum Requirement – Primary Education : | Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor’s degree in agriculture. |
| Minimum Requirement – Primary Experience : | Must have three years of experience in the production and/or marketing of agricultural products. |
| Education Substitution : | None |
| Experience Substitution : | Additional experience in the production and/or marketing of agricultural products will substitute for the required college on a year-for-year basis. |
| Special Requirements : | None |
| Agency : | Department of Agriculture |
| Department/Division/Branch/Address : | Department of Agriculture Value-Added Plant Production Produce Market Development Branch |
| Location : | Franklin County |
| Agency Contact : | alisa.edwards@ky.gov |
| # of Vacancies : | 1 |
| Position Type : | Full-time Merit (18A) |
| Work Schedule : | 1st Shift |
| Vacancy Type : | Competitive – Open To All Candidates |
| Work Week : | 37.5 hr/wk |
| Pay Grade : | 15 |
| Salary Range: | Pay Grade 15 (MIN-MID) $38,770.08 – $51,361.20 yearly at 37.5 hour work week |
| Special Entrance Rate : | No |
| Selection Method : | Qualifying: All candidates who apply and meet the minimum requirements are eligible for placement on the register for hiring consideration. |
| Group : | ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT |
| Characteristics of the Class : | Supervises and coordinates a regional and/or statewide agricultural marketing program to maintain or improve the quality of agricultural products; and performs other duties as required. |
| Typical Working Conditions and Unique Physical Requirements : | Work typically involves extensive contact with the public. Travel may be required. |
| Additional Requirements : | Applicants and employees in this classification may be required to submit to a drug screening test and background check. |
| Post Date : | 05/19/2012 |
| Post Ending Date : | 05/28/2012 |
