Who we are:
Agriculture is a part of all our lives. When you eat, put on clothes, or care for an animal--your life is touched by agriculture. Colorado's food and agriculture industry generated $47 billion of economic activity in 2019 and supports nearly 5% of the state's workforce. CDA is proud to be a part of such an important industry.
Mission:
The CDA's mission is to strengthen and advance Colorado's agriculture; promote a safe and high-quality food supply; protect consumers; and foster responsible stewardship of the environment.
Core Values: Partnership, Service, Professionalism, Proactivity, and Respect
CDA Wildly Important Goals:
To accomplish our mission, CDA focuses on four “wildly important goals:
1. Advancing Local Food Access
2. Expanding Water-Resilient Agriculture
3. Supporting the Next Generation in Agriculture
4. Advancing Animal Health and Welfare
We use these goals to focus and align the daily work of our staff in support of Colorado farmers and ranchers.
What you get from us:
In addition to a great work location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:
* Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus optional 401(k) and 457 plans
* Medical and dental health plans (https://stateofcoloradobenefits.com/)
* Employer supplemented Health Savings Account ($60 per month)
* Paid life insurance, plus additional optional life insurance options
* Paid Short Term Disability and optional Long Term Disability coverage
* 11 paid holidays per year plus generous vacation and sick leave accruals
* BenefitHub state employee discount program
* Employee Wellness program MotivateMe
* Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, remote work opportunities, free parking, professional development and more!
To learn about the total compensation package for State government employment visit: https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/totalcompensation
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them.
Work Unit:
This work unit oversees the strategic direction, program performance, and administrative operations for the seven regulatory programs within the Division.
Purpose of Position:
This position will administer the farm products dealer, commodity handler, and agricultural mediation programs, including management of the general operational and strategic direction.
Primary Duties:
* Establish and monitor quarterly performance goals for inspections and assist in the licensing process.
* Manage program expenditures and track revenue received.
* Investigate consumer complaints and address questions by consumers about the program.
* Train administrative and inspection staff on program rules, regulations, policies, etc.
* Analyze the effectiveness of the regulatory procedures.
* Evaluate inspection reports provided by inspectors.
* Administer appropriate regulatory or enforcement action against licensees.
* Advise administrative staff on delinquent license follow-up.
* Testify on behalf of the department at administrative hearings and civil proceedings involving program regulations and products.
Industry and Consumer Outreach:
* Attend conferences and training events
* Conduct frequent field visits to interact with inspectors, licensees, and industry associations to gauge the effectiveness of the programs and to determine areas for improvement
* Conduct speaking engagements at industry associations
* Develop and maintain accurate and updated program materials, including printed materials, website content, and email blasts
* Maintain a productive working relationship with regulatory programs from other states, federal agencies, and Colorado departments.
Federal Grant/Contract Management:
* Oversees and manages the USDA Agricultural Mediation Program.
* Management of this program includes:
o Timely submission of grant applications and reports.
o Ensure mediators are certified and trained 8 hours every two years.
Regulatory and Policy Analysis:
* Annual review of the statutes, rules, and program processes to ensure they align.
* Create rules and use the rule-making process to implement new regulatory requirements from new state and federal legislation.
Other Duties and Special Projects:
* As necessary, program management will require additional duties similar to the job duties associated with this job classification.
Residency Requirement: This posting is only open to residents of Colorado at the time of application.
Salary
BIWEEKLY: $3,443.08 - $4,131.69
ANNUALLY: $89,520.00 - $107,424.00
Minimum Qualification:
Proven Skills and Experience:
* Eight (8) years of relevant agricultural experience to include
o Two (2) years working with the grain warehouse industry.
OR
Education and Experience:
* A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in agricultural equal to eight (8) years
o Two (2) years working with the grain warehouse industry.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Knowledge of agricultural industry and markets
* Experience auditing an agricultural business
* Experience in grain industry
* Experience with Grant Management
* Microsoft Office including Excel, Google Sheets, and other database software.
Conditions of Employment:
* Must be a resident of Colorado at the time of application.
* Must be in possession of a valid Colorado driver’s license
* Circumstances may require position to work outside of regular business hours.
Required Competencies (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):
* Knowledge of agricultural industry and markets
* Excellent interpersonal, communication and public speaking skills.
* Project management skills.
* Ability to write detail oriented reports based on analysis.
* Strong relationship management skills.
Important Information:
Part of, or the entire selection process for this position will involve a review of the information you submit in your application materials.
Please submit the following:
* Online application (completed fully) describing how you meet the minimum qualifications
* DD214 (if applicable)
* Unofficial copy of transcripts (if applicable)
Factors that will be assessed:
* Technical Competence
* Depth and Breadth of Experience
* Job Fit
Appeal Rights:
An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.
E-Verify
CDA uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States.
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