County Program Analyst

You may qualify at the CO-05, CO-07, or CO-09 level based on education, experience, or a combination. U.S. Citizenship is required.

• CO-05 level: Four years of education above high school (any field) OR a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• CO-05 level: One year of general work experience supporting projects, programs, or assignments in agricultural operations, agricultural management, governmental programs, or related office/customer service functions. Experience must demonstrate ability to analyze problems, gather data, plan work, resolve conflict, and communicate effectively.
• CO-05 level: A combination of education and experience as described above.
• CO-07 level: One full year of graduate education from an accredited college or university.
• CO-07 level: Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) with a bachelor's degree and GPA of 3.0 overall, 3.5 in major during last two years, upper third of class, or membership in a national scholastic honor society.
• CO-07 level: One year of specialized experience equivalent to CO-05 or GS-5, demonstrating knowledge of fact-finding, analysis, and problem-solving techniques applied to agricultural program requirements.
• CO-07 level: A combination of graduate education and specialized experience.
• CO-09 level: A master's or equivalent graduate degree, or two full years of progressively higher graduate education.
• CO-09 level: One year of specialized experience equivalent to CO-07 or GS-7, demonstrating knowledge of agricultural program policies and practices to independently examine applications and reports, and apply analytical techniques to assess program effectiveness.
• CO-09 level: A combination of graduate education and specialized experience.

Carry out office activities and functions for one or more program areas administered in the county.

• Interpret and explain procedures, program regulations, and forms to producers and other agency personnel.
• Use various web-based software applications to maintain producer data and process automated forms.
• Use initiative and judgment in planning and carrying out assigned tasks.
• Resolve problems encountered in daily operations.
• Assist in assessing the effectiveness and efficiency of agricultural program operations and recommend improvements.
• Examine applications, supporting documents, and program reports independently.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with program requirements.

U.S. Citizenship or U.S. National status required.

• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt.
• Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.
• Require a REAL ID, Passport, U.S. Military card, or current PIV card for completion.
• Successful completion of one-year probationary period, unless previously served.
• Direct Deposit of federal payments to a financial institution is required (Public Law 104-134).
• Must pass E-Verify employment verification check.
• Must be a high school graduate or have a GED.
• Must be 18 years of age, or 17 years of age for high school graduates.

Complete federal benefits package including health insurance, retirement, and paid leave.

• Eligibility for benefits depends on position type (full-time, part-time, or intermittent).
• Access to the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) program.
• Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with employer matching contributions.
• Life insurance coverage options.
• Annual and sick leave accrual.

Veterans' preference does not apply as this position is advertised under Title 7 authorities.

• Relocation expenses are not authorized.
• Promotion potential is not a commitment; future promotions depend on performance, need, and administrative approval.
• This is a Title 7, Non-Federal, Non-Civil Service position.
• This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
• Persons with disabilities requiring alternative communication (Braille, large print, audiotape) should contact USDA's TARGET Center at 202-720-2600 (voice and TDD).
• Agency contact: Shauna McMurray, Phone 785-564-4750, Email [email protected].
• Address: Farm Service Agency
• County Offices, 3600 Anderson Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66503.

The Farm Service Agency (FSA) is an agency of the U.S. Department of Agriculture that administers farm commodity, credit, conservation, and disaster assistance programs through a network of county offices. FSA's mission is to ensure the well-being of American agriculture and the rural community by providing equitable access to programs that support farmers and ranchers. This County Program Analyst position is based in the Osage County FSA office in Lyndon, Kansas, where you will work directly with producers and agency staff to deliver these essential programs. Kansas is named as the hiring organisation for the County Program Analyst post.