PERMANENT PROGRAM TECHNICAIN The Marshall County USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) Office located in Marshalltown, Iowa, is accepting applications to fill a permanent Program Analyst position. The individual selected will be responsible for carrying out general office activities and technical functions pertaining to FSA administered programs. Applicants should possess excellent human relations skills as well as strong clerical and computer skills. A general knowledge of agricultural practices would also be beneficial.
The full vacancy announcement with mandatory application requirements can be obtained online at www.usajobs.gov and accessing vacancy announcement number FSACO-12590513-25-IA-KR. Questions regarding this position can be directed to Brigit Thompson, at 641-752-4521.USDA Duties *Carrying out office activities and functions pertaining to one or more of the program areas administered in the county. *Interpreting and explaining procedures, program regulations and forms to producers and other agency personnel. *Utilizing various web-based software applications to maintain producer data and processing automated forms. *Using a high degree of initiative and judgment in planning and carrying out assigned tasks and resolving problems encountered.
Requirements Conditions of Employment *You must be a US Citizen or US National. *Males born after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service Registered or Exempt. *Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check. *Successful completion of one year probationary period, unless previously served. *Direct Deposit - Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution. *Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit https://www.e-verify.gov/. *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.