Program Manager, Office of Meat & Poultry Services #00071

Title: Program Manager, Office of Meat & Poultry Services #00071

State Role Title: Environmental Manager II

Hiring Range: $90,000 - $110,000 annually. Relocation assistance for up to $5,000 is an option and requires a one-year signed tenure agreement.

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Virginia Department of Agriculture

Location: MOBILE WORKERS SW

Agency Website: www.vdacs.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is seeking an effective Program Manager to lead the Office of Meat and Poultry Services. This program ensures the production of safe, wholesome, and truthfully labeled meat and poultry products by providing inspection service to individuals or companies that slaughter and/or process meat and poultry products. Responsibilities include directing the statewide meat and poultry services program; supervising program staff achieve expected results; administering program resources effectively; promulgating program policies and procedures; serving as liaison with USDA Food Safety Inspection Service; and interpreting and enforcing laws and regulations. The job duties of this position require frequent travel throughout the Commonwealth. Once onboarded, this position may be eligible for telework opportunities; availability, hours, and duration of telework shall be approved as outlined in the Commonwealth’s telework policy.

Minimum Qualifications

Considerable knowledge of meat and poultry inspection or food safety and the applicable laws and regulations. Familiarity with administrative policies, procedures and business practices as related to human resources, finance, procurement and budgeting. Strong administrative and program management skills, coupled with proficiency in computer applications. Proven ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; to interpret and apply rules and regulations; to manage significant responsibilities with initiative and sound decision-making; and to work independently. Expertise in overseeing a statewide program, supervising a geographically dispersed team, and providing effective leadership, coaching, and, when necessary, addressing disciplinary matters. Demonstrated success in fostering teamwork and creating customer service-oriented programs and processes. Supervisory experience in a regulatory or related work environment. Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record that reflects a sense of responsibility for highway safety. H.S Diploma/GED required.

Additional Considerations

A degree in agriculture, food science, or a related subject such as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine is preferred. A combination of related education, training and experience indicating possession of the preceding knowledge, skills, and abilities to include knowledge of agriculture, food science, or a related subject.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Final candidate must successfully complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check.

In accordance with the Code of Virginia, incumbents of this position are required to complete a Statement of Personal Economic Interests form upon hire and annually thereafter.

If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 Layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: N/A

Email: hr.vdacs@vdacs.virginia.gov

 

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and subm