Fruit & Vegetable Inspection Office Supervisor

Description AGRICULTURE - A Cornerstone of Washington's Economy The Washington State Department of Agriculture has been serving the state for more than 100 years.
Through service, regulation, and advocacy, we keep agriculture viable and vital in Washington State, while protecting consumers, public health, and the environment.
We work extensively with farmers and ranchers, but our responsibilities – from ensuring food safety to environmental protection – touch the lives of millions of people locally, nationally, and abroad.
The agency includes 780 employees approximately and grows close to 1,000 employees at the peak of seasonal work.
To learn more and view additional openings, please visit our Employment Page.
The Opportunity The Fruit and Vegetable (F&V) Inspection Program provides accurate and unbiased inspection services to the fresh produce and processing industry statewide to ensure orderly marketing of fruits and vegetables.
Commodities are inspected for quality, size, labeling, condition, and contract specifications and may be certified as free from disease and insects as required by domestic and international markets.
The Fruit & Vegetable Inspection Office Supervisor independently utilizes knowledge of the F&V field inspection processes, policies, and procedures to administer and oversee all program administrative functions while providing leadership and maintaining a positive and respectful working relationship with program staff and external entities.
This position provides consultation, and coordinates program services and resources regarding the functions of the program.
What to Expect Some of the various responsibilities within this role include: Develops, revises, implements, interprets, and administers program specific policies, procedures, practices, and sets standards for existing and new program activities impacting program staff, and outside entities including stakeholders.
Provides interpretations and resolves inquiries for customers and stakeholders.
Audits, processes, and reviews inspection documents, certificates, and information for completeness, accuracy, and compliance.
Reviews federal and state inspection requirements for program compliance; makes recommendations to the program manager and/or regional manager and implements necessary changes for compliance.
Contacts warehouse, marketing agencies and USDA regarding auditing processes and program policies and procedures.
Orders and verifies shipments for incoming federal & state documents, administrative, program staff and stakeholder documents.
Enforces inspection policies and regulations.
Supervises, trains, and assigns work to administrative staff and new employees.
Evaluates staff performance and provides feedback, mentorship, and coaching skills to facilitate ongoing staff development.
Evaluates work process alternatives, priorities, and time when determining task schedules.
Works closely with HR, fiscal and payroll staff; provides answers to questions and/or provides necessary information.
Prepares travel authorization requests, and other travel related documentation.
Works closely with external stakeholders and supervisors when facilities are registering to ensure accurate registrations.
Audits declarations, official treatments, and correct botanical names entered into the database.
Prepares, audits, and processes F&V Inspection certificates, note sheets, and documents into the F&V Program finance and accounting system.
Qualifications Who should apply? Professionals with: Bachelor's degree in business administration or public administration or financial related field AND two (2) years of experience in a related field including planning, policy analysis, coordination, and consultation with a variety of public and private agencies, organizations, and/or levels of government and supervisory experience.
OR High school diploma or equivalent AND three (3) years of experience in state government AND two (2) years of relevant accounting, auditing, reconciling, or budgeting work experience AND at least one (1) supervisory experience.
OR Equivalent education/experience.
Special Requirements: Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license, and the ability to lift 20 lbs.
or use hand carts.
In addition to the above qualifications, the following knowledge, skills, and abilities will make a candidate highly desirable: BS/BA in business administration or public administration or financial related field is desired.
Licensed and bonded by the State of Washington as a Notary Public.
Knowledge of agency designated software: FA2, Great Plains (GP) System, OFM Accounts Receivable System Portal, Washington State Department of Enterprise Services (DES) the Expenditure Portal, Travel Expense Management System (TEMS), NeoGov, Mantis, Testlink, Kerlka, and DES Fleet Operations portal.
Supplemental Information Employees who voluntarily provide proof of up-to-date COVID-19 booster vaccination, which must include any recommended by the U.
S.
Centers for Disease Control (CDC) at the time proof is provided to the employer, between January 1, 2023, and December 31, 2023, will receive a one-time lump sum payment of $1,000.
Employee Benefits: A healthy work/life balance, which may include flexible work schedules, and teleworking.
WSDA provides an excellent benefits package beyond traditional benefits.
State employment offers Dependent Care Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Deferred Compensation, Employee Recognition Leave; click here for more information.
12 paid Holidays & Vacation and Leave Accruals.
All Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required will be provided by the agency.
If a position is designated as requiring dual language skills, incumbents will also receive a 5% Dual Language Requirement Pay stipend.
How to apply: You must complete your careers.
wa.
gov profile and answer the supplemental questions.
In addition to completing the online application, and supplemental questions applicants must attach the following documents to their profile to be considered for this position: · A resume detailing experience and education · A cover letter describing how you meet the specific qualifications for this position · Three professional references By submitting these materials, you are indicating that all information is true and correct.
The state may verify information.
Any untruthful or misleading information is cause for removal from the applicant pool or dismissal if employed.
Applications with comments "see attachments" will be considered incomplete.
If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or email support@neogov.
com.
The initial screening will be solely based on the contents and completeness of your application and the materials submitted.
All information may be verified, and documentation may be required.
Applications received via e-mail will not be accepted in lieu of applying through the state's on-line recruitment system.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion The Department of Agriculture celebrates our differences.
We strive to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds.
We are committed to a workplace that supports equal opportunity employment and inclusion regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, status as a protected veteran, genetics, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
We will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
We believe in the importance of recognizing the value each of us contributes to the success of the agency mission.
Having a diverse workforce is this agency's greatest resource of strength and knowledge.
It is through the combination of talents and abilities that we can pursue finding effective measures to provide the best customer service.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone and we strongly mean everyone.
Contact Us Should you have any questions regarding this position or the online application, contact the Human Resource Office at Recruitment@agr.
wa.
gov.
Prior to a new appointment in the Department of Agriculture, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted.
Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
The Human Resources Division may use referrals from this recruitment to help fill future similar vacancies for up to six months.
Veteran's Preference: Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and wish to claim Veteran's Preference MUST attach a copy of their DD214, or other verification of military service.
Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers.
For additional information on Veteran's Preference and guidance on how to determine if you are eligible, click here.
Persons with a disability, who need assistance with their application or need this announcement in an alternative format, may call 664-1960 or toll free (877) 664-1960.
TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.
For more information about the Washington State Department of Agriculture, visit us at www.
agr.
wa.
gov.