Fertilizer Program Specialist
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https://www.cnd.nd.gov/psc/recruit/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&SiteId=11000&FOCUS=Applicant&JobOpeningId=3026112&PostingSeq=1
Career Description
In this position, you will serve as a Fertilizer Program Specialist, performing in a regulatory role and enforcing state and federal laws. Most work typically involves working in office with occasional in-state travel.Manage the state fertilizer tonnage program. Review and process submitted annual fertilizer tonnage reports to the Department for accuracy and proper payment of tonnage fees.Prepare written reports of fertilizer facilities for follow up regulatory responses by the Department.Review enforcement cases submitted by fertilizer inspectors for accuracy and prepare enforcement letters.Manage fertilizer sampling database and coordinate sample analysis with state lab.Provide input to develop efficiencies related to the fertilizer inspection and tonnage program.Manage the Risk Management Program for Agriculture Anhydrous Ammonia facilities.Manage anhydrous ammonia inspection program.License anhydrous ammonia facilities.Track compliance metrics to monitor program effectiveness.Accomplish division objectives by supervising staff and monitoring work processes. While this position reports to the Pesticide and Fertilizer Division Director, it will support the Agriculture Commissioner in coordination with the Pesticide and Fertilizer Division. Because much of the work requires an onsite presence, this position is based in Bismarck at our Ag West location.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in business administration, agribusiness, natural or biological sciences, or related field; ORBachelor's degree in another field and two years of qualifying inspection experience or administrative experience in an agriculture-related field; ORAssociate's degree in agriculture, natural or biological sciences, or related field and four years of qualifying inspection experience or administrative experience in an agricultural-related field; OR High school diploma (or GED) and six years of qualifying inspection experience or administrative experience in an agricultural-related field.Requires a valid class D driver's license for in-state travel.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of and/or work experience in the fertilizer industry and the use of fertilizers for agriculture production.Knowledge of inspection and investigation protocols.Working knowledge of anhydrous ammonia storage and handling codes and regulations.Working knowledge of the EPA Risk Management Program.Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.Supervisory experience or work experience in a leadership role.
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602 Application Procedures
Applicants must complete the online application along with uploading a copy of the applicant's resume, cover letter, and college transcript(s) (official or unofficial). The cover letter must include a detailed summary of how the applicant meets the minimum qualifications of this position, including a description of the applicant's experience specific to the job duties.All application materials must be submitted online by 11:59 PM on the closing date listed on the job posting.Applicants who are residents of North Dakota and eligible to claim veteran's preference must include Form DD214. Claims for disabled veteran's preference must include a current statement of disabled status from the Veterans Affairs Office.Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorships will not be considered.For more information about the position or if you need accommodation or assistance in the application or interview process, contact Shelley Theisen at (701) 328-4757 or 1-800-242-7535.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.
Job Id
3026112