Program Technician (Modesto, CA)

Program Technician

Position Program Technician (PT) CO-1101Job Type Full Time Temporary PositionBeginning salary 29 847 yrLocation Stanislaus County FSA Office 3800 Cornucopia Way Suite. E Modesto CA Phone 209-287-3642 Fax (844) 206-6989Description of Duties Responsible for carrying out office activities and functions pertaining to technical assistance and program support related to FSA farm programs at the field level. Utilizes various types of computer and software systems (including Word Excel and PC based programs) to maintain producer data and process automated program forms. Uses a high degree of initiative and judgment in planning and carrying out assigned tasks and resolving problems encountered.General Qualifications All candidates must be U.S. Citizens high school graduates or equivalent and be at least 18 years of age or 17 years of age for high school graduates. Agricultural knowledge experience preferred but not required willingness to work as a team is a must. Background checks will be conducted.Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSA) Eligible candidates will be screened on the following knowledge abilities Ability to communicate orall Ability to communicate in writing Ability to identify and solve problems Knowledge of FSA Farm Programs practices customs Skill in using computers Note There are no special forms for these statements. They may be submitted on plain paper with your name at the top. You should include specific tasks performed the dates you performed them and where you were working at that time. KSA statements may not be more than 2 single-spaced pages per KSA. Candidates who do not submit the supplemental KSA statements will not be considered.How to apply Resumes along with requested KSA statements may be dropped off at or mailed to the location address. Basis of Rating All applicants will be considered on the basis of their education experience Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) and other characteristics for this position.Application Closing Date February 2 2018For questions or assistance please contact Maria Ju rez County Executive Director at the above number.