TDA- FND- Assistant Director for USDA Foods (61003)

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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR USDA FOODSSalary Information: B26 - $8,500.00 - $9,000.00/MO.State Classification: Director I - 1620FLSA Status: ExemptPosting Number: 26-61003-1Location: Austin, San Antonio or Houston, TXTelework Option: TDA does not offer telework, and all employees are required to be physically present for work.HOW TO APPLYApply online via CAPPS. Applicants applying in WIT must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions, go to CAPPS Recruit.WHO ARE WEThe Texas Department of Agriculture's Food and Nutrition Division administers 12 federal child and special nutritionprograms andmore than $2.5 billion in federal money annually, used to fund the programsfor the State of Texas.WHAT YOUand#8217;LL DOThe Assistant Director for USDA Foods will perform advanced managerial work and assist with overseeing the effective management of the USDA Foods section within the Food Nutrition (FN) division. You will manage complex issues; be involved in long-term planning to contribute to the attainment of the divisionand#8217;s goals, objectives, and mission; monitor and ensure compliance with state and federal policies, procedures, guidelines, and regulations; and manage complex projects. You will supervise the work of others. You will serve as the backup of the Director for USDA Foods, as needed. You will work under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESAssist the Director for USDA Foods in directing and coordinating activities of staff operations statewide to include planning, developing, reporting, overseeing, and evaluating projects, schedules, and work plans.Provide direct supervision to section staff including, but not limited to, objective assessment of staff performance and productivity, identification of appropriate education and training needs for staff, time and leave reporting, staff workflow, partnering meetings, coaching sessions and other associated staff meetings.Ensure all ordering, monitoring and technical assistance activities required for the Food Distribution Programs (FDPs) administered by the USDA Foods sections are compliant with all federal and state rules and regulations and make recommendations to correct behaviors and processes that increase risk to the agency.Plan, implement, coordinate, monitor and evaluate policies, procedures, rules, and regulations; work with policy analyst to make revisions to procedures and ensure section processes are performed consistently while meeting required levels of customer service and professionalism.Evaluate and assess staff performance and productivity and identify appropriate education and training needs for staff to increase regulatory understanding, process efficiency, and performance outputs.Assess budget requests, monitor budget expenditures, and recommend adjustments as necessary.Serve as the state-level liaison for contracting entities, processors, and USDA, to include the production and timely dissemination of program information, data and reports, and the timely resolution of compliance and regulatory issues.Represent the division and agency locally, statewide and at the federal level for all matters related to USDA Foods policies and procedures, including speaking engagements. Follow all TDA policies and procedures. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION (The application must state how each of the following qualifications are met - resumes do not take the place of the required state of Texas application which must be completed in CAPPS or WIT )Bachelorand#8217;s Degree (One year of work experience related to the primary responsibilities may substitute for one year of college).Five (5) years of experience administering or coordinating government/regulatory/federal programs and/or operations.Two (2) years of experience serving in a supervisor role.Valid Texas driverand#8217;s license and an acceptable driving record.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSExperience serving in a lead, coordinator, senior or related role.Work experience managing federal nutrition programs and/or operations.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS ABILITIESKnowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to program activities and/or business functions; business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and leadership techniques; and the principles and practices of public administration and management.Skill in establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support an overall business strategy; decision-making, including assessing risk and using good judgment to inform decisions and recommendations to leadership; and conflict resolution and working quickly and collaboratively to solve problems; providing excellent customer service to both internal and external customers; and in the use of a computer and applicable software.Ability to direct and organize program activities and/or business functions; to establish goals and objectives that support the strategic plan; to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions; to develop and evaluate agency policies and procedures; to prepare concise reports; to communicate effectively; and to supervise the work of others.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS WORKING CONDITIONSRequires working in a normal office work environment and may have exposure to dust and environmental allergens consistent with normal business activities and human contact. Mostly sedentary in nature but may involve walking; standing; pulling and pushing; kneeling, stooping, and bending; performing tasks requiring fine motor skills and coordination; and safely lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds. Must be able to work extended periods at a computer and may require working extended hours and some evenings and weekends, as needed. May involve travel (up to 20%*), occasionally overnight.TELEWORK WORK HOURSThe agency does not offer telework. TDA employees are required to be physically present for work.The agencyand#8217;s core business hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. TDA also provides limited customer service between 6:00-8:00 a.m. and 5:00-6:00 p.m.H-1B Visa SponsorshipWe are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.BENEFITSThe State of Texas offers a variety of benefits for you and your family that are comprehensive and, on average, make up about one-third of total compensation. Benefits include:and#252; Retirement Planand#252; Paid Group Health Life Insurance for employeesand#252; Paid Holidaysand#252; Paid Vacation Leaveand#252; Paid Sick Leaveand#252; Longevity Payand#252; Dentaland#252; Visionand#252; Dependent Optional Life Insuranceand#252; Voluntary ADD Insuranceand#252; Dependent Health Life Insuranceand#252; Health Dependent care flexible spending accountsOnly candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. A skills exercise may be conducted at the time of the interview.Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls. If you submitted your application through theCAPPS Career Center, you may also check the status of your application by accessing your profile and selecting My Jobpage and selecting My Submissions.*A valid government-issued driverand#8217;s license, which is recognized by the Texas Department of Public Safety and in good standing, and an acceptable driving record are required. TDA will verify this information with the Texas Department of Public Safety. Applicants with a driveran