Job Description

Posting number: N-2026-53359

Department: Department of Agriculture

Division: AG Fd Sys Div

Job classification: Administrative Officer 2

Posting type: NCS External

Categories: Administration, Management, Agriculture

Would you enjoy a career helping schools and communities connect with fresh Pennsylvania foods while strengthening local agriculture? The Farm to School (F2S) and Fresh Food Financing (FFF) Grant Program Manager position with the Department of Agriculture is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to support local food systems. This role allows you to help schools and institutions bring fresh Pennsylvania products into their meals. Here, you will guide grant programs, build partnerships, and support efforts that strengthen agriculture across the state. Apply today to make a positive impact through food, education, and community connections!

Examples of duties

This role focuses on managing statewide food programs, supporting Farm to School initiatives, and overseeing grants that increase access to fresh Pennsylvania foods. Your work will involve coordinating partners, developing tools, tracking data, and supporting producers and institutions through market development. As a Farm to School and FFF Grant Program Manager, you will perform the following duties:

• Program Management: Manage and promote Farm to School and Fresh Food Financing grant programs
• Data Tracking: Gather and analyze program data and maintain local food tracking tools
• Partner Coordination: Collaborate with state agencies, networks, councils, and commissions on program initiatives
• Training Development: Develop and deliver trainings for Farm to Institution programs and support PA Preferred Days
• Event Participation: Attend Farm to School events, conferences, summits, and other related activities
• Grant Assistance: Assist with food assistance grants, reviews, reporting, and communication with producers

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Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 5 days every two weeks. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as an Administrative Officer 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Three years of experience in progressively responsible and varied office management or staff work, including experience in personnel management, budgeting, or procurement; and a bachelor's degree; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training

Additional Requirements:

• You must possess a valid Class C driver's license.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

• Prior experience managing grant funded programs
• Prior experience managing grants
• Knowledge of the food supply chain
• Experience analyzing data and preparing reports

Legal Requirements:

• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
  • Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing dateLate applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.