Title: Regional Commodity Specialist #R1105
State Role Title: PR & Mktg Spec III
Hiring Range: $45,739 -$70,000 annually
Pay Band: 4
Agency: Virginia Department of Agriculture
Location: ROANOKE OFFICE
Agency Website: https://www.vdacs.virginia.gov/
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Marketing, Food Distribution Program is seeking a Regional Commodity Specialist. Duties include supervising the application of regulations and policies of the Food Distribution Program for schools and institutions receiving foods donated by the USDA. This position will be based in Roanoke with regional responsibility for supported assigned counties and adjacent cities. Requires frequent regional travel (occasionally overnight) to visit Virginia schools and institutions to market Virginia foods, develop institutional food service marketing data and conduct administrative reviews in assigned region. Work closely with Food Banks to ensure the distribution of the USDA commodities meet all federal and state guidelines. Monitors contractual performance of food distributors and resolves problems with distributors and recipient food institutions. This is a restricted position dependent on available funding.
General knowledge of institutional food service operations, nutrition or food science/safety principles, inventory systems and control and reporting processes. Exceptional and enthusiastic customer service skills. Ability to apply basic principles of marketing and promotional concepts. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; to work independently; to organize and present ideas, materials and concepts clearly; and to establish and maintain positive working relationships. Experience analyzing and interpreting government regulatory contractual terms and data. Capability to provide detailed responses and explanations of related procedures, regulations, contracts and policy requirements to program clients and vendors. Must have experience planning and scheduling workloads. Requires frequent travel with occasional overnight stays. Must possess proficiency in the use of personal computers to include the use of MS Office Suite and other related applications. H.S Diploma/GED required. Must have (or be eligible for) and maintain a valid driver’s license and have a driving record that reflects a sense of responsibility for highway safety.
A combination of related education, training and experience in food science, nutrition, business administration or a related field along with a combination of experience in marketing, food technology, food service, and federal programs may substitute for this education and experience.
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The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that before we can legally employ an individual, we must verify both the identity and employment authorization of the individual. VDACS uses Form I-9 to satisfy this requirement. Form I-9, instructions, and the List of Acceptable Documents can be found at https://www.uscis.gov/i-9. VDACS does not offer sponsorship for employment purposes; therefore, the selected candidate will need to be able to provide acceptable documents in accordance with Form I-9 (use link above for more details). Additionally, VDACS participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For additional assistance with this requirement, please contact hr.vdacs@vdacs.virginia.gov.
Final candidate must successfully complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check.
If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 Layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.
Name: Human Resources
Phone: 804-786-3531
Email: hr.vdacs@vdacs.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
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The narrative history of the Commonwealth of Virginia often begins with the founding of Jamestown in 1607, near what is now modern day Williamsburg, Virginia. Jamestown became the first permanent English settlement in the New World, and the Virginia General Assembly, established on July 30, 1619, is now recognized as the oldest legislative body in the western hemisphere. When Virginia became a royal colony in 1624, the robust tobacco trade that had been developing in Virginia helped establish the American colonies as a powerful economic force. During the American Revolution, Virginia witnessed the final surrender of British forces at Yorktown and later became known as the birthplace of many revolution-era figures and future American presidents, including George Washington and Thomas Jefferson. To date, 8 United States presidents have been born in Virginia, more than in any other state.
The modern government of Virginia is nearly identical in structure to the federal government, and is divided into 3 branches, these being the executive, legislative, and judiciary branches. The Virginia General Assembly is comprised of the 100-member House of Delegates and the 40-member Senate. A governor and lieutenant governor are elected every 4 years. Governors cannot be elected to or serve consecutive terms. Virginia’s judicial system consists of the Supreme Court of Virginia and the Court of Appeals of Virginia, the Circuit Courts, and the lower General District Courts and the Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Courts. Virginia has 13 electoral votes in presidential elections, and possesses 11 seats in the U.S. House of Representatives.
