What are the responsibilities and job description for the Agriculture and Foreign Labor Specialist position at Commonwealth of VA Careers?
Title: Agriculture and Foreign Labor Specialist
State Role Title: Program Admin Specialist I / 19211
Hiring Range: $45,000 - $57,750 annually
Pay Band: 4
Agency: Virginia Employment Commission
Location: EASTERN SHORE
Agency Website: www.vec.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
Delivers employment services to the public, with special emphasis on Migrant and Seasonal Farm Workers (MSFW) and agricultural employers. Conducts outreach and promotes workforce services available at Virginia Career Works locations. Processes job orders; assists with registration and referrals for employment services and opportunities; advises on employment related laws and the employment service complaint system; and facilitates complaint resolution. Markets workforce services, the labor exchange system, and the Foreign Labor Certification (FLC) program to agricultural employers. Reviews agricultural clearance orders; conducts pre-occupancy housing inspections; and conducts field checks. Attends meetings of agricultural employers and advocacy groups. Assists local office staff and provides Spanish translation assistance as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of MSFW and agricultural employment issues; agricultural trends and business practices; employment laws and regulations (e.g., MSPA, FLSA, OSHA, ETA, child and farm labor, field sanitation, and housing).
Strong oral and written communication, customer service and computer (e.g., MS Office or related software) skills.
Extensive travel is required to visit MSFWs and employers within assigned area and may be required to assist in other areas of the state to meet agency business needs.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and availability of a vehicle.
Ability to mediate and resolve complaints; interpret and apply policies and procedures, laws, and regulations, conduct interviews, surveys and housing inspections, make presentations; collect and analyze data, prepare reports, provide technical assistance and respond to employment related inquiries.
Preferred Qualifications
College degree with a focus on agriculture, horticulture, human relations, business or related field, or an equivalent combination of training and work experience.
Experience conducting outreach activities and working with employment assistance activities.
Experience working with agricultural and/or farmworkers assistance programs and/or conducting housing inspections.
Ability to communicate both orally and in writing in Spanish.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Diversity and inclusivity are at the heart of what we do in Virginia, and the VEC is committed to upholding these values in our employment opportunities across the Commonwealth to people from all backgrounds, including all races, ethnicities, genders, and abilities.
The Virginia Employment Commission Is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program, and a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
• The selected candidate must successfully pass a comprehensive background check including an FBI fingerprint background investigation.
• Applications for this position must be submitted electronically through this website. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and résumés will not be accepted.
• Applications are not accepted after the recruitment closing date.
• Please carefully review the details of this recruitment including the location of the position and the posted salary before applying. VEC does not provide relocation assistance, and no salary will be offered outside of the posted salary range / flat rate.
• Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application (and/or resume). You must ensure your application/resume includes the scope of your experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as it relates to the position you are applying for. Information not stated will not be assumed.
• This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration.
• For the status of your application and this position, please refer to your Jobs.Virginia.Gov account. We do not provide application status updates via email or telephone.
• Auxiliary Aids and Services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
• Applicants needing accommodations should contact the Human Resource office for additional information.
The VEC does not provide sponsorship; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work in the US.
NOTICE: VEC will record information from each new employee’s Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
Contact Information
Name: Human Resources / Recruitment
Phone: (804) 786-3025 For the most up-to-date status of your application, please refer to your Jobs.Virginia.Gov account. We do not provide application status updates via phone.
Email: Careers@vec.virginia.gov for recruitment related questions. Emailed applications, resumes, or cover letters will not be accepted. For the most up-to-date status of your application, please refer to your Jobs.Virginia.Gov account.
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 Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.
Salary : $45,000 - $57,750
