Program Technician: Farm Service Agency (CO-1101-03/07)

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

Responsible for carrying out office activities and functions pertaining to the new technical assistance and program support related to FSA programs at the field office level. Utilizes various types of computer systems to maintain producer data and process automated program forms and processes. 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.

CO-3
6 months of general experience relating to office work or equal background in the operation of a farm or ranch or one year of qualifying education above high school.

CO-4
1 year of general experience relating to office work or equal background in the operation of a farm or ranch or two years of qualifying education above high school.

CO-5 through CO-7
1 year of experience directly related to the functions of the position to be filled or equivalent office experience in a related activity at the next lower grade level or four years of qualifying education above high school.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Eligible candidates will be screened on the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
1. Ability to communicate orally.
2. Ability to communicate in writing.
3. Ability to identify and resolve problems.
4. Knowledge of FSA farm programs and practices.
5. Skill in using computers.