CDA- Plant Inspector III Reallocation (Complian...

Who we are:Agriculture is a part of all our lives. When you eat, put on clothes, or care for an animal--your life is touched by agriculture. Colorado's food and agriculture industry generated $47 billion of economic activity in 2019 and supports nearly 5% of the state's workforce. CDA is proud to be a part of such an important industry.

Mission:

The CDA's mission is to strengthen and advance Colorado's agriculture; promote a safe and high-quality food supply; protect consumers; and foster responsible stewardship of the environment. 

Core Values: Partnership, Service, Professionalism, Proactivity, and Respect  CDA Wildly Important Goals:

To accomplish our mission, CDA focuses on four “wildly important goals:” 

Goal 1: Advancing Local Food Access

Goal 2: Expanding Water-Resilient Agriculture    

Goal 3: Supporting the Next Generation in Agriculture    

Goal 4: Advancing Animal Health and Welfare

We use these goals to focus and align the daily work of our staff in support of Colorado farmers and ranchers. Learn more about our Department and our wildly important goals in our performance plan on our website.

What you get from us: In addition to a great work location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including aPERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Planplus optional 401(k) and 457 plans  (www.copera.org)Medical and dental health plans(https://stateofcoloradobenefits.com/)Employer supplemented Health Savings Account ($60 per month)Paid life insurance, plus additional optional life insurance optionsPaid Short Term Disability and optional Long Term Disability coverage11 paid holidays per year plus generous vacation and sick leave accrualsBenefitHub state employee discount programEmployee Wellness program State of HealthExcellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, remote work opportunities, free parking, professional development and more!To learn about the total compensation package for State government employment visit:https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/totalcompensation

Equity, Diversity, and InclusionThe State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.Learn more about our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion by visiting our EDI Homepage: https://dpa.colorado.gov/about-us/edi.  NOTICE OF PROPOSED REALLOCATIONPOSITION NUMBER: 00335 HELD BY: M. GuttierrezHAS BEEN RECOMMENDED FOR REALLOCATION TO: H1G3XX/Compliance Specialist IIIWork Unit:To support in performance of inspections, investigations, compliance assistance and other assigned duties across the state, that are necessary to accomplish the mission and purpose of regulatory and other programs within the purview of the Division of Plant Industry, Colorado Department of Agriculture. The various programs within the division deal with consumer protection, environmental protection, industry practices, worker safety, agricultural commodities production and export, and related issues. The unit’s external customers include pesticide users, agricultural producers, and processors of agricultural commodities, exporters of agricultural commodities, other sectors of agricultural industries, and other entities, in support of the overall division mission. Position:This position is an intermediate level position that performs necessary field work and other assigned duties, in accordance with established procedures and guidelines. The position works under the direction of the Plant Industry Field Services Section Chief in cooperation with various program managers to enforce laws and rules and perform other functions pertaining to: pesticides, pesticide applicators, and other divisional mission related duties as assigned.Work includes but is not limited to the following:

Inspection - Inspects commodities, crops, facilities and other items to determine compliance with statutes and other requirements.

Investigation - Investigates alleged violations related to certain statutes and collects evidence and official samples related to alleged or possible violation of laws, rules or for other purposes.

Communication - Disseminates information, informs, or instructs coworkers, regulated entities, and the public about the agencies underlying rationale, motive, intent, laws, rules, and policies.

Reporting - Creates or compiles reports and findings regarding inspections and investigations and submits them to program managers.

Duties:Work includes but is not limited to the following:

Inspection - Inspects commodities, crops, facilities, and other items to determine compliance with statutes and other requirements.

Investigation - Investigates alleged violations related to certain statutes and collects evidence and official samples related to alleged or possible violation of laws, rules or for other purposes.

Communication - Disseminates information, informs, or instructs coworkers, regulated entities, and the public about the agencies underlying rationale, motive, intent, laws, rules, and policies.

Reporting - Creates or compiles reports and findings regarding inspections and investigations and submits them to program managers.

Enforcement - Issues legal documents for enforcement purposes.

Must be a current employee of the Colorado Department of Agriculture Plant Division or on a re-employment list of the same type.Salary Range: MONTHLY$4,906.00 - $5,887.00ANNUALLY$58,872.00 - $70,644.00Minimum Requirements:Proven Skills and Experience 

Six (6) years working in the field of agriculture, plant science or experience closely related to the work assignment. 

Education and Experience 

A combination of education and experience in  the field of agriculture, plant science equalling six (6) years.  

This experience must be substantiated within the work history section of your application. The words, "See Resume" will not be accepted. In addition, part-time work will be pro-rated.Preferred Qualifications:

Colorado State service experience related to the duties of this position.

Experience working in Agriculture.

Bilingual skills in Spanish, including reading, writing, and speaking fluently 

Conditions of Employment:Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado Driver's License with the ability to independently travel.Circumstances may require position to work outside of regular business hours.

Required Competencies:

Clear understanding and experience with plant and pest management.

Excellent interpersonal, communication and public speaking skills.

Project management skills: ability to multitask, problem-solve, prioritize, create systems and processes and collaborate with and engage others.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and juggle multiple priorities, and able to react and adjust quickly to changing conditions.

Detail oriented.

Excellent communication skills; able to communicate effectively and articulately in writing and orally with diverse communities in all corners of the state.

Work well under pressure.

Strong relationship management skills and excellent representation of the department in community interactions.

A proven track record for developing and maintaining trusted relationships with stakeholders and industry experts.

Excellent negotiation and consensus building skills.

Proactive approaches to problem-solving and with strong decision-making capability.

Highly resourceful team-player, with the ability to also be extremely effective independently.

Important Information:Part of, or the entire selection process for this position will involve a review of the information you submit in your application materials. Therefore, it is paramount that in the experience portion of your application, you describe the extent that you possess the education, experience and competencies outlined in the job announcement as well as the special and/or preferred qualifications. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions may prevent you from competing in subsequent measures used to arrive at a top group of applicants.Please submit the following: Online application (completed fully) describing how you meet the minimum qualificationsOR If you are not able to submit an online application, a paper application is available at this link: PDF State Paper Application.  Paper applications must be received (either by US mail or email to [email protected] by the closing date and time of the application period listed on this announcement.DD214 (if applicable)Unofficial copy of transcripts (if applicable)Factors that will be assessed: 

Problem Solving

Decision making

Planning

Time Management

Prioritization

Interpersonal skills

Conflict resolution

APPEAL RIGHTS:If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email ([email protected]), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.Important Information: Part of, or the entire exam for this position will involve a review of the information you submit in your application material.   Applications are considered complete and accurate at the time of submission. Therefore, additional information may not be solicited or accepted after your application has been received. Therefore, it is very important that you clearly describe all of your relevant experience on the application itself. Applications left blank or marked "SEE RESUME" will not be considered.All applications that are received by the closing date of this announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement by a Human Resources Specialist. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may proceed to the next step. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.ADAAA Accommodations: Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact by phone or email at least five business days before the assessment date to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date. The Department of Agriculture is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to Mary Hunt, at [email protected] or call 303-869-9006.Toll Free Applicant Technical Support: If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627 Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application first, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and second, close the document before you attempt upload (attach) it.E-VerifyCDA uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.Toll–Free Applicant Support - Technical HelpIf you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV at 855-524-5627, Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). The Human Resources Office will be unable to assist with technical issues. 

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