VACANCY INFO: Brush, CO Supervisory CSI, GS-1862-10, SJ-552 Establishment: M44999, Brush Meat Processors LLC, Located in Morgan County Work Schedule: Shift may vary For add'l info contact: Emilia Smith @ 970-732-1376 VACANCY INFO: Wallula, WA Supervisory CSI, GS-1862-10, SJ-552 Establishment: M9268, Tyson Fresh Meats Inc, Located in Walla Walla County Work Schedule: Mon - Fri: 0645-1515 For add'l info contact: Dr. Sarah Kessler @ 509-540-0100 Salary Range:GS-10: $66,036 to $85,844

Duties

Plans and directs the full range of day-to-day food inspection, ensuring public health by verifying the implementation of food safety systems. Coordinates inspection activities amongst personnel including completion of inspection tasks. Supervises personnel in completion of assigned tasks. Evaluates implementation of Guidelines and Regulations. Ensures personnel completion of duties and scheduled tasks. Identifies what corrective measures are needed to meet regulatory requirements and communicates the information to stakeholders. Provides technical direction to inspection personnel and perform various administrative and supervisory functions for subordinates. Interacts with internal and external stakeholders to interpret and clarify regulations, policies, procedures, and practices. Serves as the Inspector-in-Charge (IIC) of an establishment when required. Fosters working relationships between internal and external stakeholders to improve collaboration.

Requirements

• Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Subject to one-year supervisory/managerial probationary period unless prior service is creditable. New USDA supervisors must successfully complete all components of the required training program before the end of their probationary period.
• If you are selected, you may need to complete a Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306) prior to being appointed to determine suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation.
• Must pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more, including your rights and responsibilities, visit E-Verify at https://www.e-verify.gov/
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Direct Deposit - Per Public Law 104-134 every Federal employee is required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of that employee's choosing.
• False statements or responses on a resume or application can jeopardize employment and may be grounds for disciplinary action, including removal from Federal service.
• Should be able to read, speak, write, and effectively communicate in the English language.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements (including time-in-grade restrictions, specialized experience and/or education) by the closing date of the announcement, as defined below. Time in grade: Applicants must meet one year at the next lower grade to be considered for the next higher grade (e.g. one year at the GS-09 grade level for consideration at the GS-10 grade level.) For the GS-10 level: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-09 level) that demonstrates: Experience that provided knowledge of the properties and characteristics of inspection activities of ingestible items, working with SSOP and HACCP principles and practices. Skill in applying proper techniques for collecting samples and performing field tests and examinations; and experience in reaching and interpreting conclusions. Experience developing written reports and communicating findings verbally. Experience in maintaining personal contacts with internal and external stakeholders. *Past or present supervisory experience will enhance your qualifications for this position. For more information on the qualifications for this position, click here. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

There is no educational substitute for experience for this position.

Contacts

• Address Food Safety and Inspection Service 1400 Independence Ave SW Washington, DC 20250 US
• Name: Doug Welder
• Phone: 612-852-7713
• Email: [email protected]