The Washington State Department of Agriculture has been serving the state for more than 100 years. Through service, regulation, and advocacy, we keep agriculture viable and vital in Washington State, while protecting consumers, public health, and the environment. We work extensively with farmers and ranchers, but our responsibilities – from ensuring food safety to environmental protection – touch the lives of millions of people locally, nationally, and abroad.

The agency includes 780 employees approximately and grows close to 1,000 employees at the peak of seasonal work. To learn more and view additional openings, please visit our Employment Page.

The Dairy Nutrient Management Program (DNMP) provides the Washington State dairy industry with education and technical training to help them comply with manure management regulations. DNMP supports nutrient management through offering training events, providing technical assistance to producers, and carrying out inspections, investigations, and enforcement. Our program’s mission is to sustain a viable and healthy dairy industry and protect public health and the environment.

WSDA is recruiting for an internal full-time permanent Dairy Nutrient Management Program Data Consultant position within the Pesticide Management Division. This position is located in Olympia, Washington and is not a  union represented position.

The base pay offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the preferred candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The typical starting salary range for this position is: $46,596 Step A – $61,056 Step L annually. 

Include but are not limited to:

• Monitor inflow and outflow of financial payments for Program budgets, review expenditures, track budgets, and provide detailed reports on budget status. 
• Provide technical and business advice to management on issues affecting program operations and budgets. 
• Analyze data management processes, including generating statistics and detailed reports. 
• Provide high-level consultation to identify business solutions in areas of data management, licensing, and farm plan certifications. 
• Assist Program Manager and Operations & Compliance Supervisors with tracking and file management to ensure accurate data entry. 
• Oversee enforcement process tracking using task management software.  
• Coordinate implementation of data management and workflow changes, and provides training to staff. 
• Maintain the Program’s administrative regulations compliance and enforcement tracking system. 
• Review database reports and identify licensees who are out of compliance, then prepare administrative enforcement documents with direction from Program Manager and Operations & Compliance Supervisor. 
• Evaluate administrative compliance processes and develop improved workflows. 
• Audit and approve program timesheets, commuter reports, and travel reimbursements. 
• Maintain inventories of equipment and supplies, order, and distribute office supplies to deployed staff. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

OR

• Equivalent education/experience. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

In addition to those required qualifications, our ideal applicant will also have some or all of the following: 

• Experience with progressively responsible office/clerical, secretarial, bookkeeping, accounting or general administrative work. 
• Working knowledge and familiarity with databases, data systems, spreadsheets, their applications and their functions. 
• Knowledge and experience researching, interpreting and applying RCW’s, WAC’s, and policies. 
• Knowledge of terminology associated with livestock agriculture, dairy nutrient management, and water quality. 
• Familiarity with compliance inspections, investigations, and administrative code enforcement. 
• Familiarity with or knowledge of the dairy industry. 

Employee Benefits

• A healthy work/life balance, which may include flexible work schedules, and teleworking.
• WSDA provides an excellent benefits package beyond traditional benefits. State employment offers Dependent Care Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Deferred Compensation, Employee Recognition Leave; click here for more information.
• 12 paid Holidays & Vacation and Leave Accruals.
• All Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required will be provided by the agency.
• Commute Trip Reduction Program. 

For more information about the Washington State Department of Agriculture, visit us at www.agr.wa.gov.

How to apply:
  

You must complete your careers.wa.gov profile and answer the supplemental questions. In addition to completing the online application, and supplemental questions applicants must attach the following documents to their profile to be considered for this position:
    

· Current resume detailing experience and education

· A cover letter describing how you meet the specific qualifications for this position.

· Three professional references 

By submitting these materials, you are indicating that all information is true and correct. The state may verify information. Any untruthful or misleading information is cause for removal from the applicant pool or dismissal if employed.
 
Applications with comments “see attachments” will be considered incomplete.
  

If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or email support@neogov.com.

The initial screening will be solely based on the contents and completeness of your application and the materials submitted. All information may be verified, and documentation may be required. Applications received via e-mail will not be accepted in lieu of applying through the state’s on-line recruitment system.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The Department of Agriculture celebrates our differences. We strive to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds. We are committed to a workplace that supports equal opportunity employment and inclusion regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, status as a protected veteran, genetics, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

We believe in the importance of recognizing the value each of us contribute to the success of the agency mission. Having a diverse workforce is this agency’s greatest resource of strength and knowledge. It is through the combination of talents and abilities that we can pursue finding effective measures to provide the best customer service. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone and we strongly mean everyone.

 
Contact Us

Should you have any questions regarding this position or the online application, contact the Human Resource Office at Recruitment@agr.wa.gov.
 
Prior to a new appointment into the Department of Agriculture, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
   
The Human Resources Division may use referrals from this recruitment to help fill future similar vacancies for up to six months.
 

Veteran’s Preference: Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and wish to claim Veteran’s Preference MUST attach a copy of their DD214, or other verification of military service. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers. For additional information on Veteran’s Preference and guidance on how to determine if you are eligible, click here. 

Persons with a disability, who need assistance with their application or need this announcement in an alternative format, may call 664-1960 or toll free (877) 664-1960. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.