Title: Compliance Officer Senior #00959

State Role Title: Compliance/Safety Officer IV

Hiring Range: $56,051 - $76,447 annually

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Virginia Department of Agriculture

Location: VDACS CENTRAL HEADQUARTERS

Agency Website: www.vdacs.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is seeking a Compliance Officer Senior for the Office of Pesticide Services in the Division of Consumer Protection. Under the leadership of the Program Manager, this position reviews case files, previous history of non-compliance, and applicable laws and regulations to determine if violations of the Virginia Pesticide Control Act or regulations pursuant to the Act have occurred and develops enforcement actions when appropriate. This position also ensures that all actions comply with laws, regulations, civil penalty decision matrix, and other guidelines and policies; follows established priorities for case reviews; prepares all enforcement related correspondence and ensures appeal processes are held and conducted as required by the Virginia Administrative Process Act; maintains the enforcement database; tracks enforcement actions and provides analysis of trends to the Program Manager; and identifies compliance related issues and makes recommendations. The selected individual will support the program’s strategic management plan; evaluate and recommend actions concerning current pesticide related laws, regulations and proposed legislation; and serve as a resource on pesticide related environmental issues to the citizens of Virginia. This position requires routine interaction with Virginia’s industries, federal/state officials and law enforcement organizations, special interest groups, and the public to communicate program services and regulatory requirements. Once onboarded, this position may be eligible for telework opportunities; availability, hours, and duration of telework shall be approved as outlined in the Commonwealth’s telework policy.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of scientific and technical principles applicable to pesticide usage and of laws and regulations relevant to the handling of pesticides. Knowledge of legislative processes; general legal principles; policy and regulation development processes; inspection/investigation processes including evidence collection; report writing, and interviewing techniques. Successful candidate must have exceptional oral/written communication and customer service skills; effective public speaking and presentation skills; professional skills; and good negotiation skills. The demonstrated ability to interpret and apply assigned laws, regulations; inspect/investigate; analyze data and develop logical conclusions; interact effectively with industry, state/federal government officials, a diverse workforce as well as the public; and work independently. The successful candidate must demonstrate team orientation, flexibility and desire for constant improvement. Proficiency using personal computers is required. Must have (or be eligible for) and maintain a valid driver’s license and have a driving record that reflects a sense of responsibility for highway safety. HS Diploma/GED required.

Additional Considerations

Degree in biological, physical or environmental science, business administration, criminal justice, law or a related field. Current/recent experience enforcing administrative laws and regulations in a local, state or federal regulatory program is desired. Additionally, knowledge of pesticide laws and regulations in Virginia, knowledge of Virginia’s legislative processes, and knowledge of the Virginia Administrative Process Act are also preferred. An equivalent combination of training and experience indicating possession of the preceding knowledge, skills and abilities may substitute for this education and experience.

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.

Final candidate must successfully complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check.

If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 Layoff, and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: N/A

Email: hr.vdacs@vdacs.virginia.gov

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 AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.