Title: Deputy Director #01319

State Role Title: Gen Admin Manager II

Hiring Range: $100,000 - $125,000 annually

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Virginia Department of Agriculture

Location: VDACS CENTRAL HEADQUARTERS

Agency Website: https://www.vdacs.virginia.gov/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services, Division of Marketing and Development is seeking a strategic leader to serve as Deputy Director. This role supports the Director in guiding programs that promote Virginia agriculture, enhance market opportunities for producers, and strengthen the Commonwealth’s agricultural economy. The Deputy Director will assist in overseeing statewide marketing initiatives, agricultural development programs, domestic and international promotions, and partnerships with producers, industry stakeholders, and economic development organizations. This position plays a key leadership role in advancing the agency’s mission to promote the economic growth and competitiveness of Virginia agriculture. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to: Support the Director in leadership and management of the Division of Marketing and Development; provide oversight and strategic direction for marketing programs and agribusiness development initiatives; support program managers and staff to ensure alignment with agency goals; build and maintain relationships with agricultural producers, industry partners, and government entities; assist with budget planning, legislative support, and operational decision making; and represent the division in meetings, presentations, and outreach events. 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

Comprehensive knowledge of government administrative, business processes, programmatic and operational controls, personnel management, financial management, and budgetary controls. Knowledge of marketing or economic principles and practices. Excellent leadership and managerial knowledge and skills, problem solving and analytical skills. Demonstrated planning skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills. Skill in managing supervisory personnel to develop teamwork and cooperation in the work unit. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a leadership role with a diverse staff. Ability to plan, prioritize, set objectives and goals to achieve results and work under stressful conditions and tight deadlines. Ability to analyze current and future industry trends and adapt current practices to meet and anticipate industry change. Computer proficiency using MS Office applications. Current or recent related managerial experience in business operations or marketing field. H.S Diploma/GED required.

Additional Considerations

A combination of related education, training, and experience including preceding knowledge of agriculture, business administration, or related field may substitute for this education and experience. Working knowledge of state budget and finance policies, procurement, accounting practices, human resource principles and practices, and the legislative process preferred. Knowledge of and experience with agriculture, agribusiness, food or beverage management, economic development and/or marketing preferred.

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.

The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that before we can legally employ an individual, we must verify both the identity and employment authorization of the individual. VDACS uses Form I-9 to satisfy this requirement. Form I-9, instructions, and the List of Acceptable Documents can be found at https://www.uscis.gov/i-9. VDACS does not offer sponsorship for employment purposes; therefore, the selected candidate will need to be able to provide acceptable documents in accordance with Form I-9 (use link above for more details). Additionally, VDACS participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For additional assistance with this requirement, please contact hr.vdacs@vdacs.virginia.gov.

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: 804-786-3531

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.