County Program Analyst

County Program Analyst – Dorchester County FSA Office, Cambridge, Maryland This is a County Program Analyst position, located in the Dorchester County FSA Office, in Cambridge, Maryland. Qualifications Entry Level (CO-05): Successful completion of four years of education above high school in any field, or at least one year of general work experience in support of projects, programs, or assignments providing a requisite knowledge of agricultural operations, agricultural management, governmental programs, or related office and customer service functions, or a combination of education and experience as described above. Intermediate Level (CO-07): Successful completion of one full year of graduate education from an accredited college or university, or superior academic achievement (bachelor's degree with GPA 3.0–4.0, 3.5 GPA for major courses during the last two years, upper third class standing, or membership in a National Scholastic Honor Society), or one‑year specialized experience equivalent to grade CO‑5 or GS‑5 level, or a combination of education and experience as described above. Advanced Level (CO-09): A master's or equivalent graduate degree, or two full academic years of progressively higher‑level graduate education leading to such a degree, or one‑year specialized experience equivalent to at least grade CO‑7 or GS‑7 in the federal service, or a combination of education and experience as described above. Specialized Experience Requirements: Experience that demonstrates knowledge of basic principles, concepts, and methods of fact‑finding, analysis, and problem‑solving techniques as they apply to the analysis, evaluation, and application of agricultural program requirements, and knowledge of and skill in applying analytical and evaluative techniques to assess the effectiveness and efficiency of agricultural program operations and make recommendations for improvements. An applicant must submit an unofficial copy of their transcript at the initial phase of the application process demonstrating that they qualify based on superior academic achievement. If selected for the position, an official transcript must be provided from the college or university before the applicant enters on duty. Applicants must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by the closing date in the announcement. #J-18808-Ljbffr