What are the responsibilities and job description for the Agricultural Economic Development Coordinator (Pending Board Approval) position at Alachua County Board of County Commissioners?
Minimum Qualifications
Associate's degree in food systems, agriculture, economics, or a related field and two years of progressively responsible administrative experience in government, private sector, or a non-profit organization, or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status.
A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position.
Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required.
A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position.
Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required.
Position Summary
This is responsible for project coordination and administrative work directly supporting the Tourism & Economic Development Office on various food systems, economic development, and small business program projects.
An employee assigned to this classification manages several complex assignments with minimal supervision and guidance. Assignments are generally broad in scope and require significant coordination, development, and follow-up. The employee may be assigned to special or pilot projects within the food system, economic development, and the small business program.
Work is performed under the general direction of a higher supervisor. Performance is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of results obtained.
An employee assigned to this classification manages several complex assignments with minimal supervision and guidance. Assignments are generally broad in scope and require significant coordination, development, and follow-up. The employee may be assigned to special or pilot projects within the food system, economic development, and the small business program.
Work is performed under the general direction of a higher supervisor. Performance is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of results obtained.
Examples of Duties
This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification must work.
Exudes a positive customer service focus.
Advocates building organizational culture by aligning decisions with core values, including integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability, and communication.
Coordinates the development and implementation of food system projects, such as the County Small Farmer Grant program, the Food Hub master plan, and the Food System Workforce Development Initiative.
Coordinates professional service agreements such as but not limited to Food Hub creation, Workforce Development, Entrepreneurship, and Good Food Purchasing Program implementation.
Coordinates the County's Small Business Certification Program.
Engages with community members, stakeholders, and partners to build relationships and advance food system initiatives.
Assists the Tourism & Economic Development Office in developing and implementing board-directed economic development and food system policies. Assists in economic analysis, legislative initiatives, advisory board presentations and discussions, small business program outreach, and other duties as required.
Manages grant applications, reporting, and handles all related grant payment processing and compliance requirements.
Composes documents and recommendations that are suitable for Board presentations and discussion, community presentations, works with the Communications Office for social media posts and press releases, tabling, and presentations at relevant conferences.
Collects, analyzes, and interprets data for informed decision-making and program evaluation.
Coordinates the financial aspects of food system and related economic development projects, including budgeting and expenditure tracking.
Utilizes and maintains Geographic Information System (GIS) software for maps and spatial analyses related to food systems and economic development infrastructure.
Collaborates with various departments within the County government and external partners to achieve goals in the food system, economic development, and small business program.
Identifies and addresses challenges related to food system development and implementation.
Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency.
NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this position.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Considerable knowledge in grant writing and administration.
Knowledge of food systems, agriculture, and community development.
Strong project coordination and organizational skills.
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
Ability to analyze basic data and utilize GIS software.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to think critically and solve problems.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to conduct research, collect data and make sound recommendations on diverse policy issues.
Ability to clearly and concisely express ideas through comprehensive reports and presentations.
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with the public, peers and other government officials.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environmental characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Exudes a positive customer service focus.
Advocates building organizational culture by aligning decisions with core values, including integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability, and communication.
Coordinates the development and implementation of food system projects, such as the County Small Farmer Grant program, the Food Hub master plan, and the Food System Workforce Development Initiative.
Coordinates professional service agreements such as but not limited to Food Hub creation, Workforce Development, Entrepreneurship, and Good Food Purchasing Program implementation.
Coordinates the County's Small Business Certification Program.
Engages with community members, stakeholders, and partners to build relationships and advance food system initiatives.
Assists the Tourism & Economic Development Office in developing and implementing board-directed economic development and food system policies. Assists in economic analysis, legislative initiatives, advisory board presentations and discussions, small business program outreach, and other duties as required.
Manages grant applications, reporting, and handles all related grant payment processing and compliance requirements.
Composes documents and recommendations that are suitable for Board presentations and discussion, community presentations, works with the Communications Office for social media posts and press releases, tabling, and presentations at relevant conferences.
Collects, analyzes, and interprets data for informed decision-making and program evaluation.
Coordinates the financial aspects of food system and related economic development projects, including budgeting and expenditure tracking.
Utilizes and maintains Geographic Information System (GIS) software for maps and spatial analyses related to food systems and economic development infrastructure.
Collaborates with various departments within the County government and external partners to achieve goals in the food system, economic development, and small business program.
Identifies and addresses challenges related to food system development and implementation.
Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency.
NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this position.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Considerable knowledge in grant writing and administration.
Knowledge of food systems, agriculture, and community development.
Strong project coordination and organizational skills.
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
Ability to analyze basic data and utilize GIS software.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to think critically and solve problems.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to conduct research, collect data and make sound recommendations on diverse policy issues.
Ability to clearly and concisely express ideas through comprehensive reports and presentations.
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with the public, peers and other government officials.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environmental characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
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