ASSOCIATE DEPUTY ADMINISTRATOR FOR FARM PROGRAMS

This position is designated as SES, Career-Reserved. USDA structures its SES positions into position levels. This is a position level 2 with a salary range of $204,122 - $216,010 per year. Exceptions to the salary cap may be considered in certain circumstances. SES employees are also eligible to receive bonuses and performance-based awards. Visit http://www.opm.gov/ses/ for additional information and benefits for SES employees. Location is negotiable. Position is not eligible for remote work.

Participates and collaborates with the Deputy Administrator in the development and formulation of overall FSA/Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC) policies and programs.

Directs preparation of documents (interim/final rules and notices of funding opportunities) for Federal Register publications for administration and operational aspects of assigned programs and functions.

In collaboration with the Deputy Administrator, the incumbent directs the development of policies, operational procedures and methods.

Reviews proposed legislation and recommends action to the Deputy Administrator including responsibility for recommending new legislation or the modification of existing legislation which will make assigned programs more efficient and effective.

Develops recommendations regarding new overall programs and policies or program revisions for submission to the Deputy Administrator.