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Complnc Specialist 1

🔍 Georgia - Fulton - Atlanta

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Regulatory
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Agriculture, Georgia Department of
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Jul 26, 2019 Post Date
We, at the Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA), take our responsibilities to you very seriously and are committed to protecting and promoting Georgia's agriculture through superior service and leadership. The mission of the GDA is to protect consumers, promote agriculture, both locally and globally, and assist our customers using education, technology and a professional workforce. The vision of the GDA is to continue to be a globally recognized leader in agricultural excellence through a commitment to safety, quality, growth and innovation. 

We handle many issues involving Livestock and Poultry on a daily basis. Whether at a public sale, market or show, enforcement of health regulations and laws pertaining to state requirements, our mission is to keep Georgians and animals healthy. We enforce and regulate the statutes governing the public sale of livestock and poultry, livestock disease control and livestock auction markets and sales. 

This position is assigned to the Georgia Department of Agriculture Atlanta Office Headquarters. 

Under limited supervision, this position serves as the Concentrated Animal Feeding Operator (CAFO) Coordinator for the Department. As such, this position performs and maintains existing animal waste inspection protocols to assure compliance with applicable water quality rules, regulations and permits; conducts and reviews inspections of permitted animal feeding operations throughout the State; responds to complaints related to compliance with waste collection, treatment, handling, disposal, land application areas, land application equipment and management procedures; works cooperatively with local, state and federal agencies to achieve compliance; performs routine review of nutrient management plants for the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) and Land Application System (LAS) permitted farms; processes permit applications, transfers and notices of permit status submitted by regulated Goergia Animal Feeding Operation; other duties as assigned. 

This position also serves as the Deputy Manager for the Livestock and Poultry Program and, as such, assists the Program Manager with the planning, organizing, and coordination of activities within the Program, serves as Interim Manager in the Program Manager's absence, and assists the Livestock and Poultry office in administrative components and other duties as required. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:   Preference will be given to applicants, who, in addition to meeting the Minimum Qualifications, possess knowledge, skills and abilities in the following areas:

 

  • Knowledge of, and experience with animal industry and livestock and poultry
  • Knowledge of federal and state laws and rules involving livestock and poultry
  • Leadership qualities
  • Ability to work closely with others, and effect positive change as a contributing team member
  • Skilled in conflict management and professional communication, both verbally and in writing

 

Technical Competencies:

  • Ability to perform inspection activities according to appropriate established regulations, directives, and procedures
  • Ability to identify disease and insects that affect animals
  • Ability to identify violations of federal and state laws, rules and regulations
  • Ability to follow up on complaints and reported violations
  • Working knowledge of Windows computer operating system and applications including various databases
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing, in a timely and accurate fashion with peers, management, private industry, etc.
  • Ability to prioritize and schedule job duty requirements
  • Ability to work independently and with a team
  • Excellent reading, writing and analytical skills
  • Demonstrated skill in coordinating and solving problems
  • Strong Organizational skills
Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university OR Associate's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND One year of related experience OR High school diploma or GED AND Two years of related experience. Note: Some positions may require a valid driver's license.

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BENEFITS

 

Being in great health enables you to do great work. As a State of Georgia employee, you have access to comprehensive and affordable healthcare plans that best suit your needs.


We offer three Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) plans, three Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) plans, a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP), and four Medicare Advantage plan options for retirees enrolled in Medicare.

 
 

Georgia state government makes preparing for your future a top priority. Our retirement plans are designed to help you establish long-term financial security.


Georgia State Employees’ Pension and Savings Plan (GSEPS) is a combination Defined Benefit/ Defined Contribution plan with the following components:

  • Defined Benefit Plan (pension) - Multiple pension plans are available based on the type of entity you are employed by and your length/years of service.
  • Defined Contribution Plan (401(k)) - New employees are automatically enrolled at a 5% contribution rate, allowing for the maximum employer match to be contributed to the employee’s account.
 
 

The State of Georgia’s paid time off program aims to maximize productivity inside and outside of the workplace by providing serval leave programs including holiday, annual, sick, and administrative leave.

  • Holiday Leave
  • Employees receive 12 paid holidays a year, as declared by the Governor.
  • Annual and Sick Leave
  • Annual and Sick Leave accrual begins the first day of employment.
  • Administrative Leave
  • Examples include leave for blood donation, jury duty and military duty.
 
 

The Flexible Benefits program offers a wide range of coverage levels to advance total wellness for you and your family.


Our current offerings include vision, dental, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term and long-term disability, long term care, critical illness, legal and flexible spending accounts.

 
 

Supporting employees in their efforts to manage work and personal needs is high priority. We invest in your employee experience with various programs to provide work-life balance.


  • Wellness Plan
  • The State of Georgia provides a wellness plan with all healthcare options that pays you for focusing on your health.
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • State entities that participate in the Employee Assistance Program can offer employees and their families access to provider referrals, counselors, and other resources to help meet the demands of life outside of the workplace.
  • Flexible Work Schedules
  • Many state entities allow employees to work from home, work alternative work schedules or work a combination of both.
 
 
  • Employee Discounts – Being a state employee has its perks!
  • Various attraction, shopping, technology, and travel discounts can be found at http://team.georgia.gov
  • Employee Purchasing Program
  • Eligible employees can purchase items and pay through payroll deductions for up to 6-month or 12-month terms.

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