Agricultural Program Specialist

Provide national focal point for handling requests for interpretations, changes, and modifications in assigned program areas. Provide direction and assistance to State offices with respect to assigned program operations and procedures. Establish and maintain relationships with producers, the trade, and other related groups, both domestic and international, and other divisions and offices of FSA to obtain policy and program recommendations. Direct the assembly and dissemination of automated systems and related procedures for assigned programs administered by the Division as well as by other FSA staffs and USDA agencies as assigned. Review and evaluate program activities in the field, prepare appropriate reports, and develop recommendations to correct deficiencies or improve operations. Analyze audit and investigation reports pertaining to assigned programs, draft responses, and take corrective action as necessary. Assist in the assembly and dissemination of automated systems and related