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AGRICULTURE UNIT COORDINATOR

Date: Jul 9, 2025

Req ID: 50774

Location:

Grady - (Cummins), AR, US, 71644

Category: DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION

Anticipated Starting Salary: $43,088.00

Position Number: 22084255

County: Lincoln

Posting End Date: 7/23/2025

Anticipated Starting Salary: $43,088.00

The mission of the Department of Corrections is to be a public safety resource for Arkansas families by providing professional management solutions and evidence-based rehabilitative initiatives for offenders.

All DOC positions are designated as Safety Sensitive Positions and are subject to random drug testing pursuant to the Secretarial Directive governing Personnel Drug Testing. Medical marijuana usage, as defined in Amendment 93 of the Arkansas Constitution, prohibits Personnel in a Safety-Sensitive Position from the use of medical marijuana even if they are qualifying patient under the amendment and/or hold a registry identification card. Department Personnel are prohibited from the use or possession of a medicinal marijuana card pursuant to this policy and state law.

Position Information

Job Series:Agriculture Programs – Career Path

Classification:Agricultural Unit Coordinator

Class Code:PAG06P

Pay Grade:SGS04

Salary Range:$43,088 - $63,770

Job Summary

The Agricultural Unit Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the daily operations and administration of an assigned agricultural unit within a state agency. This position ensures the effective implementation of agricultural programs, regulatory compliance, and resource management while fostering collaboration between stakeholders.

Primary Responsibilities

Coordinate daily activities and projects within the agricultural unit to ensure alignment with agency goals. Monitor unit performance, identify challenges, and implement solutions to enhance efficiency. Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation for compliance and performance tracking. Assist in developing, implementing, and evaluating agricultural policies and programs. Develop educational materials, reports, and presentations to support outreach efforts. Ensure unit operations adhere to state and federal agricultural regulations. Assist in the development and enforcement of agricultural standards and best practices. Collaborate with compliance officers and inspectors to maintain regulatory adherence. Assist in the management of unit budgets, grants, and financial resources. Track expenditures and resource allocation to ensure efficient use of funding. Support grant applications, funding proposals, and reporting requirements.

Knowledge and Skills

Understanding of agriculture, farming practices, resource conservation, and industry regulations. Ability to analyze agricultural data, prepare reports, and evaluate program success. Ability to supervise personnel, delegate tasks, and foster a collaborative work environment. Skilled in prioritizing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines. Strong written and verbal communication skills for engagement with the public and policy discussions.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum of one year of experience in agricultural programs, farm management, or program coordination.

Licensure/Certifications

N/A OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Nearest Major Market:Little Rock

Nearest Secondary Market:Pine Bluff