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Summary The Cotton Classing Office administers assigned programs on cotton and related commodities provided for in legislative and administrative requirements in connection with standards, marketing services, and allied regulatory responsibilities. As Assistant Area Director of a large, complex classing office, you will assist the Area Director in directing, administering, and carrying out programs and activities assigned to the office. Responsibilities The duties may include, but are not limited to: Participates in the formulation of programs within the assigned territory and in national policies by contributing ideas, suggestions, and recommendations with respect to the cotton classing services Responsibility for the classification of samples submitted in connection with the Program’s cotton classification program. Oversees the High Volume Instrument (HVI) operations to insure that readings are within tolerances, instruments are properly calibrated, and repairs are made on a timely basis. Represents the Program in assigned geographical area in contacting state and local officials on the Smith-Doxey Act, other applicable governing legislation, and other assigned functions. Shares responsibility with the Area Director for direct and indirect technical and administrative supervision of the personnel assigned to the classing office. Plans and assigns the work of the group with the assistance of subordinate supervisors so as to minimize the backlog of samples to be classed. Reviews the work of field representatives, including their market information reports. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including time-in-grade restrictions, specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. TIME-IN-GRADE: Current federal employees applying for a promotion opportunity must meet time-in-grade (TIG) requirement of 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the position being filled. FOR THE GS-12 LEVEL: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-11 grade level) that demonstrates: Interpreting and applying grading standards. Supervising and reviewing graders work. Independently makes borderline grading determinations. There is no education substitution for this grade level. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education There is no education requirement. Additional Information Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) or Reemployment Priority List (RPL): Visit the OPM website for information on how to apply as a CTAP or RPL eligible. To exercise selection priority for this vacancy, CTAP/RPL candidates must meet the basic eligibility requirements and all selective factors. CTAP candidates must be rated and determined to be well qualified (or above) based on an evaluation of the competencies listed in the How You Will Be Evaluated section. When assessed through a score-based category rating method, CTAP/ applicants must receive a rating of at least 85 out of a possible 100. Worksite Information: This position is located at the duty station(s) listed in this vacancy announcement and is not eligible for telework or remote work. First time hires to the federal government normally start at the lowest rate of the salary range for the grade selected. Weekend and federal holiday work required during peak season.