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 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.

THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN BIBB COUNTY, MACON, GA. THE SELECTED CANDIDATE MUST LIVE IN THE COUNTY, OR SURROUNDING AREA, OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE.

Job Description:

Under broad supervision, it manages large full-time, year-round state farmers' market that provides an outlet for the sale of products by farmers, retailers, and wholesalers.

1.    Provides directions to farmers in sale of produce to consumers.

2.    Performs job responsibilities with minimal supervision.

3.    Serves as job expert or organization resource in assigned areas.

4.    Aids in the proper method of package of product and the uniformity and appearance of the package in a timely and efficient manner.

5.    Assists in formulating and administering market operations.

6.    Assists in public relations concerning produce.

7.    Assists wholesale and retail buyers in locating produce.

8.    Attends to grading stations, packing plants and on the farm sales.

9.    Conduct investigations and directs enforcement of all market rules and regulations to ensure market operates in orderly manner.

10. Conduct investigations and enforce established rules and regulations.

11. Manages leasing of market space.

12. Plans and directs promotional activities for market of fresh produce.

13. Plans and directs promotional activities; may assist at auction activities.

14. Provides an outlet for sale of produce by farmers, retailers, and wholesalers.

15. Provides assistance to farmers' market operations.

16. Report on trade conditions, weight and prices of livestock industry.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION:

·         Basic computer skills, and function awareness.

·         Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

·         2-3 years of administrative, secretarial support and office experience working with a state of GA government agency.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

1.    Experience working with State Farmers Markets.

2.    Experience with office management, procurement, scheduling, multi-line phone screening.

Physical Demands:

None

NOTE: The Georgia Department of Agriculture conducts background checks on all final candidates. The hiring of applicants is contingent upon satisfactory results of employment verification, background, and criminal records investigations, and motor vehicle reports.

HOW TO APPLY:  Resumes may be submitted by adding to your profile in Team Georgia Careers.

·         Via Team Georgia Careers http://team.georgia.gov/careers/

The GDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Due to the large volume of submissions received by this office, information concerning application and/or interview status cannot be provided. Selected applicants will be contacted for the next steps in the interview process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive a notification.

Please contact the Human Resources Office at (404) 656-3615 if you need accommodation.

** The position will be closed once a suitable candidate is identified *