Agriculture And Foreign Labor Specialist
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DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITYYour Partner For A Stronger Arizona. |
AGRICULTURE AND FOREIGN LABOR SPECIALIST
| Job Location: |
Division of Employment and Rehabilitation Services (DERS)
Workforce Development Administration(WDA)
1800 East Palo Verde Street Yuma Arizona 85365
| Posting Details: |
Salary: $20.0449/ hourly ($41693.39 annually)
Annual stipend of up to $500.00 may be available to those who demonstrate a bilingual
proficiency passing score through examination.
Grade: 18
Closing Date:Open until sufficient resumes are received
| Job Summary: |
Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps Arizonans thrive At the Department of Economic Security (DES) we strengthen individuals families and communities for a better quality of life. DES is looking for individuals that are committed to service community and teamwork. To learn more about DES please visit ; or click on the link here to view Our DES video. Come join the DES Team!
The Department of Economic Security Division of Employment and Rehabilitation Services (DERS) strengthens Arizona communities by bridging and minimizing gaps to employment and independence.
DES is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as an Agriculture and Foreign Labor Specialist with the Workforce Development Administration (WDA). This position is responsible for providing a wide range of Foreign Labor Certification (FLC) statewide activities adhering to U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Foreign Labor Certification rules and regulations. Services are provided through 1:1 or group interactions will include field visits and may include virtual/digital or telephonic means. Services include but are not limited to: planning coordinating and participating in outreach events housing inspections orientations processing of applications facilitating recruitment for applications and conducting employer meetings. The Agriculture and Foreign Labor Specialist assists in the successful implementation of the Foreign Labor Certification and H-2A Temporary Agricultural Program (H-2A Program) and H-2B Temporary Non-Agricultural Workers (H-2B Program) administered by (DOL).
The work is supported through lean management principles. Will be required to meet or exceed individual or program performance requirements/expectations.
This positions work location may be adjusted to meet business demand.
Specialized Population:
Must be willing and able to work in housing or farm locations; rural remote areas of the state; extreme temperatures (range from 20 degrees F to over 100 degrees); work outside of traditional 8-5 & M-F work hours; and have potential exposure to plant pollens insects and noxious plants and to fields and plant materials which have been treated with insect and/or disease control sprays.
| Job Duties: |
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Travel and conduct outreach events housing inspections field check orientations and employer meetings in areas throughout the state.
Travel and conduct Agricultural Prevailing Wage and Practice Surveys throughout Arizona to determine common employment practices and average wages.
Complete and maintain accurate records and reports including case notes to report to Department of Labor or enforcement agencies.
Handle complaints through the Employment Service and Employment-Related Law Complaint System (Complaint System); perform stakeholder education and outreach; and promote Agricultural Recruitment System (ARS) - recruiting referring & follow up to domestic Migrant and Seasonal Farmworkers.
Support State Monitor Advocate and Foreign Labor Certification Coordinator.
Other duties as assigned as related to this position.
| Knowledge Skills & Abilities (KSAs): |
Knowledge of Interviewing techniques assessment tools and strategies and transferable skills.
Knowledge of social cultural and economic conditions that impact the populations and area(s) served.
Knowledge of special needs of minority groups and disadvantaged persons.
Knowledge of Google Suite.
Skills in customer service teamwork collaboration and interpersonal communication including de-escalation and conflict resolution.
Skills in written and verbal communication including public speaking presentation and interviewing.
Skills in collecting and using data problem-solving and decision-making.
Ability to learn & apply applicable Federal and State laws regulations and procedures to include Department of Labor Department of Economic Security and Department of Administration rules policies and procedures.
Ability to plan and organize work in accordance with Division priorities and time management methodology.
Ability to work effectively independently and as a member of diverse teams.
Ability to work with clients of diverse backgrounds.
| Selective Preference(s): |
The ideal candidate for this position will have:
Spanish/English proficiency; and complete training as specified in 20 CFR 653.107(7).
Two (2) years of experience working with Agricultural Foreign Labor.
| Pre-Employment Requirements: |
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Candidates for this position shall be subject to a search of both the Child Protective Services Central Registry pursuant to A.R.S. 8-804 and the Adult Protective Services Registry pursuant to A.R.S. 46-459.
Successfully pass background and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the agencys ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Travel will be required for State business. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current valid class-appropriate drivers license complete all required training and successfully pass all necessary drivers license record checks. The license must be current unexpired and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on State business are subject to drivers license record checks must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on State business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code A.A.C. R.11).
| Benefits: |
The Arizona Department of Economic Security offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
Affordable medical dental life and short-term disability insurance plans
Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans
10 paid holidays per year
Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
Deferred compensation plan
Wellness plans
Tuition Reimbursement
Stipend Opportunities
Infant at Work Program
Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities
Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot programhere. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona please visit our benefits page
| Retirement: |
State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments.
On or shortly after your first day of work you will be provided with additional information about the available insurance plans enrollment instructions submission deadlines and effective dates.
| Contact Us: |
For questions about this career opportunity please contact Myranda Carrasco at or email
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting or emailing Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- GIS
- Engineering
- Engineering Practices
- Data Collection
- Irrigation Systems
- Agriculture
- CAD
- GPS
- Water Quality
- Biology
- Nursery
- Emergency maitenance
- Technical Assistance
- Watetr conservation
- Agricultural Equipment
About Company
The Arizona Department of Revenue is consistently striving towards recruiting individuals who are committed to providing quality services to the citizens of Arizona and are passionate about creating solutions to the ever-evolving decisions faced within state government.
