Small Farm Business and Regulatory Support Liaison (Analyst II)

Job Description and Duties Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies. This is a bilingual-Spanish position, The incumbent must be able to pass a bilingual-Spanish fluency examination and utilize bilingual skills at least ten percent (10%) of the time while performing the duties of the position. Under the direction of the Special Assistant, the Analyst II, serving as Small Farm Business and Regulatory Support Liaison, will advise and support small-scale farming and ranching businesses through direct technical assistance, communication strategies and development of resources to support small-scale agricultural businesses. The liaison will co-develop outreach and communications strategies to ensure small-scale producers have the resources, information and services needed to thrive. The liaison will co-facilitate the quarterly Farm Equity Office’s two producer advisory committees. The liaison will be the point of contact for regulatory and business support issues pertaining to small-scale farming and ranching operations in California. As an employee of the California Department of Food & Agriculture (CDFA), you are required to perform the “essential functions” of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. If you are interested in becoming part of a diverse and inclusive workforce where talent, experience, and expertise are valued, then CDFA is the place for you!! This CDFA work location is near restaurants, coffee shops, and a farmer’s market. We are within walking distance to light rail/public transportation, across the street from beautiful Capitol Park, and two miles from Downtown Commons (DOCO). This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The CDFA does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements • The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions. A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD. 678). Applications received without an appropriate SOQ based on the instructions below may be disqualified from this recruitment. Resumes, cover letters, and other documents will not be considered in lieu of the SOQ. The SOQ instructions and questions/prompts are below. • Restate questions/prompts prior to response • Include your name and job control number at the top of each page • Must be single-spaced, no more than two (2) pages, and Arial size 11 font • Please describe your experience in agriculture, specifically with small-scale agricultural businesses. • Please describe your experience with technical assistance for small-scale businesses. What types of barriers are facing small-scale agricultural businesses and how can technical assistance be a tool to overcome those barriers? • Please describe your experience with public outreach and communication, specifically within the agriculture sector. Include examples of communication strategies that work well in the agricultural community.