Public Service Manager 1 - Polk Co Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa/jobs/newprint/4811639) Apply  Public Service Manager 1 - Polk Co Salary $67,350.40 - $120,036.80 Annually Location Des Moines - 50313 - Polk County, IA Job Type Full-time Job Number 25-02099 Agency 009 Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship Opening Date 01/30/2025 Closing Date 3/2/2025 11:59 PM Central LinkedIn Tag #LI-POST Point of Contact will.myers@iowaagriculture.gov + Description + Benefits + Questions Job Description The maximum salary for this position is $104,187.20. The approximately 345 employees of theIowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (https://iowaagriculture.gov/) (IDALS) are responsible for a wide range of programs that affect the quality of life of every Iowan. Both Iowans living on the farm and those in our towns and cities are impacted almost daily by the work of the Department. TheDivision of Soil Conservation & Water Quality (https://www.iowaagriculture.gov/soilConservation.asp) (DSCWQ)Field Services Bureau (https://www.iowaagriculture.gov/fieldServices.asp) seeks to fill the position of Field Representative (Public Service Manager 1 (32)). Land stewardship is central to the work of the Department. The DSCWQ provides farmers with expertise and funds to help them install practices that preserve our highly productive soil, prevent erosion and protect our critical waterways. The Department is focused on making sure future Iowans can experience the same high quality of life that past generations have enjoyed in our state. This Field Representative position is responsible for supervising and evaluating technical staff across 100 field offices in Iowa and serving as a direct liaison between the DSCWQ, partner agencies, and Soil and Water Conservation Districts (SWCDs). This position will advise and coordinate state cost-share program rules and policies and procedures with state, partner agencies, and SWCD staff. It is responsible for developing innovative concepts and strategies for continuing growth and expansion of the DSCWQ conservation implementation goals. (requires regular travel throughout the state) Personnel - Responsible for hiring, supervising, and evaluating approximately 15-20 state employees including Environmental Specialists, Soil Conservation Technicians, 780-hour Contract Technicians, and Internship positions across 100 federal USDA Service Center County offices (field offices). • Collaborate hiring actions in collaboration with Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) and Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) staff and commissioners to ensure appropriate staffing, resource support and training is available to fulfill the collective conservation mission. • Facilitate training and resource support for state employees in alignment with associated program duties in consultation with Water Resources Bureau and applicable Division staff. • Facilitate personnel related practices and actions in accordance with federal (NRCS), state, and departmental policy and rules as applicable. Partner Agency Liaison – Serve as the IDALS liaison between NRCS and SWCDs to coordinate technical resource support for conservation programs and practice implementation. • Administer the provisions of the cooperative working agreements between IDALS, NRCS and SWCDs to ensure appropriate state resources are delegated in support of priority programs and practices. • Actively facilitate resource management activities with NRCS leadership staff including the Assistant State Conservationist-Field Operations, District Conservationist, Resource Team Leads and other federal staff to ensure that state staff and programs are implemented in accordance with applicable code, rules, and regulations. • Actively engage with SWCD commissioners to advise and assist with the development and implementation of programs and projects in alignment with IDALS and SWCD priorities and in consultation with IDALS Regional Coordinators and program staff. • Advise and assist SWCDs with the hiring and onboarding of project coordinator and technical staff. • Advise and assist SWCDs with contractual and project agreements in consultation with IDALS Regional Coordinators and program technical project staff. Program and Policy Implementation - Advise and coordinate state program priorities, goals and associated resource support to state, NRCS, and SWCD staff. • Coordinate with the other bureaus and staff within the Division of Soil Conservation and Water Quality (Division) to administer soil and water conservation programs within field offices and associated staff. • Actively communicate and solicit feedback between IDALS field office and central office staff as related to cost share programs implementation, project resources, and associated policies and procedures. • In consultation with IDALS Regional Coordinators and program staff, devise and implement procedures and new and innovate approaches to more effective and efficient conservation practice delivery. Other Duties as Assigned - Takes a leading role in other tasks and special assignments that are given by the Division Director or Bureau Chief that enhance and improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the agency. • Assist with training and development opportunities for staff and commissioners. • Represent IDALS on various committees such as assigned. This position requires the ability to operate a motor vehicle and maintain a valid driver's license. This Public Service Manager 1 position is classified at Pay Class 32 This position is domiciled in Polk County, but other locations will be considered. Please note that this position requires statewide travel as part of the regular job duties. Applicants may attach a cover letter and resume to their application. Application materials can be uploaded in the Attachments Section during the application process. As an employee of IDALS you are a State of Iowa employee and eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes: + Low out of pocket, high quality family medical insurance as low as $205.00 per month, single as low as $61.00 per month + Dental insurance is free for single and $46.00 per month for family coverage + $20,000 basic life insurance at no cost, voluntary supplemental life for an additional cost, and long term disability insurance at no cost + Exceptional retirement package includes IPERS (Iowa Public Employee Retirement System) which is a fixed income or defined benefit pension plan + In addition to IPERS a deferred compensation plan (similar to a 401K) with a state match of up to $75.00 per month + Paid leave includes – 9 holidays, sick, vacation, military leave, and jury duty leave To learn more about benefits available as a State of Iowa Employee click herebenefits (https://das.iowa.gov/human-resources/employee-and-retiree-benefits/employees) to visit the web page. Minimum Qualification Requirements Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification: 1) Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university and experience equal to four years of full-time work in program administration, development, management, or operations. 2) Eight years of full-time work experience in program administration, development, management, or operations. 3) All of the following (a and b): a. Four years of full-time work experience work in program administration, development, management, or operations; and b. A combination of a total of four years of education and full-time experience (as described in part a), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in any field equals one year of full-time experience. Graduation from the Iowa Certified Public Manager Program is also equivalent to one year of full-time experience or education. 4) All of the following (a, b, and c): a. Two years of full-time work experience work in program administration, development, management, or operations; and b. A combination of a total of four years of education and full-time experience (as described in part a), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work equals one year of full-time experience; and c. A combination of a total of two years of graduate-level education and full-time experience (as described in part a), where twenty-four semester hours of accredited graduate college or university course work in a public-service-related area (e.g., public or business administration, social work, law, education, engineering) equals one year of full-time experience. Graduation from the Iowa Certified Public Manager Program is also equivalent to one year of full-time experience or education. 5) Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes one year of full-time work as a Public Service Supervisor or comparable specific management-level position. For additional information, please click on thislink to view the job description. (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class\_and\_pay/JobClassDescriptions/PublicServiceManager1-00784-60784-80784.pdf) Why Choose the State of Iowa? At the heart of our commitment to excellence is a dedication to our most valuable asset – our employees. Discover the outstanding benefits that set us apart as an employer of choice. Our Robust Benefits Package Includes: Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary that reflects directly on your skills and expertise. Keep in mind, your wage is just one part of your total compensation. 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If the answers to your questions are inconsistent with your application information or uploaded attachments, you will be given zero points for the question.Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the state of Iowa. + Yes - I understand and agree. + No 02 PLEASE READ CAREFULLY Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq? + No - I have NOT filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq + Yes - I HAVE filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq 03 Have you graduated from an accredited four-year college or university?IF YES- How many years do you have of full-time work experience in program administration, development, management, or operations? + Not applicable – I have not graduated from an accredited four-year college or university + No experience in program administration, development, management, or operations + Less than two years of experience in program administration, development, management, or operations + Two years to less than four years of experience in program administration, development, management, or operations + Four or more years of experience in program administration, development, management, or operations 04 How many years do you have of full-time work experience in program administration, development, management, or operations? + Not applicable – I do not have experience in program administration, development, management, or operations + Less than two years of experience in program administration, development, management, or operations + Two years to less than four years of experience in program administration, development, management, or operations + Four years to less than six years of experience in program administration, development, management, or operations + Six years to less than eight years of experience in program administration, development, management, or operations + Eight or more years of experience in program administration, development, management, or operations 05 Do you have a minimum of four years of full-time work experience in program administration, development, management, or operations?IF YES How many total years do you have of combined post-high school education and ADDITIONAL (not used to count for the first portion of the question) full-time experience in program administration, development, management, or operations? NOTE 1:30 thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in any field equals one year of full-time experience. NOTE 2:Graduation from the Iowa Certified Public Manager Program is also equivalent to one year of full-time experience or education. + Not applicable – I do not have a minimum of four years of experience in program administration, development, management, or operations + Four years to less than six years of combined post-high school education and full-time experience in program administration, development, management, or operations + Six years to less than eight years of combined post-high school education and full-time experience in program administration, development, management, or operations + Eight or more years of combined post-high school education and full-time experience in program administration, development, management, or operations 06 Do you have two years of full-time work experience in program administration, development, management, or operations? IF YES - How many years do you have of a combination of GRADUATE level (post bachelor's degree) course work and ADDITIONAL (not used to count for the first portion question) full-time experience in program administration, development, management, or operations? NOTE 1:24 semester hours of accredited graduate college or university course work in a public-service-related area (e.g., public or business administration, social work, law, education, engineering) equals one year of full-time experience NOTE 2:Graduation from the Iowa Certified Public Manager Program is also equivalent to one year of full-time experience or education. + Not applicable – I do not have GRADUATE level (post bachelor's degree) course work or Iowa Certified Public Manager Program certification + Less than two years of combined GRADUATE level (post bachelor's degree) course work and full-time experience in program administration, development, management, or operations + Two years to less than four years of combined GRADUATE level (post bachelor's degree) course work and full-time experience in program administration, development, management, or operations + Four or more years of combined GRADUATE level (post bachelor's degree) course work and full-time experience in program administration, development, management, or operations 07 Are you a current State of Iowa employee - executive branch? IF YES - How many months of experience do you have in the classification of Public Service Supervisor or comparable specific management-level position for the State of Iowa? + Not applicable – I am not a State of Iowa employee + I do not have experience as a Public Service Supervisor or comparable specific management-level position for the state of Iowa + Less than 12 months of experience as a Public Service Supervisor or comparable specific management-level position for the state of Iowa + 12 or more months of experience as a Public Service Supervisor or comparable specific management-level position for the state of Iowa Required Question Employer State of Iowa Agency 009 Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship Address Wallace State Office Building 502 E 9th St Des Moines, Iowa, 50319 Website http://www.iowaagriculture.gov/ Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email