Agribusiness Operations Director: Div of Institutions #02151

Title: Agribusiness Operations Director: Div of Institutions #02151

State Role Title: Agricultural Manager III

Hiring Range: $78,063.00 - $144,417.00

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: Deerfield Correctional Center

Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: Agency Employee Only - A

Job Duties

Under the supervision of the Director of Agribusiness and Food Service Operations, this position provides statewide leadership and oversight for the Virginia Department of Corrections’ Agribusiness operations. It directs a diverse portfolio of agricultural enterprises across the Commonwealth, including crop and grain production, livestock programs, dairy operations, farm facilities, fish hatchery programs, and associated agricultural resources.
The role ensures that all Agribusiness activities operate efficiently, safely, sustainably, and in full compliance with federal and state regulations, environmental standards, industry best practices, and VADOC policies. It sets long term direction for agricultural production, resource stewardship, capital planning, equipment management, workforce utilization, procurement, budgeting, and program development.
The Farm Director provides leadership and performance oversight to Farm Managers, agricultural production teams, inmate work programs, and other assigned personnel. Responsibilities include establishing operational expectations, evaluating productivity and effectiveness, identifying opportunities for cost savings and innovation, and maximizing the value of VADOC’s agricultural assets.

The position also serves as a key collaborative partner with state agencies, universities, agricultural organizations, private sector entities, and other stakeholders to advance agricultural operations, conservation initiatives, workforce development, and innovative production practices across VADOC’s Agribusiness system.

Minimum Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of agricultural production, farm management, livestock and herd management, crop and grain production, dairy operations, agricultural processing, and agribusiness practices.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws, regulations, policies, safety standards, and environmental requirements governing agricultural operations.
• Knowledge of agricultural land management, conservation, natural resource management, equipment, infrastructure, budgeting, procurement, contracts, and resource allocation.
• Knowledge of workforce and project management principles, including the ability to lead geographically dispersed operations and complex, multi-site initiatives. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic plans, establish operational priorities, analyze financial and performance data, and make sound management decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to develop partnerships and negotiate agreements with government agencies, educational institutions, private organizations, and industry stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and to lead change, solve complex operational issues, and implement continuous improvement strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, resources, and statewide agricultural operations effectively.
• Ability to operate effectively within a secure correctional environment and ensure agricultural operations comply with applicable security requirements.
• Ability to complete the Virginia Ethics Council Conflict of Interest (COI) filing within two (2) business days of hire and annually thereafter, in accordance with the Code of Virginia § 2.2-3100.
• Ability to complete COI training within two (2) months of hire and every other year thereafter, as required by Code of Virginia § 2.2-3132.

Additional Considerations

• Experience in a correctional, governmental, institutional, or highly regulated environment preferred.
• Project management experience and knowledge of state procurement and fleet management practices preferred.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

If selected as a finalist with the VADOC, candidates can expect the following:

Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Drug Testing Requirements: Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver’s License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.

Application Requirements: Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.

Layoff Preferences: Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé.

VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply. Click here for more information: Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: 804-910-7937

Email: EMAILED APPLICATIONS/RÉSUMÉS / WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSITION

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.