Chief Agricultural Marketing Division

THE POSITION NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF N-3 WHICH WAS PREVIOUSLY OPEN FROM SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 TO OCTOBER 1, 2024. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY. Are you an experienced marketing professional and leader ready to take the next step to advance your career? The Department of Agriculture is seeking a passionate and knowledgeable individual to perform critical work as a division Chief within the Agriculture Marketing Division. Your position is responsible for overseeing the PA Preferred brand and marketing program for agricultural products produced in Pennsylvania. This is your moment to shine and highlight your skills as a leader while propelling your professional journey forward. DESCRIPTION OF WORK This role functions as a marketing support intermediary, facilitating communication and collaboration between the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture and various stakeholders within the state's agricultural sector, which encompasses processors, farmers, commodity organizations, and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time up to 5 days per pay period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Seven years of experience in agricultural marketing, which includes three years in a professional capacity; or Three years of professional experience in agricultural marketing and a bachelor's degree in agribusiness management, public relations, economics, marketing, communications, or a closely-related field; or An equivalent combination of experience and training. Additional Requirements: You must have five years experience in agricultural or food marketing You must have three years experience in digital marketing You must have three years experience in website development or administration You must have three years experience in digital design working in Adobe InDesign or Illustrator You must have three years experience in professional writing You must be able to perform essential job functions. How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans: Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at . Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short video. See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our benefits calculator. Health & Wellness We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs. Compensation & Financial Planning We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. Work/Life Balance We know there's more to life than just work. Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities. Values and Culture We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving. Employee Perks Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships. For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit and click on the benefits box. Eligibility rules apply. 01 How much full-time professional experience do you possess in agricultural marketing? 3 years or more 2 to less than 3 years 1 to less than 2 years Less than 1 year None 02 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 03 How much graduate coursework have you completed in agribusiness management, public relations, economics, marketing, communications, or business administration? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you are claiming education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit and click on Other Information. 60 credits or more 30 but less than 60 credits Less than 30 credits None 04 Additional Requirement - Do you have at least five years' experience in agricultural or food marketing? Yes No 05 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 06 Additional Requirement - Do you have at least three years' experience in digital marketing? Yes No 07 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 08 Additional Requirement - Do you have at least three years' experience in website development or administration? Yes No 09 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 10 Additional Requirement - Do you have at least three years' experience in digital design working in Adobe InDesign or Illustrator? Yes No 11 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below . click apply for full job details