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Job Description Food and Agriculture is one of the largest industries in Michigan. Grow with us and make a difference. About MDARD: Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) partners with the food and agriculture industry to assure a safe, wholesome and abundant food supply; grow our state's economy; and improve the lives of Michigan citizens.

These are the primary reasons we do the work we do, and we take great pride in doing our jobs well. The Human Food Division of MDARD has a mission to protect public health by ensuring a safe and wholesome food supply, while working to maintain a viable food and dairy industry. Food safety is the division's top priority.

The FDA Food Contract specialist is responsible for managing and overseeing timely, successful completion of the annual FDA Food Contract. This position serves as a statewide technical advisor related to the contract, and requires the ability to successfully communicate and provide training and leadership to MDARD program staff and stakeholders, as well as the ability to be self-motivated. Job Summary: This position functions as an FDA Food Contract specialist and is responsible for: Oversight and administration of all aspects of the FDA Food Contract, including: Serves as technical advisor to program staff and federal agencies regarding the FDA Food Contract; Works with the program management team, staff, and FDA contacts to develop the inspection list annually; Serves as a primary resource and technical expert for all activity related to the FDA Food Contract; Conducts and attends statewide meetings related to the FDA Food Contract, with staff and FDA, as required.

Manage and oversee federal and state training programs for retail and manufactured food staff. This position requires thorough knowledge of the Human Food Division laws and regulations and public health principles, identifies training needs and develops curricula for state-wide regulation of food safety and sanitation, ongoing analysis of staff proficiency, including specialized food training and identifying qualified staff for particular assignments. Maintains program knowledge and assists in program management by responding to consumer, industry, and regulator requests for program information.

Responsible for maintaining and updating documents and materials fit for use. This position is required to follow established standard operating procedures and meet quantity, quality and timeliness standards for assigned work. Additionally, this position has a home workstation within Michigan, but will require some instate and out-of-state travel as may be necessary for meetings, etc., by personal vehicle with normal travel and mileage reimbursement rates, as applicable

The ideal candidate will possess and be able to demonstrate key position-critical skills and abilities, including: in-depth knowledge and experience of food safety laws and regulations; the ability to communicate effectively (oral, presentations, writing); the ability to provide leadership; the ability to project confidence; the ability to utilize and implement sound decision-making skills; a professional demeanor and composure in all situations; the ability to work with a wide variety of customers and stakeholders - both internal and external; the ability to serve as a resource and technical expert in the area of emergency management planning and response related to food safety; and, the ability to effectively and successfully forecast, plan, direct, and implement work assignments and projects. Position Description More About MDARD: The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) is comprised of four bureaus that use a customer-driven, solution-oriented approach to cultivate and expand new economic opportunities for the food and agricultural sector; safeguard the public's food supply; inspect and enforce sound animal health practices; control and eradicate plant pests and diseases threatening the $125.8 billion food and agriculture system; preserve the environment by which the farming community makes their living and feeds consumers; and protect consumers by enforcing laws relating to weights and measures. MDARD is committed to a department-wide diversity, equity, and inclusion program that builds upon our values and invests in our employees

We provide an inclusive culture through involvement and empowerment, where the inherent worth and dignity of all people are recognized.       Required Education and Experience Education Possession of a bachelor's degree in animal science, biochemistry, biology, chemistry, environmental health, food science/technology, microbiology, toxicology, veterinary science, or a related field including 10 semester (15 term) credits in a combination of biology and/or chemistry courses. Experience Four years of professional food and dairy industry experience equivalent to a Food Industry Field Scientist, including two years equivalent to a Food Industry Field Scientist P11.

Additional Requirements and Information Click the following link to view competitive benefit packages the State of Michigan offers. : MiCSC - Employee Benefits Please attach a cover letter, resume and official college transcripts to your application, if applicable. For our purposes, "Official Transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), and the Registrar's signature and/or seal.

Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further. Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration.

Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results. Accommodations If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.