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Summary
This position is located in the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). Incumbents will serve as a Program Examiner in the Agriculture or Interior branch overseeing federal agriculture, conservation, public lands, or tribal portfolios to align agency operations with Presidential priorities. Incumbents will be responsible for executive oversight, budget formulation, and policy evaluation across agriculture, natural resources, tribal affairs, and public land management portfolios.
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The public
Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Clarification from the agency
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Duties
As a Program Examiner (Agriculture and Interior), GS-0301-9/11/12/13/14/15, your typical work assignments may include the following:
- Serves as a senior Program Examiner and advisor for major Federal program portfolios, directing qualitative and quantitative analyses supporting formulation, presentation, execution, and oversight of the President's Budget.
- Leads analyses of sensitive, and cross-cutting Federal program, budget, legislative, regulatory, financial management, procurement, and organizational issues with Administration or government-wide implications.
- Formulates and recommends funding levels, resource allocations, policy alternatives, legislative or regulatory approaches, management reforms, and other actions affecting major Federal programs and national priorities.
- Develops and presents decision memoranda, issue papers, briefings, and recommendations for senior OMB officials, Executive Office of the President leadership, and other executive decision makers.
- Leads or plays a principal role in negotiations, interagency working groups, and high-level meetings; resolves conflicting positions and represents OMB on potentially controversial matters.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
- Must be a U.S. citizen or national
- Selective Service registration is required if you are a male born after December 31, 1959.
- Subject to pre-employment and random drug tests.
- Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
- New employees to the Executive Office of the President will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/.
- May be required to successfully complete a one year probationary period.
- You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
- Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
- RELOCATION EXPENSES WILL NOT BE PAID
- This is a Drug Testing Designated Position (DTDP) and is covered by the Executive Office of the President Drug-Free Workplace Program.
- More than one selection may be made from this announcement.
- Promotion to the next highest grade level is neither guaranteed nor implied.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: All applicants must meet the qualification requirements outlined below to be considered minimally qualified for this position. The qualification requirements are in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standards.
ALL QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE MET BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have a minimum of one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility comparable to the next lower grade or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector.
To qualify at the GS-09 grade level you must have at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-07 grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector performing the following duties: 1. Gathering and researching information concerning programs, budgets, or organizational operations; and 2. Assisting in preparing written reports, memoranda, briefings, presentations, or other analytical products.
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A master's or equivalent graduate degree, 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree, or LL.B. or J.D., if related.
OR
A combination of experience and education. (Combinations of successfully completed education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements as specified above. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify. Only graduate education in excess of the amount required for the next lower grade level may be used to qualify applicants for positions at grades GS-9.)
To qualify at the GS-11 grade level you must have at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector performing the following duties: 1. Analyzing information concerning programs, budgets, or organizational operations and identifying trends and discrepancies; 2. Collaborating in the development of written analytical products that present findings, options, or recommendations for review by senior staff or management; and 3. Communicating with internal or external stakeholders to obtain, clarify, or provide information concerning program or organizational matters.
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B. A Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree; or possession of a LL.M. degree, if related. Graduate level education must demonstrate the competencies necessary to do the work of the position.
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C. A combination of education and experience as listed above.
To qualify at the GS-12 grade level you must have at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector performing the following duties: 1. Applying established analytical methods to evaluate the effectiveness, efficiency, funding, or operation of programs; 2. Reviewing budget requests, program performance, or policy proposals; and 3. Preparing analytical products that synthesize program, financial, or policy details for management decision-making.
To qualify at the GS-13 grade level you must have at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector performing the following duties: 1. Evaluating program performance, funding proposals, resource requirements, or policy alternatives and proposing recommendations; 2. Leading the review of budget requests, program performance, or policy proposals and proposing findings or recommendations; 3. Synthesizing financial, or policy information into decision documents, briefings, or policy position papers; and 4. Working with organizational officials or stakeholders to obtain information regarding program, budget, policy, or management issues.
To qualify at the GS-14 grade level you must have at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector performing the following duties: 1. Conducting analyses of Federal programs or similar operations including budgets, regulations, or policy issues; 2. Formulating recommendations involving funding, resource allocation, program performance, or policy positions; 3. Developing analytical information for senior officials to make program, budget, policy, or management decisions; 4. Providing recommendations to senior officials concerning funding or policy priorities; and 5. Participating in meetings or negotiations to resolve policy issues.
To qualify at the GS-15 grade level you must have at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-14 grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector performing the following duties: 1. Leading analyses of Federal programs, budgets, policies, or management issues with organizational or government-wide implications; 2. Overseeing budgets, financial plans, resource allocations, or program funding proposals; 3. Developing recommendations and decision products addressing sensitive, interagency budget, or policy issues for senior decision makers; 4. Engaging, advising, or negotiating with senior officials to resolve competing priorities, defend organizational positions, or secure decisions concerning major program, budget, or policy initiatives; and 5. Coordinating interagency, cross-organizational, or multidisciplinary efforts to resolve issues and advance strategic or national policy objectives.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
This position does not have an education requirement.
Additional information
This is a Direct Hire Public Notice. Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration.
Category Rating, Veterans Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants do not apply to this Public Notice.
**Notice, more than one selection can be made within 90 days of the issuance of the certificate, if more vacancies occur.
Vacancies will be filled through OPM's Direct Hire Authority. Veterans' preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants do not apply to positions filled under this announcement. All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be forwarded to the selecting official for consideration. Applications received as a result of job fairs, recruitment events, and emergency hiring mechanisms in support of this hiring initiative will also be accepted during the duration of the direct-hire authority. For more information on OPM's authorization of Direct Hire Authority, please visit: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/direct-hire-authority/
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs & Career Transition Assistance Programs: These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: (1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; (2) be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above; and, (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information visit: http://www.opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp. For more information about ICTAP eligibility please review the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/ictap/
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Statement: http://www.eeoc.gov/federal/index.cfm
Employment Information Resources - Resource Center: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Main_Page
When the Executive Office of the President completes its hiring, the resumes of the remaining qualified candidates may be shared with additional federal agencies. Please opt -in if you would like your name, application material, and assessment results shared to be considered for employment with additional agencies. There is no guarantee of further consideration, and you can continue to explore other job opportunity announcements.
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternative Application.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Benefits
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the vacancy has closed, your resume and accompanying documents will be assessed to verify your qualifications as outlined in the job announcement. If you meet the minimum qualifications, your application will be evaluated against your responses on the assessment questionnaire to gauge your experience level. Should your self-assessment exceed what is substantiated by your resume, you may be disqualified from consideration. Candidates who rank among the most qualified will be forwarded to the selecting official for potential employment.
It is essential that your resume contains comprehensive details relevant to the responsibilities and specialized experience required for the position. Directly copying from the vacancy announcement without providing additional context to illustrate your experience may lead to an ineligible rating, hindering your chances for further consideration. Your resume should clearly demonstrate your experience, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities pertinent to the role. As the primary tool for evaluating your qualifications, we urge you to be precise and thorough in detailing your experience.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
Budget Administration, Financial Analysis, and Written Communication
Assessment Process:
Structured Resume Review. Subject matter experts (SMEs) will evaluate your resume to assess your technical qualifications for the position, focusing specifically on the required specialized experience. They will only consider the first two pages of your resume, beginning with your work experience, and will not review any additional materials such as cover letters or links included in your resume. Candidates who successfully pass this structured resume review will advance to the next stage of the assessment process.
To preview the application questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13085907
Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Resume: For qualification determinations, your resume must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e. GS-0301-09. Your resume must include detailed information as it relates to the responsibilities and specialized experience for this position. Evidence of copying and pasting directly from the vacancy announcement without clearly documenting supplemental information to describe your experience will result in an ineligible rating. This will prevent you from receiving further consideration. Note: If you upload more than one resume, the last resume received will be the one utilized for consideration. Please limit your resume to 2 pages. If more than 2 pages are submitted, only the first 2 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications.
If you choose to use your own resume, curriculum vitae, or any other written form you choose, then you must ensure it contains all of the required information and you organize it so we can associate the following information for each experience/position:
- Job title
- Name of employer
- Beginning and ending dates of employment (month/day/year format)
- Hours worked per week. We will assume full-time unless otherwise stated. We will prorate part-time employment in crediting experience.
- Detailed description of job duties for each job held, accomplishments, related skills, and responsibilities to include any supervisory/managerial responsibilities and number of staff supervised (if applicable)
- Your resume must show the series and grade or equivalent for all federal positions you have held (if a federal position).
3. Other supporting documents to be submitted with application:
- DD214: Veterans' Preference Documentation, if applicable, a DD-214 Member 4 copy, which shows type of discharge. If still active, provide an official Statement of Service. Any other documentation such as VA letter documenting disability, SF-15, and any other required supporting documentation based your veterans' preference claim.
- SF-50: Federal applicants must submit an SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) that shows your most recent Promotion, Within Rate Increase (WRI/WGI), or Appointment/Conversion (if applying as a current or former Federal Employee) showing you are/were in the competitive service and the highest grade or promotion potential held. Do not use Award actions. If you are an EOP employee you may obtain a copy of your SF-50 from OPF or eOPF. If you have separated from Federal Government employment, you may obtain a copy of your SF-50 via: National Personnel Records Center, Annex, 1411 Boulder Boulevard, Valmeyer, IL, 62295; FAX (618) 935-3014; Email rm.communications@nara.gov; or visit the https://www.archives.gov/personnel-records-center/new-nprc.
- Peace Corps volunteers must submit a copy of your "Description of Service (DOS)" in lieu of the SF-50. If you do not have one you should email the Peace Corps Office of Volunteer and PSC Financial Services at certify@peacecorps.gov.
- If you are currently serving in a pay banded position, please include a copy of your pay band chart with your application.
- College transcripts (if the position has a positive education requirement, or you are qualifying on the basis of education). If your education was completed outside of the U.S., you must submit a transcript or an official evaluation of your education (e.g., from a NACES accredited organization) that is in English.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. If an application limit has been reached, the vacancy may close prior to the stated closing date.
- To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
- Follow the prompts to select your résumé and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
- After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
- You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
It is applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and uploaded, (i.e., resume, veteran's documentation, completed assessment, and SF-50's) is received and accurate. Human Resources will not modify or change any part of your application. If a document is not in legible format, applicant will not be able to view it in Application Manager which means applicant must again upload or fax the documentation by the closing date of this announcement.
Application packages will NOT be accepted via mail or e-mail. All resumes/applications received at the addresses listed in the Contact Information or Agency Information will not be considered for this vacancy announcement.
Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13085907.
Agency contact information
725 17th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20503
US
Next steps
When the application process is complete, you will receive a confirmation notification by email and your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements for which you requested consideration. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to the questionnaire, along with your supporting documentation to determine your level of knowledge, skill, and ability related to the job requirements. After the qualification determinations are complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
The hiring manager may choose to conduct interviews. Once the selection is made, a tentative job offer will be sent to the selectee. A security background investigation and drug screening will be conducted at that time. If the drug screening is negative and security background is cleared, then a formal job offer will be extended to candidate. Application statuses will be updated once a formal job offer has been extended.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in agriculture jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in agronomy, agriculture science, or a closely related field
- Hands-on experience with crop scouting, soil sampling, or irrigation management
- Valid state pesticide applicator license or ability to obtain one within 90 days
- Proficiency with precision agriculture software and GPS-guided equipment
- Commercial driver's license or experience operating tractors and farm machinery
- Familiarity with Good Agricultural Practices and food safety compliance standards
Tips for Your Agriculture Job Search
Tailor your resume for each commodity
Employers in corn production, dairy, poultry, or specialty crops want to see experience with that specific commodity front and center. Rearrange your bullet points so the most relevant crop or livestock system matches what the job posting names.
List every certification you hold
Pesticide applicator licenses, Certified Crop Adviser credentials, and commercial driver's licenses with agricultural endorsements are filtering criteria for many hiring managers. Put them in a dedicated section near the top of your resume so they aren't buried.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists agriculture openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Search by season to beat the rush
Planting and harvest cycles drive predictable hiring surges. Search for field and production roles two to three months before peak seasons in your target region so your application lands before postings fill with last-minute competition.
Prepare to discuss equipment hours and acreage
Interviewers for farm and agronomy roles routinely ask how many hours you've logged on specific equipment or how many acres you've managed. Pull those numbers from your records before the interview so your answers are concrete, not approximate.
Negotiate relocation early in the offer stage
Many agriculture positions are in rural areas far from where candidates currently live. Raise relocation assistance during the offer conversation, not after you've accepted, and ask whether housing allowances or on-site accommodations are part of the package.
Agriculture Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most agricultures?
The companies hiring the most agricultures right now include Helena Agri-Enterprises, AgVantage FS, and 21st Century Equipment, with the largest share of openings in Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Openings are concentrated in production agriculture, agribusiness supply chains, and conservation programs.
How many agriculture jobs are remote?
About 43% of agriculture openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the largely field-based nature of the sector. Remote-eligible roles are most common in agricultural sales, policy and research analysis, precision agriculture technology support, and agricultural communications rather than in production or fieldwork positions.
How do you become a agriculture?
Start with a degree in agronomy, animal science, agricultural business, or a related discipline, or build hands-on experience through farm internships and seasonal field work. Earn any required state certifications, such as a pesticide applicator license, and develop proficiency with current tools including soil testing equipment, precision agriculture platforms, and farm management software. Building a record of quantifiable outcomes, like yield improvements or acreage managed, strengthens your candidacy at every level.
How do you get hired in agriculture with little experience?
Entry points include seasonal crop scouting, farm labor, and cooperative extension internships, which give you documented field hours and exposure to real production systems. Employers filling technician and assistant roles often prioritize a willingness to work variable hours and physically demanding conditions over a formal degree. Highlighting any coursework in soil science, plant pathology, or livestock management alongside any hands-on project, even a home garden or school farm plot, signals genuine interest.
What does the agriculture interview process look like?
Most agriculture interviews begin with a phone or video screen focused on your background and availability for field schedules. In-person rounds often include a site visit or a practical component where you may be asked to identify a crop pest, read a soil report, or demonstrate equipment familiarity. Final rounds for management or specialist roles typically involve a conversation with an operations leader and questions about your approach to safety protocols and seasonal planning.
Where can I find and apply to agriculture jobs?
You can find and apply to agriculture jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the available roles to find positions that match your specialization, location preference, and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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