All FSA roles are listed below, and include information on the job, skillsets needed to success, and growth opportunities. You can begin at any step so explore your opportunities!
County Office Roles
Job Description
County Program Analysts (PAs) are a vital part of the Farm Service Agency (FSA) County Service Center. They are the first line of communication with the farmers, ranchers, and producers we serve. This role provides support for the agricultural industry by helping implement FSA programs.
Responsibilities
Explaining program provisions, benefits, and options to producers, initiating contact to obtain required information and assisting them in the completion of forms, among other office duties.
Impact
As a County Program Analyst, your service to farmers, ranchers, and producers in your county and state helps stimulate an economically and environmentally sound future for American Agriculture.
Qualifications
We are actively seeking public servants, problem solvers, and hard workers with a passion for supporting local communities, and a commitment to exceptional customer service. We encourage you to apply and be part of our team.
Job Description
- County Office Program Analyst Trainees play an essential role at the Farm Service Agency (FSA) County Service Center, learning how to support farmers, ranchers, and producers. As a trainee, you will receive hands-on training to help implement FSA programs and gain the vital knowledge to become the first point of contact for the agriculture community.
Development & Responsibilities
- This position offers comprehensive training and hands on experience with FSA program provisions, benefits, and procedures. Equipping you with the skills to effectively communicate options to producers, assist in completing important documents, and support key office functions.
Impact
- As a County Office Program Analyst Trainee, you will develop the skills and knowledge needed to support farmers and ranchers in your county, contributing to a strong and sustainable agricultural community.
Qualifications
- No experience is required, but applicants must have a high school degree or GED. We are actively seeking public servants, problem solvers, and hard workers with a passion for supporting local communities, and a commitment to exceptional customer service. We encourage you to apply and be part of our team.
Job Description
- County Executive Directors (CEDs) are a vital part of the Farm Service Agency (FSA) County Service Center. They are the county office service center managers, responsible for directing and managing program and administrative operations, for the benefit of farmers, ranchers, and producers in their county.
Responsibilities
- CEDs perform duties in their county office(s), as well as out in the field with producers. They manage Program Analysts in their office(s), providing governance over the implementation of FSA commodity, conservation, and livestock programs. They also conduct outreach activities to connect producers to the office and the programs available.
Impact
- As a CED, you will be at the forefront of agricultural and rural development, working closely with farmers and ranchers to promote environmental and economic growth and sustainability. Your leadership will drive positive change to shape the future of your county.
Qualifications
- We are actively seeking public servants, problem solvers, and hard workers possessing excellent leadership and supervisory skills. Successful CEDs have a passion for supporting local communities, and a commitment to exceptional customer service. We encourage you to apply and be part of our team.
Job Description
- County Executive Directors (CED) in Training are guided through a one-year management and program training class with the Farm Service Agency (FSA) County Executive Directors. They work closely with farmers and ranchers to perform office and field activities as needed to accomplish program objectives.
Development & Responsibilities
- This program provides training on managerial skills and program regulations and applies this practical knowledge to everyday operations in the county office. Upon successful completion of the trainee program, candidates are eligible for placement as a County Executive Director.
Impact
- In this role, you’ll be at the forefront of agricultural and rural development, working closely with farmers, ranchers, and diverse agricultural operations to promote growth and sustainability. Your leadership will shape the future of your county and state, fostering economic prosperity and driving positive change.
Qualifications
- We are actively seeking public servants, problem solvers, and hard workers with a passion for supporting local communities, and a commitment to exceptional customer service. We encourage you to apply and be part of our team.
GS Farm Loan Roles
Job Description
- Program Technicians provide support across the nation to agricultural industries by helping implement Farm Service Agency (FSA) Farm Loan Programs. They provide administrative and technical support to help Farm Loan Program operations run smoothly.
Responsibilities
- Providing training to individuals and groups on loan documents, processing loan applications, and providing technical assistance with processing bankruptcy and farm foreclosure cases, amidst other support to our agricultural industries.
Impact
- As a Program Technician, you will give farmers, ranchers and producers an opportunity to succeed – whether they’re just getting started in farming, investing in their existing operations, or looking to maintain their businesses in hard times.
Qualifications
- We are actively seeking public servants, problem solvers, and hard workers with a passion for supporting local communities, and a commitment to exceptional customer service. We encourage you to apply and be part of our team.
Job Description
- Loan Analysts provide support across the nation to agricultural industries by helping implement FSA Farm Loan Programs. Loan Analysts are given on-the-job training to analyze and evaluate loan documentation and assist Loan Officers and the Farm Loan Manager in administering farm loans, policies, and procedures for the assigned farm loan area.
Responsibilities
- Working collaboratively with other loan staff to support a range of lending, closing, disbursement, monitoring, liquidating and servicing activities of agricultural loans.
Impact
- As a Loan Analyst, you will give farmers, ranchers and producers an opportunity to succeed – whether they’re just getting started in farming, investing in their existing operations, or looking to maintain their businesses in hard times.
Qualifications
- We are actively seeking public servants, problem solvers, and hard workers with a passion for supporting local communities, and a commitment to exceptional customer service. We encourage you to apply and be part of our team.
Job Description
Loan Assistant/ Specialists are a vital part of the Farm Service Agency (FSA) County Service Center. They receive extensive hands-on training so candidates can assist the Farm Loan Manager in administering farm loan programs in one or more counties and ultimately gain loan approval authority and become a Farm Loan Officer.
Responsibilities
Working collaboratively with senior farm loan staff, you will learn foundational techniques and methods to effectively evaluate financial factors and credit risks when making and servicing farm loans.
Impact
As a Loan Assistant/ Specialist, you will be learning how to grant farmers, ranchers and producers an opportunity to thrive – whether there are embarking on their farming journey, enhancing existing operations, or seeking support to sustain their businesses during challenging times.
Qualifications
We are actively seeking public servants, problem solvers, and hard workers with a passion for supporting local communities, and a commitment to exceptional customer service. We encourage you to apply and be part of our team.
Administrative Roles
For more information on current vacancies and their respective qualifications, visit https://usda-fsa.usajobs.gov.