USDA Agricultural Marketing Service Seeks Branch Chief (3 positions Available!)
All three positions are based out of Washington, DC and will supervise teams of 10-12 people each. Applications are due June 6. Apply as soon as possible as each posting has a 75 applicant cap.
Research Branch Chief
Supervisory Social Science Research Analyst (permanent)
This position will lead thecurrent portfolioof local and regional food systems research and development, overseeing a team of economists and agricultural marketing specialists. The research team explores common challenges that local and regional food system stakeholders face through cooperative research and data analysis with university and non-profit partners, supporting market access and transparency. We are seeking candidates with excellent quantitative and qualitative data analysis skills and expertise in local and regional food systems research.
Outreach and Technical Assistance Branch Chief
Supervisory Agricultural Marketing Specialist (permanent)
This position will lead a team that will provide a range of outreach and technical assistance to a variety of stakeholders including the new Regional Food Business Centers, AMS grant applicants and recipients, and stakeholders seeking architectural assistance for food facilities. We are seeking candidates with extensive experience leading national level local and regional food systems’ teams and projects and experience conducting outreach and technical assistance for a variety of stakeholders.
Regional Food Business Centers Branch Chief
Supervisory Agricultural Marketing Specialist (term)
This position will lead a team of field staff that will support the new Regional Food Business Centers and ensure USDA and AMS resources are available and responsive to the needs of small- and mid-size food businesses. We are seeking candidates with extensive experience leading national level local and regional food systems’ teams and projects and experience collaborating with a variety of local food systems stakeholders.
Feel free to reach out if you have any questions.
Christina Conell
Deputy Director
Marketing Services Division, AMS
202.657.8647