State of Hawai'i
FARM MANAGER I - WAIAWA CORRECTIONAL FACILITY - WAIPAHU, OAHU
State of Hawai'i, Houston, Texas, United States
Overview
Recruitment Number 25-0334. This vacancy is with the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. The starting monthly salary is at the minimum rate of pay advertised above. This continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. The notice of the last day to file applications will be posted on the State of Hawaii's Civil Service Job Opportunities Listing page of our website. This position is responsible for the management and operation of a farm program, including direct supervision over crew leaders and farm laborers engaged in performing various farming activities; keeping records and preparing reports; the proper operation and maintenance of farm equipment; and performing other related duties as assigned. To qualify, applicants must meet all of the following requirements:
Qualifications
Legal Authorization to Work Requirement:
The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.
Basic Requirement:
Experience (paid or unpaid), education, training or any combination thereof, which demonstrates the ability to read, comprehend and apply written and oral directions; and the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
General Experience:
Three (3) years of responsible farm work experience in one or a combination of the following areas:
Plant/crop production experience which demonstrates knowledge of planting, propagating and harvesting practices used in vegetable and fruit production including methods of crop rotation and soil conservation, use of fertilizers, herbicides, insecticides and pesticides; identification, prevention, eradication and control of plant disease, pests and weeds; growth characteristics of common vegetable and fruit crops; knowledge of care.
Livestock and/or poultry care and management experience which demonstrates knowledge of raising and breeding of livestock and/or poultry including feeding methods, diet, habits and peculiarities of common farm livestock and/or poultry; identification, prevention, eradication and treatment of diseases and ailments and slaughtering and dressing of livestock and/or poultry; safety and sanitation practices applicable to farm work; and the ability to perform simple maintenance and repair of farm equipment and facilities, use standard agricultural equipment and tools, understand and follow oral and written instructions and to keep simple records.
Supervisory Experience:
Two (2) years of supervisory work experience which included: 1) planning, organizing, scheduling, and directing the work of others; 2) assigning and reviewing their work; 3) advising them on difficult work problems; 4) training and developing subordinates; and 5) evaluating their work performance.
Substitution of Education for General Experience:
Study at an accredited university, community college, junior college or vocational/technical school in the field of agriculture may be substituted for experience as follows: A. Fifteen semester hours for six (6) months of experience, provided that the coursework included a minimum of one course in plant/crop propagation and/or livestock management, up to a maximum of two (2) years of general experience.
For these substitutions, six out of every fifteen semester hours must have been in agricultural or related courses and provided the required knowledge listed under General Experience.
Successful completion of an agricultural curriculum leading to a diploma, certificate or other comparable degree from an accredited community college, junior college or vocational/technical school above the high school level may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two (2) years of general experience.
Successful completion of a farm practicum, which provided one semester of on-the-job vocational/technical competencies in agricultural activities supplemented by six semester hours of coursework in crop propagation, soil technology, livestock/animal sciences, or related agricultural subjects may be substituted for six (6) months of general experience.
Other Requirements:
Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Requirement:
Federal law states that an agency shall not hire or promote anyone who may have contact with inmates and who has engaged in sexual abuse, has been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, or has been adjudicated to have engaged in such activity.
Driver's License:
Applicants must possess a valid driver's license at the time of appointment.
Additional Information
Disability accommodations:
The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require accommodations, please call 808-587-0936 for assistance.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program:
A federal program that forgives the balance of federal student loans after 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please visit the PSLF site (link not included here).
Electronic Notification to Applicants:
HRD will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of status and processing information. Ensure your contact information is current and accessible.
Testing Information:
Examinations are conducted on an unassembled basis; your application should clearly describe duties and responsibilities of each position held. In-person interviews and/or testing may be required in Hawaii at the agency's discretion.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
For more information about Equal Employment Opportunity, Merit Civil Service System, Citizenship and other requirements, Reasonable Accommodation, Veterans Preference, Examination Requirements, and the State Recruiting Office's Levels of Review, please refer to the official resources.
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Recruitment Number 25-0334. This vacancy is with the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. The starting monthly salary is at the minimum rate of pay advertised above. This continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. The notice of the last day to file applications will be posted on the State of Hawaii's Civil Service Job Opportunities Listing page of our website. This position is responsible for the management and operation of a farm program, including direct supervision over crew leaders and farm laborers engaged in performing various farming activities; keeping records and preparing reports; the proper operation and maintenance of farm equipment; and performing other related duties as assigned. To qualify, applicants must meet all of the following requirements:
Qualifications
Legal Authorization to Work Requirement:
The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.
Basic Requirement:
Experience (paid or unpaid), education, training or any combination thereof, which demonstrates the ability to read, comprehend and apply written and oral directions; and the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
General Experience:
Three (3) years of responsible farm work experience in one or a combination of the following areas:
Plant/crop production experience which demonstrates knowledge of planting, propagating and harvesting practices used in vegetable and fruit production including methods of crop rotation and soil conservation, use of fertilizers, herbicides, insecticides and pesticides; identification, prevention, eradication and control of plant disease, pests and weeds; growth characteristics of common vegetable and fruit crops; knowledge of care.
Livestock and/or poultry care and management experience which demonstrates knowledge of raising and breeding of livestock and/or poultry including feeding methods, diet, habits and peculiarities of common farm livestock and/or poultry; identification, prevention, eradication and treatment of diseases and ailments and slaughtering and dressing of livestock and/or poultry; safety and sanitation practices applicable to farm work; and the ability to perform simple maintenance and repair of farm equipment and facilities, use standard agricultural equipment and tools, understand and follow oral and written instructions and to keep simple records.
Supervisory Experience:
Two (2) years of supervisory work experience which included: 1) planning, organizing, scheduling, and directing the work of others; 2) assigning and reviewing their work; 3) advising them on difficult work problems; 4) training and developing subordinates; and 5) evaluating their work performance.
Substitution of Education for General Experience:
Study at an accredited university, community college, junior college or vocational/technical school in the field of agriculture may be substituted for experience as follows: A. Fifteen semester hours for six (6) months of experience, provided that the coursework included a minimum of one course in plant/crop propagation and/or livestock management, up to a maximum of two (2) years of general experience.
For these substitutions, six out of every fifteen semester hours must have been in agricultural or related courses and provided the required knowledge listed under General Experience.
Successful completion of an agricultural curriculum leading to a diploma, certificate or other comparable degree from an accredited community college, junior college or vocational/technical school above the high school level may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two (2) years of general experience.
Successful completion of a farm practicum, which provided one semester of on-the-job vocational/technical competencies in agricultural activities supplemented by six semester hours of coursework in crop propagation, soil technology, livestock/animal sciences, or related agricultural subjects may be substituted for six (6) months of general experience.
Other Requirements:
Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Requirement:
Federal law states that an agency shall not hire or promote anyone who may have contact with inmates and who has engaged in sexual abuse, has been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, or has been adjudicated to have engaged in such activity.
Driver's License:
Applicants must possess a valid driver's license at the time of appointment.
Additional Information
Disability accommodations:
The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require accommodations, please call 808-587-0936 for assistance.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program:
A federal program that forgives the balance of federal student loans after 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please visit the PSLF site (link not included here).
Electronic Notification to Applicants:
HRD will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of status and processing information. Ensure your contact information is current and accessible.
Testing Information:
Examinations are conducted on an unassembled basis; your application should clearly describe duties and responsibilities of each position held. In-person interviews and/or testing may be required in Hawaii at the agency's discretion.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
For more information about Equal Employment Opportunity, Merit Civil Service System, Citizenship and other requirements, Reasonable Accommodation, Veterans Preference, Examination Requirements, and the State Recruiting Office's Levels of Review, please refer to the official resources.
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