Insect Pest Prevention and Management (IPPM) Program Manager (Compliance & Regul

The Oregon Department of Agriculture is seeking an **Insect Pest Prevention and Management (IPPM) Program Manager** (Compliance & Regulatory Manager 1**)**.At the **Oregon Department of Agriculture** (), the The ODA Insect Pest Prevention and Management Program (IPPM) protects Oregon’s natural resources and agriculture by early detection and rapid response to harmful invasive insects and other invertebrates. Program activities include, but are not limited to, monitoring and eradication programs, bio-control projects, insect identification services and collaboration with state and federal partners.This program is conducted statewide and affects all segments of Oregon's agricultural and horticultural community as well as natural resources in urban, rural, and forested environments. This program is an important component in the agency mission to ensure food safety, protect natural resources, and promote agricultural economic development.As the **IPPM Program Manager** (Compliance & Regulatory Manager 1) your responsibilities will include:Two years of related experience and a bachelor’s degree in Entomology, Natural Resource Conservation, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Agriculture or related field.* Excellent oral and written communication skills.* Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative team environment.* Preparation, writing and formalizing cooperative agreements, grants and surveys.* Budget preparation and management skills are necessary to perform duties of this position.* Experience in both administering grants as well as submitting grant proposals, for both federal and state grants.* Experience with principals and practices of employee relations and management.* Preferential consideration will be given to candidates with graduate degrees in entomology, natural resource management, environmental science related field.* Experience managing a department with natural resources responsibilities, including program and strategic planning; knowledge of the federal and state laws governing invasive species.* Experience building and supporting high-performing, collaborative teams that appreciate and encourage diverse thinking; proven experience fostering teamwork among subordinates; experience coaching, mentoring, and motivating subordinates.* Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams using data collection, goal setting, measure design, and report development to address opportunities and determine programmatic priorities.* Ability to speak a second language beyond English is a bonus (Spanish preferred).**Required: Attach a cover letter and a resume to your application.** Demonstrate how you meet the qualifications and **Additional Requirements** in your application. Applications without both required documents attached will not move forward in the recruitment process. #J-18808-Ljbffr