Farm Crew Leader

This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies within the Sheriff’s Department. The anticipated life of the employment list is six months. If interested in employment for this position for current or future vacancies, please submit an online application for consideration.Current vacancy is with the Sheriff’s Department located in Visalia. The anticipated life of the list is six months. Please note, our policy contains personal appearance standards which include prohibiting visible tattoos above the collar line or below the wrist. We ask that all applicants be able to meet this requirement.Typical DutiesProvide lead supervision and training for a crew of farm inmate workers in all areas of planting and harvesting, and in animal care. Oversee the growing of various vegetable and feed crops including ground preparation, seeding, cultivating, fertilizing, spraying, thinning, irrigating and harvesting. Direct the day-to-day care of livestock including feeding, watering, and monitoring for disease and/or illness. Assist the Farm Manager with, and direct an assigned crew in the vaccinating, birthing, castrating, and butchering of farm animals.Demonstrate and instruct others in proper agricultural methods and procedures.For a full list of duties for this position, please click here.Essential job duties may be assigned that are not listed above but are relative to this job classification. (Reasonable accommodation will be made when requested and determined by the County to be appropriate under applicable law.)Minimum QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:EducationEquivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.ExperienceThree (3) years of experience in general agriculture including growing crops and animal husbandry, and in operating trucks, tractors and implements such as discs, cultivators and planters, one (1) year of which should include supervising the work of others.Knowledge OfThe uses, maintenance, operation and repair of a variety of farm equipment and implements. Supervisory methods and techniques. Agricultural methods and techniques related to the growing of a variety of food and feed crops and raising of livestock. Fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides. Seed types and varieties. Math sufficient to compute percentages, decimals and fractions.Skill/Ability ToWork and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers. Operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment. Instruct and supervise inmate workers in the safe use and care of hand tools, motorized farm equipment, and other implements. Follow and give oral and written instruction. See the full list in link.License Or CertificatePossession of, or ability to obtain an appropriate, valid California driver's license.Additional InformationConditions Of EmploymentCandidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.College Cost Reduction Access ActThis may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan service or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-serviceEQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERBargaining Unit 2The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change.Benefit Amount: An annual benefit amount is provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision and life). This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods).Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMO medical plans which include PPO and HMO dental plans and include dental and vision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, and Vision Services Plan (VSP).Retirement: The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems.Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days and 1 personal holiday.Vacation Accrual2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service)3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service)4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service)5 weeks per year (11+ years of service)Limit of 300 hours.Sick Leave Accrual: 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 60 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave.Career Incentive PayEmployees who have completed five (5) or more Years of Service with Tulare County and meet the eligibility criteria described in Administrative Regulation - 52, earn additional pay according to the schedule below.Years of Service% IncreaseTotal53%3%102%5%153%8%202%10%Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company.Disability Insurance: Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee.Deferred Compensation: A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available.To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change.01The supplemental application form is an EXAMINATION. All candidates are required to complete the questions at the end of the application. The supplemental application questions will be used to select the most highly qualified candidates who will then advance to the next step in the selection process. The questions that follow will be used to evaluate the extent to which a candidate has demonstrated and applied the knowledge, skills and abilities critical to successful performance for this position. You must respond to all required questions to be considered for this position. Describe your experience in growing food and feed crops. Include the number of acres, how the crop was planted, irrigated, harvested, and the amount of yield. Indicate your level of responsibility.02Describe your experience in raising livestock. Include the number and type of animals, the care given and other tasks performed such as vaccinating, birthing, castrating, and butchering. Indicate your level of responsibility.03Describe your experience in instructing and supervising employees. Indicate the number and level of employees, type of work involved, and specific tasks performed, i.e. trained, assigned work, evaluated performance, hired.04For each implement and/or piece of equipment listed below, indicate those you have used. Include the type/model of equipment, at what job, and for what purpose it was used. a) Mechanical Sprayer b) Tractor c) Cultivator d) Shredder e) Rototiller f) Planter g) V-Plow or Plow h) Scraper i) Three-point disc or other disc05A valid driver’s license is required for this position. Do you have the possession of or the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the date of hire?YesNo Required Question