ASSTISTANT DEPUTY ADMINISTRATOR FOR FIELD OPERATIONS

Farm Service Agency; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 204,000 - 216,000; Full time

Job summary

Farm Service Agency, part of USDA, is seeking a Senior Executive Service position at the II level to provide strategic support to the Deputy Administrator for Farm Bill, Farm Program, and Farm Loan Program policy implementation across all FSA field offices nationwide. This role offers a salary range and potential bonuses, with eligibility for performance-based awards.

Open: October 28, 2026. Closes: November 13, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Provides strategic support to the Deputy Administrator in implementing Farm Bill, Farm Program, and Farm Loan Program policies across all FSA field offices nationwide.

Job description

Open: October 28, 2026 — Closes: November 13, 2026

Summary

This position is designated as SES, General. USDA structures its SES positions into position levels. This is a position level II with a salary range of $204,122 - $216,010 per year. Exceptions to the salary cap may be considered in certain circumstances. SES employees are also eligible to receive bonuses and performance-based awards. Visit http://www.opm.gov/ses/ for additional information and benefits for SES employees. **USDA Employees: Please refer to the Next Steps section**

Major Duties

Provides strategic support to the Deputy Administrator in implementing Farm Bill, Farm Program, and Farm Loan Program policies across all FSA field offices nationwide.