Professional Career Opportunities - Job Title Details

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Economic Development Program Specialist 1 (Agriculture)

Occupation Group

Communications, Marketing and Public Relations

Salary Information

Starting Salary

$51,268

Career Ladder Information

Salary Information for Economic Dev Program Spec Trainee 1 Agriculture
Title Grade Hiring Rate/yr Job Rate/yr
Economic Dev Program Spec Trainee 1 Agriculture 13 $49,363 $63,169
Economic Dev Program Spec Trainee 2 Agriculture 14 $52,198 $66,634
Economic Development Program Specialist 1 Agricul 18 $65,001 $82,656
Economic Development Program Specialist 2 Agricul 23 $84,156 $106,454
Economic Development Program Specialist 3 Agricul 27 $103,784 $127,830

All salary grades for trainees titles are non-statutory (NS) equated to the salary grade identified. These grade equations apply to the starting salaries in their respective salary schedule for the traineeship levels.

Job Description

Individuals in this job title deliver business services and assistance to individuals, companies, and organizations in the food and agriculture industry. They perform field and office work related to the marketing and promotion of New York State food and agricultural products including assisting with the administration of established and ongoing food and agricultural product marketing and promotion programs, and identification and implementation of new programs and activities.

Agencies with this Title

Advanced Placement

If chosen, you may, at the agency's discretion, be appointed to a higher level. You must inform the agency of any additional qualifications at your interview.

View Additional Qualifications

Two years of experience in agriculture, natural resource management, manufacturing or food service fields that include business or program management, domestic or international marketing, conducting research, event planning or coordination, or developing or implementing strategies.

How to Apply

The November 2022 PCO Examination is closed, applications are no longer being accepted