DEPUTY ADMINISTRATOR, DIVISION OF PLANT HEALTH & COMPLIANCE - UNCLASSIFIED

DEPUTY ADMINISTRATOR, DIVISION OF PLANT HEALTH & COMPLIANCE - UNCLASSIFIED

Salary

$124,068.00 Annually

Location

Sparks

Job Type

Unclassified Full-Time

Job Number

2026-03171

Department

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

Opening Date

07/31/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

N/A

Salary Grade

Not Assigned

Full Physical Address of Position (City, State, Zip)

Sparks, Nevada 89431

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• THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE*

Job Summary

The Nevada Department of Agriculture (NDA), Division of Plant Health & Compliance, is seeking to fill the Deputy Administrator position in Sparks. The Deputy Administrator for Plant, Health and Compliance serves as the senior management role under the Division Administrator by helping oversee and coordinate all division operations. The role requires leadership across regulatory, inspection, testing, licensing, certification, personnel management, budgeting, and policy development functions. The incumbent works collaboratively with state, federal, local agencies, industry partners, and community organizations to ensure effective program implementation and compliance with statutes. Preferred qualifications include a bachelor's degree in agricultural science or a related field, five years of experience in agricultural regulation or management, and knowledge of agriculture-related industries and state administrative processes. Strong skills in communication, leadership, conflict resolution, process improvement, and program oversight are essential. A valid Nevada driver's license is required within 30 days of appointment.

Essential Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates with a bachelor's degree in an agricultural

science or a closely related field, and at least five years of experience in agricultural

regulation or management. Experience in production agriculture, animal science,

biology, natural resource or range management, personnel supervision, and

familiarity with state administrative, legislative, and budgeting processes is

preferred.

An equivalent combination of education and experience, as determined acceptable

by the Director, will be considered. Candidates must possess a valid Nevada driver's

license at the time of appointment or obtain one within 30 days.

Job Duties

Duties include, but are not limited to, all division personnel-related functions, along with

assisting in regulatory program oversight, management, budgeting, progress tracking,

testing, inspection, licensing, certification, and service programs. The position also

supervises and directs staff performing regulatory, testing, inspection, enforcement,

evaluation, and certification activities statewide.

The incumbent will participate in policy development, ensure compliance with state and

federal statutes, and work collaboratively with local, state, and federal agencies,

community organizations, businesses, and the public.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Successful candidates will demonstrate the following:

• Ability to collaborate and lead through example, self-awareness, motivation, empathy, and social and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge and application of current management trends and principles.
• Ability to direct multiple programs involving multi-disciplinary staff
• Effective communication of ideas and principles through public speaking and concise written documents
• Application of a code of ethics in the business environment
• Ability to form and maintain positive working relationships with employees, industry, local government, state and federal organizations
• Knowledge of agriculture and plant industry related industries and their economic importance
• Application of fiscal policy
• Ability to review and streamline processes and make changes for efficiency and paperless work
• Ability to solve problems and address and resolve conflict, and
• Knowledge of legislative processes

Recruiter Contact Information: Sonja Grass - SonjaGrass@admin.nv.gov

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.

Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.

Benefits include:

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees' Benefits Program (PEBP).

• Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.

• Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.

• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.

• Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication.

• Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.

• No Nevada state income tax.

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.

• Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of "standard" or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.

Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU).

For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF).

• State Holidays The holiday schedule for State employees is established by the Legislature.

The following are legal holidays:

January 1.............................................. New Years Day

Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.s Birthday

Third Monday in February................ Washington's Birthday

Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day

June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day

July 4.................................................... Independence Day

First Monday in September.............. Labor Day

Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day

November 11........................................ Veterans Day

Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day

Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day

December 25........................................ Christmas Day

When January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255

Employer State of Nevada (NV)

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See Above for Posting Location, Nevada, 89701

Website https://nvjobs.nv.gov