Jesse Simoes
Elk Grove,CA
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at the USDA Farm Service Agency, enhancing producer satisfaction and streamlining FSA program administration. Aside from my position as CED I have been added roles as Acting CED in five other offices throughout the years while keeping up with my own duties. I have also maintained the role of Acting DD multiple times during my supervisors leave of absence. These experiences have strengthened my organizational leadership and problem-solving skills, in successfully resolving staff conflicts and implementing efficient solutions. I have demonstrated excellence in ethics compliance and program oversight, significantly improving team performance and program delivery.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
County Executive Director
USDA Farm Service Agency
01.2015 - Current
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple FSA programs within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced producer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Cross-trained existing employees to be knowledgeable in multiple programs to maximize team agility and performance.
- Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing systems and implementing appropriate solutions.
Program Technician
USDA Farm Service Agency
10.2004 - 01.2015
- Conducted thorough research in policy handbooks, incorporating findings into program administration.
- Generated reports on program status, enabling informed decision-making by CED's.
- Demonstrated commitment to development by attending and giving multiple program trainings, applying new knowledge to improve program offerings.
- Explained program regulations and procedures to staff as well as producers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications And Media
California State University, Chico
Chico, CA05-2003
Skills
- FSA program administration
- Organizational leadership
- Ethics compliance
- Program oversight
- Producer services
- Compliance and regulations
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Active listening
- Decision-making
Timeline
County Executive Director
USDA Farm Service Agency
01.2015 - Current
Program Technician
USDA Farm Service Agency
10.2004 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Communications And Media
California State University, Chico