Overview:
In this contract role, you will lead a team evaluating the USDA Onion Crop Insurance Program and related options. You will manage project deliverables, apply statistical analyses, and produce an Issues Evaluation Report to inform policy and program design. You’ll work on agricultural transformation initiatives across the food value chain, partnering with government and private clients to drive operational improvements. This is a data-driven, cross-functional position with a clear impact on food security and rural development. Compensation / Benefits Competitive compensation Group health benefits 401(k) retirement plan with company match PTO and holidays Pre-tax benefit plans (FSA/POP) Referral and performance incentives
Responsibilities:
Lead a team of underwriters and research analysts to conduct evaluation of the Onion Crop Insurance Program Perform statistical analyses and prepare the Final Issues Evaluation Report and Pilot Removal Option Coordinate six focus areas: Industry Research, Insurance Experience, Policy Content/Structure, Rating Sufficiency, Pricing Analysis, Plan of Insurance Develop and present progress updates to USDA Risk Management Agency (RMA) monthly Support requirements for PR0001 Communications And Knowledge Management Assist as research analyst or insurance specialist alongside project management Produce statistical summaries and regional scopes (liability, loss ratios, etc.) Identify policy vulnerabilities and discrepancies between provisions and current practices
Key requirements:
GS-13 Equivalent (e.g., STTA subject matter expert, program manager, senior program analyst) Bachelor Degree in relevant fields 5+ years leading agribusiness projects Crop Insurance experience preferred Strong Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and related tools Advanced data analytics and time-series capabilities U.S. Citizenship Ability to travel as required Strong written and oral communication Team leadership and collaboration Risk assessment and strategic thinking Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Access, Outlook) Adobe Acrobat Visio