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Chief Technology Officer

The United States Department of Agriculture is the United States federal executive department responsible for developing and executing U.S. federal government policy on farming, agriculture, and food. It aims to meet the needs of farmers and ranchers, promote agricultural trade and production, work to assure food safety, protect natural resources, foster rural communities and end hunger in the United States and abroad.

Accomplished, results-oriented senior leader of staff, information systems, networks, and programs. Expert at streamlined technical and business solutions for complex problems, straightforward communication, and consensus-building. Talents include the ability to work easily among a range of client groups, motivate staff, and manage projects under aggressive deadlines. Finely tuned skills in strategic planning, communications, and coalition-building, report and proposal writing. Extensive background in environmental issues and programs and the intersection of environment and technology.