AGRICULTURE PROGRAM COORDINATOR

State of Arkansas; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arkansas Department of Agriculture is seeking an Agricultural Program Coordinator to assist in developing, implementing, and overseeing statewide agricultural programs that promote sustainable farming and natural resource conservation. The role focuses on coordinating activities, ensuring compliance, and engaging diverse stakeholders.

The position involves planning, tracking KPIs, preparing educational materials, and supporting grant applications and regulatory filings to drive industry

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ experience in agricultural programs or coordination.
• Knowledge of state and federal agricultural policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, development and execution of agricultural programs.
• Monitor program effectiveness and track performance indicators.
• Coordinate logistics for workshops, trainings and outreach events.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for compliance and evaluation.
• Respond to inquiries from the public, industry professionals, and officials.
• Assist in preparing reports, grants, and regulatory filings.
• Collaborate with inspectors to ensure guideline adherence.
• Support budgeting, grant funding and financial tracking.

Skills

Agriculture knowledge

Natural resources

Regulatory familiarity

Data analysis

Report writing

Public engagement

Project coordination

Job description

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Anticipated Starting Salary: $52,137

Department of Agriculture

As the largest industry in Arkansas, the Arkansas Department of Agriculture is dedicated to the development and implementation of policies and programs for Arkansas agriculture and forestry to keep its farmers and ranchers competitive in national and international markets while ensuring safe food, fiber, and forest products for the citizens of the state and nation. The Department is organized into five Divisions: Forestry Division, Livestock and Poultry Division, Natural Resources Division, Plant Industries Division, and Shared Services Division.

Position Information

The Agricultural Program Coordinator is responsible for assisting in the development, implementation, and oversight of state agricultural programs that promote sustainable farming, natural resource conservation, and industry growth. This position ensures program effectiveness by coordinating activities, managing program logistics, engaging the public, and ensuring compliance with state and federal agricultural policies.

Primary Responsibilities

Assist in the planning, development, and execution of agricultural and natural resource programs.Monitor program effectiveness, track key performance indicators, and recommend improvements.Coordinate logistics for program activities, workshops, training sessions, and outreach events.Maintain accurate program records, reports, and documentation for compliance and evaluation purposes.Respond to inquiries from the public, industry professionals, and government officials regarding program details.Assist in the development of educational materials, presentations, and informational resources.Ensure program activities align with state and federal agricultural and environmental laws, policies, and best practices.Assist in the preparation of reports, grant applications, and regulatory filings.Collaborate with compliance officers and inspectors to ensure adherence to guidelines.Support the management of program budgets, grant funding, and financial tracking.Assist in the identification of funding opportunities, grant applications, and resource allocations.

Knowledge and Skills

Understanding of agriculture, natural resource conservation, and farming operations.Familiarity with state and federal agricultural and environmental regulations.Ability to analyze data, prepare reports, and track program performance.Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects efficiently.Strong verbal and written communication skills for public engagement, report writing, and public collaboration.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum of two years’ experience in agricultural programs, farm management, natural resources conservation, or program coordination.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of common firefighting equipment and practices in Arkansas
• Familiarity with hauling heavy equipment to include truck tractors, fire trucks, and pick-ups.

Satisfaction of the minimum qualifications, including years of experience and service, does not entitle employees to automatic progression within the job series. Promotion to the next classification level is at the discretion of the department and the Office of Personnel Management, taking into consideration the employee’s demonstrated skills, competencies, performance, workload responsibilities, and organizational needs.

Licensure/Certifications

N/AOTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.