County Manager Associate

Ilfb; Bloomington (IL); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Parental leave

Paid time off

Paid company holidays

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Illinois Farm Bureau is seeking a County Manager Associate in Bloomington, IL to join our training program and become a County Farm Bureau Manager. You will learn to run a county office, conduct programs for members, and recruit and engage members at the county level.

This role offers on-the-job training with IFB and county bureaus. You will develop skills in staff supervision, financial management, and event coordination, while gaining exposure to media and legislative activities affecting

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills are required.
• Self-starter attitude is preferred.
• Good organizational abilities are essential.
• Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Develops and refines skills to operate a County Farm Bureau office.
• Leads and supervises county staff and engages members.
• Gains understanding of financial management for a County Farm Bureau.
• Learns maintenance, lease, insurance, and liability basics for the office.
• Familiarizes with legislative processes at local, state, and national levels.
• Completes reviews of agreements with affiliated entities and county offices.
• Supports publication and member engagement efforts.
• Gathers revenue data such as dues, royalties, and grants.
• Participates in events, conferences, and media interactions.
• Learns technology and website/social media tools to enhance member involvement.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Self-starter

Organized

Ability to multitask

Job description

## County Manager AssociateApply: Bloomington, IL: Full time: Posted Today: R26\\_0000001064# **Join us at the Illinois Farm Bureau to become part of an influential leader that has a rich history and vision toward the future of agriculture.**We’re excited you’re looking for a career with Illinois Farm Bureau as we advocate for farmers and agriculture. We’re a grassroots organization made up of people who support farms, food and families in Illinois.. Apply today to become a vital part of helping us advocate for Illinois agriculture and support Illinois farm families.# About the roleParticipates in a detailed training program that includes various training activities with the Illinois Farm Bureau (IFB) and on-the-job training at county Farm Bureaus (CFBs), with the end goal of becoming a County Farm Bureau Manager. We are a membership organization. Our County Manager Associates learn how to successfully run a County Farm Bureau office, conduct programs and events for members, and focuses on recruiting and engaging members at the county level.# How does this role make an impact?• Develops a basic understanding of IFB and CFB history and structure.• Develops the ability to successfully motivate, lead and supervise CFB staff and organize and motivate members.• Develops an understanding of the financial management aspects of a CFB.• Becomes familiar with the duties associated with physical plant maintenance, lease agreements/negotiations, property/casualty coverage, liability insurance, and other related responsibilities.• Gains a perspective of the legislative and regulatory process at the local, state and national level.• Completes reviews and understands various agreements in place with affiliated companies, County Farm Bureaus and Illinois Farm Bureau.• Becomes familiar with the practices necessary to support a successful CFB publication.• Understands major revenue streams such as dues, compensation, royalty and grants.• Works various projects as assigned by IFB and CFBs.• Learns how to effectively deal with media, specifically regarding phone calls, other contacts and interview procedures.• Develops an understanding of the technology options that exist for facilitating member involvement.• Develops an understanding of websites and social media options, including how to create or improve sites.• Develops skills to conduct the business writing requirements of a county Farm Bureau manager.• Learns about and assists IFB staff with various events, activities and conferences.# # Do you have what we're looking for?Preferred qualifications:Excellent communication skillsSelf-starterOrganizedAbility to work on multiple projects at once# **Why work with us?**Illinois Farm Bureau planted roots in 1916 and is one of the largest Farm Bureau organizations in the United States. Illinois Farm Bureau is a voice for Illinois farmers, farm families, and anyone involved in food and agriculture. That covers a lot of ground. Illinois Farm Bureau represents members in Springfield, IL and Washington D.C. When you become a part of Illinois Farm Bureau, you become part of something that touches the lives of people every day. You truly make a difference.You’ll be able to take advantage of our benefits package, which includes insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability, and life), 401(k) with company match, parental leave, paid time off, paid company holidays and time off to volunteer. Please click here to learn more about Illinois Farm Bureau and the many benefits we offer our employees.Illinois Farm Bureau is committed to providing equal opportunity in all areas of employment, and in providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.Come join our team at Illinois Farm Bureau today!***Illinois Farm Bureau does not generally sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.***