Grower-Centric Sustainability Specialist

Innovative Ag Services, Co.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Innovative Ag Services seeks a Sustainability Program Specialist to support administration, data management, and growth of sustainability initiatives. The role collaborates with growers, Agronomy Sales Advisors, grain personnel, and partners to create value through carbon intensity and nutrient stewardship efforts.

The ideal candidate will handle program enrollment, data processing, and delivery of grower communications, while aligning with evolving sustainability policies and market

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent in relevant field.
• 3+ years of experience in agriculture, agronomy, sustainability, or project management.
• Strong communication, organization, and data handling skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for growers in IAS sustainability programs.
• Support enrollment and onboarding into sustainability programs.
• Manage program records and grower documentation.
• Coordinate grower communications regarding requirements, deadlines, and reporting.
• Track participation metrics and support program improvements.
• Collaborate with leadership to expand enrollment and engagement.
• Assist with collection, validation, and management of farm data for carbon intensity calculations.
• Prepare grower-facing sustainability reports.

Skills

Project management

Data analysis

Communication

Data management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Soil Science, Environmental Science, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Agronomy data systems

Job description

Innovative Ag Services seeks a Sustainability Program Specialist to support administration, data management, and growth of sustainability initiatives. The role collaborates with growers, Agronomy Sales Advisors, grain personnel, and partners to create value through carbon intensity and nutrient stewardship efforts.

The ideal candidate will handle program enrollment, data processing, and delivery of grower communications, while aligning with evolving sustainability policies and market