Grower-Focused Sustainability Programs Specialist

Innovative Ag Services, Co.; Monticello (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Innovative Ag Services in East Central Iowa seeks a Sustainability Program Specialist to support administration and growth of its sustainability initiatives. You will coordinate enrollment, manage data, and assist with carbon intensity and nutrient stewardship programs for growers.

The role combines agronomy, project management, sustainability, data analysis, and customer service to maximize value for farmers while aligning with market opportunities and evolving regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• Minimum of three years of experience in agriculture, agronomy, conservation, sustainability, or project management.
• Understanding of Midwestern crop production systems and farm management practices.
• Experience working directly with growers and agricultural stakeholders.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and data management systems.
• Excellent communication, organization, and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary contact for growers participating in IAS sustainability programs and initiatives.
• Support grower enrollment and onboarding into sustainability programs.
• Manage program records and maintain accurate grower documentation.
• Coordinate grower communications regarding program requirements, opportunities, deadlines, and reporting.
• Track participation metrics and support continuous improvement of IAS sustainability program offerings.
• Work closely with sustainability leadership to expand program enrollment and grower engagement.
• Assist with collection and management of farm data used in carbon intensity calculations.
• Help develop grower sustainability and carbon intensity reports.
• Support documentation for low-carbon grain, biofuel, and sustainability programs.

Skills

Project management

Data management

Communication

Relationship-building

Analytical abilities

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Soil Science, Agricultural Business, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Innovative Ag Services in East Central Iowa seeks a Sustainability Program Specialist to support administration and growth of its sustainability initiatives. You will coordinate enrollment, manage data, and assist with carbon intensity and nutrient stewardship programs for growers.

The role combines agronomy, project management, sustainability, data analysis, and customer service to maximize value for farmers while aligning with market opportunities and evolving regulations.