Technology Coordinator

National Association of State Departments of Agriculture; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401k match up to 4%

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Employer-paid health/dental/vision/lif

Job summary

The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) is seeking a new team member who is passionate about American agriculture to join its NASS cooperative agreement team. This role provides administrative support and project management coordination under the Associate Director, NASS Program.

The Coordinator will manage IT projects, track equipment, liaise with Trainers and vendors, and support data collection for the 2,000 enumerators across 49 states.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of relevant, full-time work experience.
• 3+ years of experience in technology project management including working with users in a remote environment.
• 3+ years managing operations or projects with demonstrated expertise in agriculture, data collection or related government programs.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and implements project communication plans, providing status updates.
• Maintains inventory of equipment, purchasing new equipment as needed
• Ships and receives equipment, as needed.
• Identifies, investigates, and resolves problems with Trainers related to computer software and hardware.
• Tracks and evaluates technology systems evaluating for increased efficiency and support of data collection efforts
• Works with technology vendors to ensure issues are resolved efficiently
• Collaborates with the NASDA communications team to complete timely and accurate updates to NASDA's NASS webpages.
• Manages process for creating and archiving Microsoft licenses
• Assist in implementing and managing new cloud-based platforms for shipping and financial operations.
• Maintains knowledge of technology innovations and trends.
• Provide feedback to Associate Director for increased efficiency with systems used in the NASS program
• Perform other duties covered by NASDA-NASS Cooperative Agreement

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Collaboration across teams

Remote work tech proficiency

Fast-paced environment

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Jamf Pro

WordPress CMS

Microsoft Office

Zoom/Teams

Apple devices

Job description

The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) is seeking a new team member who is passionate about American agriculture to join its National Agriculture Statistics Survey (NASS) cooperative agreement team. This position will work closely with the Senior Director, NASS Program providing administrative support and project management coordination

NASDA employees earn a competitive salary and enjoy an excellent work culture at an organization with exceptional perks, including a flexible schedule and an incredible mission.

ABOUT NASDA

The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture is a nonpartisan, nonprofit association representing the elected and appointed commissioners, secretaries, and directors of the state departments of agriculture. NASDA enhances American food and agriculture communities through policy, partnerships, and public engagement.

We recognize that to achieve our goals, we need employees who are as passionate about agriculture as we are. We strive to create a positive work environment that our employees can be proud of and where they can build their careers.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The position reports to the Associate Director, Human Resources, NASS Program working with other NASDA team members in the NASS Program. This role will plan and manage information technology projects and will serve as a liaison on assigned projects with the NASS program team and vendors. The NASS program employs 2,000 enumerators in 49 states who use either iPads or MacBooks to collect data. While a local Trainer is the front line representative for most issues, this role will work to ensure that equipment and technology works well.

The essential functions of the position include but are not limited to:

• Establishes and implements project communication plans, providing status updates.
• Maintains inventory of equipment, purchasing new equipment as needed
• Ships and receives equipment, as needed.
• Identifies, investigates, and resolves problems with Trainers related to computer software and hardware. Updates related documentation for users.
• Tracks and evaluates technology systems evaluating for increased efficiency and support of data collection efforts
• Works with technology vendors to ensure issues are resolved efficiently
• Collaborates with the NASDA communications team to complete timely and accurate updates to NASDA's NASS webpages.
• Manages process for creating and archiving Microsoft licenses
• Assist in implementing and managing new cloud-based platforms for shipping and financial operations.
• Maintains knowledge of technology innovations and trends.
• Provide feedback to Associate Director for increased efficiency with systems used in the NASS program
• Perform other duties covered by NASDA-NASS Cooperative Agreement

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of relevant, full-time work experience
• 3+ years of experience in technology project management including working with users in a remote environment,
• 3+ years managing operations or projects with demonstrated expertise in agriculture, data collection or related government programs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or similar applications), Apple equipment and remote work technology (Zoom, Teams).
• Experience working with device management systems such as Jamf Pro
• Experience updating and maintaining websites using a content management system (CMS), such as WordPress or similar, is preferred. Ability to explain technical issues to technical and nontechnical users
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and levels.
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented work environment.
• Ability to travel nationally several times per year.
• Able to pass a federal background check.

Consideration will be given to candidates who explicitly address how their professional experience meets the above qualifications in their cover letter and resume. Applications without a cover letter and resume will not be considered.

INTERVIEW PROCESS

• Applications will be accepted until 10/11/26
• Anticipated start date 11/9/26

SALARY RANGE

Coordinator - $55,000 - $65,000

WORK SCHEDULE

This is a full-time (40 hrs/week), exempt position based in the Washington, DC metro area. This position will be remote 3 days per week and in office 2 days per week in our Ballston, VA office. Working hours are generally Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm.

BENEFITS

• PTO for vacation, sick leave, and volunteer hours
• 401k – 100% match up to 4%
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development
• Employer-paid: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

NASDA does not discriminate in employment practices or programs on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.

You will have to pass a background check