Washington Leadership Conference Facilitator

National FFA Organization; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The National FFA Organization is seeking a Washington Leadership Conference Facilitator to conduct leadership seminars and workshops for high school conferences. You will teach conference curriculum, counsel participants, motivate students, and serve as a tour leader during the Washington Leadership Conference in Washington, D.C.

This role requires two weeks of planning and training prior to the first conference and First Aid/CPR certification upon hire.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform the mental and physical demands of the position.
• Must pass a background check and drug screening upon hiring.
• Must have dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Must be a team player with the ability to work independently in a frequently changing environment.
• Must have good interpersonal, listening, written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to interact and work with a diverse group of internal/external people.
• Must be able to provide excellent customer service to internal and/or external customers.
• Must be able to effectively prioritize, organize, use time-management skills and be adept at multi-tasking.
• Must be accurate, detailed-oriented, and able to problem solve/analyze.
• Must be computer literate and be able to make and receive phone calls.
• Must be confident in speaking in front of small and large groups.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate all selected pre-developed content during each conference.
• Work with Corporate Partners, as assigned, to coordinate an in-person or virtual visit during conferences.
• Complete administrative duties such as completing expense reports, scheduling travel, etc.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with National FFA Staff on items relating to conference changes and updates.

Job description

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Washington Leadership Conference Facilitator
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Description

The WLC Facilitator is responsible for conducting leadership seminars and workshops for high school student conferences during National FFA's Washington Leadership Conference. Core responsibilities include teaching conference curriculum, providing counsel to participants, motivating students, serving as a tour leader, and addressing disciplinary issues when necessary. Facilitators also manage administrative tasks, including the timely completion of expense vouchers, scheduling conference travel, and corresponding with local, state, and National FFA staff.

This role requires participation in two weeks of planning and training prior to the first conference and certification in First Aid/CPR upon hire. All responsibilities may be adjusted, changed, or removed at any time by the Program Specialist or Program Manager.

Mandatory Training Dates

• March 14-20, 2027 (Indianapolis, Indiana)
• May 28-June 6, 2027 (Washington, D.C.)

Conference Dates

• June 7-July 20, 2027 (Washington, D.C.)
  • Staff will be hired with the potential to facilitate up to five weeks.

Conference Location

Washington, D.C.

Compensation

• Conference Weeks: $1,029 per week
• Cleanup: $243

Requirements

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Must be able to perform the mental and physical demands of the position.
• Must pass a background check and drug screening upon hiring.
• Must have dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Must be a team player with the ability to work independently in a frequently changing environment.
• Must have good interpersonal, listening, written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to interact and work with a diverse group of internal/external people.
• Must be able to provide excellent customer service to internal and/or external customers.
• Must be able to effectively prioritize, organize, use time-management skills and be adept at multi-tasking.
• Must be accurate, detailed-oriented, and able to problem solve/analyze.
• Must be computer literate and be able to make and receive phone calls.
• Must be confident in speaking in front of small and large groups.
• Must be able to interact and work with a diverse group of internal and/or external members, teachers, state staff and National staff.
• Must be able to provide and receive feedback with a growth mindset and collaborative demeanor.
• Must have personal access to, and be able to use, a computer or laptop.
• Other duties as assigned.

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facilitate all selected pre-developed content during each conference.
• Work with Corporate Partners, as assigned, to coordinate an in-person or virtual visit during conferences.
• Complete administrative duties such as completing expense reports, scheduling travel, etc.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with National FFA Staff on items relating to conference changes and updates. This includes receiving and implementing feedback throughout the conference season.