Youth & Collegiate Program Coordinator

Illinois Farm Bureau; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company holidays

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Illinois Farm Bureau is seeking a dedicated outreach professional to develop and implement programs that engage members and prospective members, while enhancing leadership skills in agriculture.

The role involves planning events, coordinating marketing and communications, and representing IFB publicly. Travel across Illinois is common, with base pay ranging from $62,000 to $85,250 plus incentive eligibility.

Qualifications

• Requires 4+ years of relevant experience or combination of related experience, education and training.
• Travel may be frequent within Illinois and out of state, with overnight obligations.
• Ability to lift 30-40 pounds to load, unload, and set up for events.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute meetings, events, conferences, and trips of various sizes, including agendas, marketing, sponsorships and volunteers.
• Develop and manage the direction of assigned programs and provide staff support.
• Recruit participants and volunteers, manage registrations and on-site logistics.
• Serve as an ambassador and spokesperson for IFB to promote programs and public image.
• Establish relationships with county Farm Bureaus and volunteer leadership; collaborate across teams.
• Administer social media platforms and support divisional activities and boards.

Skills

Program management

Event planning

Marketing and communication

Public speaking

Social media management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

4+ years of relevant experience or combination of related experience, education and training

Tools

Social media platforms

Job description

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.

About the role

Develops and implements outreach programs and events for Illinois Farm Bureau (IFB) that engage members and prospective members and provide them with opportunities and experiences to increase their exposure to and/or build their leadership skills within Farm Bureau and/or the agriculture field.

How does this role make an impact?

• Collaborates with colleagues on the development, direction and management of assigned programs. - Plans and executes meetings, events, conferences, and trips of various sizes, including building agendas, marketing and communication, securing sponsors, recruiting participants and volunteers, registration, detailed event logistics, and on-site facilitation. - Serves as an ambassador and spokesperson for IFB and assigned program(s) to promote a positive image within the industry and to the public, including presentations to audiences of all sizes. - Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with staff, county Farm Bureaus (CFBs) and volunteer leadership. Collaborates to promote various programs that engage prospective, new and existing members, including youth, collegiate and Young Leaders. - Administers social media platforms. - Provides staff assistance and support for division activities and/or represent IFB on various boards, committees and groups throughout the state, as assigned.

Do you have what we're looking for?

Typically requires 4+ years of relevant experience or a combination of related experience, education and training. - Work may extend beyond normal business hours as business needs dictate, including frequent long workdays. - Extensive travel throughout Illinois and out of state, with multiple overnight obligations each year. - Ability to lift 30-40 pounds to load, unload, and set up for special events. - Ability to participate in physical activities is desirable.

Base Pay Range:

$62,000-$85,250

The base pay range represents the typical range of potential salary offers for candidates hired. Factors used to determine your actual salary include your specific skills, qualifications and experience.

Incentive Pay:

In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for a Short-Term Incentive plan.

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.

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.

_ Illinois Farm Bureau does not generally sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position. _