The Agronomic Services Coordinator will work on behalf of Illinois soybean farmers to develop and implement agricultural research and outreach programs and coordinate farmer participation and partnership agreements. They will support field efforts, including data collection, organization, and farmer participation, within the scope of the Agronomy Team’s goals, while also implementing mission-driven objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with Soybean Production project management.
• Assist with Soybean Production Committee reporting.
• Assist with internal reporting deadlines for contractors.
• Assist with grant reporting needs and task coordination.
• Assist in outreach efforts of the team.
• Assist with in-field agronomics and farm operations data management, collection, and implementation.
• Assist with coordination of in-field activities with field staff.
• Assist with coordination and tracking of producer participation.
• Assist with agronomic events and field days.

Competencies

• Ability to work independently or cooperatively with others on a team.
• Ability to analyze problems, develop a path toward problem-solving, and manage the process to completion.
• Capacity to make decisions and communicate with tact and professionalism.
• Strong written and oral communications with internal and external audiences.
• Strong relationship-building skills and ability to thrive within a rapidly changing environment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with varying timelines and specific deliverables needed for each project.

 

Required Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree related to agricultural, production agriculture, agronomy, natural resources, environmental science, or ag economics is required.
• Strong interpersonal and teamworking skills.
• An appreciation for Illinois agriculture, the Illinois Soybean Association, and the 43,000 soybean farmers ISA represents.
• Ability to work independently  and as a team member or leader, using sound judgement, a willingness to take and follow directions, the ability to complete tasks, versatility, and the ability to manage multiple projects with both short- and long-term deadlines.

 

Physical Requirements

• Normal office working conditions.
• Remote work options will be considered for candidates in Illinois. Must be willing to travel to office and to other sites around the state as needed.
• Must be available to travel offsite for meetings and events when necessary.
• Must be available after hours and on weekends to troubleshoot problems that may arise.
• Some physical demands – may need to lift between 35-50 lbs.

Benefits

• Pay Range: $50,000-75,000
• Healthcare, Dental and Vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan options.
• Short Term Disability Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance and Life Insurance.
• Paid time off package.
• Employee Assistance Program

 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required of personnel so classified. Illinois Soybean Association reserves the right to amend the job description at any time.

This position will be a grant position, of which the agreement may be extended if funding is available. The current end date of this agreement is August 15, 2027.