What are the responsibilities and job description for the New Century Farmer Facilitator position at National FFA?
Job Summary
The New Century Farmer conference facilitator will be responsible for facilitating small and large group sessions as well as logistical planning for the conference. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, presenting the conference curriculum, leading a small group, providing counsel, and motivating participants. Staff members will also handle minor administrative tasks, which include but are not limited to the completion of expense reports, scheduled travel, and regular correspondence with staff. Staff members are required to participate in training prior to the start of the conference. Preference is given to those with New Century Farmer and/or National FFA facilitation experience.
Essential Functions
- Must be able to coach, guide, and motivate participants.
- Must be able to lead both large and small groups.
- Must be able to perform the physical and mental demands of the position.
- Must be able to work independently and in groups.
- Must have excellent interpersonal, listening, and verbal communication skills.
- Must be able to interact and work with a diverse group of internal and/or external customers.
- Must be able to analyze and solve problems.
- Must be computer literate and be able to make and receive phone calls.
- Must be willing to spend extra time planning for the conference.
2024 New Century Farmer Conference Details
Dates
July 18, 2024 Travel to Des Moines, Iowa
July 19, 2024 Facilitator Training Begins
July 21, 2024 Conference Begins
July 25, 2024 Conference Ends at 12:30 p.m.
July 25, 2024 Travel Home
Compensation
$1,000 conference honorarium
Lodging, transportation, and meal expenses will be covered
How to Apply
- Prepare the answers to the response questions below in a Word document with your name.
- Submit your application and resume http://www.ffa.org/careers-at-ffa.
- A select group of applicants will be chosen to complete an online interview and all applicants will be notified of their selection status by March 31, 2024.
**Please note: Selected facilitators are ineligible to run for National FFA Office**
Response Questions
- Have you attended New Century Farmer or served as a National FFA facilitator in the past?
- Why do you want to serve as a facilitator for New Century Farmer?
- Describe your current farming/ranching operation.
- Why are you passionate about a career in production agriculture?
- What skills and/or experience do you possess that make you the right fit for this position?
Facilitator Application Deadline
All materials must be received by Thursday, February 15th, 2024.