Manager Programs - FFA

Position Title:

Manager Programs - FFA

Job Group:

Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, education, and/or events management. 
Experience with FFA or other youth leadership organization. 
Experience working in a non-profit environment. 
Evidence of building and maintaining teams in collaborative work and learning environments. 
Proficiency in computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite & Google Suite. 
Experience with web design and/or database programs. 

Job Description:

The Department of Agricultural Education and Studies at Iowa State University located in Ames, Iowa in collaboration with the Iowa FFA Association, seeks an Executive Director of the Iowa FFA Association. This person is responsible for the day-to-day management and operation of state-level FFA operations, programs, and events.  This position is critical to the overall success of the Association and must strive to demonstrate and instill the Team Ag Ed Collective commitments as part of all personal and professional interactions.   The Team Ag Ed Collective Commitments are: Engage in the delivery of the Three Component Model; Create an inviting environment where all can flourish Work collaboratively; ethically and professionally Take action, follow through, and deliver results 

Responsibilities include:  

• Plan, organize, and direct of the organization’s operations, programs and events. 

• Provide leadership of site staff and volunteers to ensure organizational goals are met in accordance with Team Ag Ed Collective Commitments. 

• Act as a mentor to members of the Youth Board .

• Develop and implement consistent operational procedures and performance metrics. 

• Oversee the preparation of timely and accurate financial reports, and provide regular distribution or presentation to the Iowa FFA Association Board of Directors.

• Coordinate and lead annual budget preparation and presentation to the Board, present quarterly financial reports, periodic budget variance reviews, and other reports and information, as needed. 

• Develop and execute communication strategies for stakeholders to ensure ongoing participation and growth of Statewide FFA Programs .

• Collaborate with members of Team Ag Ed, and other colleagues to fulfill the Collective Commitments. 

• Supervise the work of FFA Program Coordinator and any student interns.

• Other duties as assigned.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship. 

Level Guidelines
• Aware of key annual objectives of department or work unit
• Understands linkage between daily activities and achievement of annual objectives of department/work unit and explains to direct reports
• Focus on ISU’s mission and meeting department or work unit goals
• Supervises a small department or work team
• Often is a working supervisor with direct, previous experience performing work of those supervised
• Has full management responsibility for direct reports, specifically the authority to hire, fire, and counsel; may share part of responsibility with higher level management
• Requests approval for financial actions beyond a limited scope per policy

Appointment Type:

Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

PS809

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485. Why Choose ISU? Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as: • Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans • Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans • Onsite