OBJECTIVE: The Producer Services Coordinator (Western) connects soybean farmers to the Iowa Soybean Association’s (ISA) programs, services and leadership opportunities. This role serves as a trusted liaison between farmers and ISA, with a priority on growing ISA farmer membership and Advocate (non-checkoff) membership and deepening farmer engagement.

LOCATION: This position serves USDA Crop Districts 1, 4 and 7, with residency strongly recommended within one of these districts.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Build and strengthen relationships with soybean farmers through proactive outreach that supports ISA’s membership and engagement goals.
• Increase ISA’s farmer membership and Advocate membership by connecting farmers to resources, programs, and leadership opportunities.
• Identify and recruit farmer leaders for ISA’s board, committees, and leadership development programs.
• Track member engagement activity and support organizational reporting using HubSpot.
• Plan, promote, and support farmer-focused events and grassroots meetings.
• Partner with ISA departments to successfully deliver projects and initiatives benefiting soybean farmers.
• Represent ISA at meetings, field days, trade shows, and community events.

COMPETENCIES

• Strong relationship building and communication skills; comfortable on the farm or in group settings.
• Organized and dependable, with proven skills in event coordination and project management.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to partner effectively across departments.
• Highly motivated self-starter who thrives in a remote, independent work environment while communicating effectively and collaborating as a strong team player.
• Adaptable to changing needs, with a customer service approach that prioritizes farmer success.
• Tenacious and resilient in outreach efforts, with a passion for connecting people to opportunities.
• Enthusiasm for agriculture and a commitment to championing Iowa’s soybean farmers.

TRAVEL & EXCPECTATIONS

• Flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends
• Frequent in-state travel; regular visits to ISA headquarters in Ankeny required. An ISA vehicle is provided.
• Remote work environment requiring consistent communication and collaboration with colleagues

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position has no supervisory responsibility

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or related field
• 2 to 4 years of relevant experience in agriculture, farmer relations, membership engagement or event coordination
• Demonstrated organization, time management and project coordination skills
• Strong communications skills, both written and verbal
• Proven ability to work independently, take initiative and collaborate effectively in a team environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must be able lift and/or move up to 25-50 pounds, as needed.

BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account available
• Cellphone and Wellness reimbursement
• Fitness center and Golf simulator
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Dress for your Day Dress Code