County Farm Bureau Manager Trainee- May

Company: COUNTRY Financial
Location: Bloomington
Posted on: January 14, 2020

Job Description:

Illinois Farm Bureau (IFB) is seeking County Manager Trainees to join the Member Services Public Relations division. County Manager Trainees participate in a detailed training program in which they will go through various training activities at Illinois Farm Bureau and on-the-job training at County Farm Bureaus, with the end goal of becoming a County Manager.

Responsibilities:

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  Assists a county Farm Bureau with work activities under supervision of the Field Operations Manager and the Regional Manager. Within approval of those supervisors, assists county Farm Bureau manager in an "on-the-job training" format.
  
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  Develops skills and practices to organize and motivate county Farm Bureau member involvement structures.
  
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  Develops the ability to successfully motivate, lead and supervise county Farm Bureau staff.
  
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  Develops an understanding of the financial management aspects of a county Farm Bureau, including PeachTree accounting, budgeting process and financial statement reporting to county Farm Bureau board at regular monthly board meetings.
  
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  Becomes familiar with the duties associated with physical plant maintenance, lease agreements/negotiations, property/casualty coverage, liability insurance, etc.
  
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  Gains a perspective of the legislative and regulatory process at the local, state and national level.
  
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  Completes reviews and understands various agreements in place with affiliated companies, County Farm Bureaus and Illinois Farm Bureau i.e. county service agreements, uniform cooperative agreement, etc.
  
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  Becomes familiar with the practices necessary to support a successful County Farm Bureau publication.
  
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  Understands major revenue streams such as dues, compensation, royalty and grants.
  
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  Learns how to effectively deal with media, specifically regarding phone calls, other contacts and interview procedures.
  
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  Develops an understanding of the technology options that exist for facilitating member involvement, such as WebEx, videoconferencing, conference calling, etc.
  
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  Develops a basic understanding of Farm Bureau-- history and structure.
  
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  Develops an in-depth understanding of the purpose/structure of the Member Services and Public Relations Division.
  
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  Develops a general understanding of purpose/structure of the Finance, Legal, Governmental Affairs & Commodities and Public Relations Divisions.
  
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  Understands what needs to be done for a County Farm Bureau to participate in the Illinois Agricultural Association Annual Meeting and the American Farm Bureau Federation Annual Meeting.
  
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  Develops an understanding of websites and social media options, including how to start up or improve existing sites.
  
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  Completes a mock interview with Regional Managers and other staff.
  
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  Develops skills to conduct the business writing requirements of a county Farm Bureau manager, including practical application and completion of assignments designed to enhance those skills.
  
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  Becomes familiar with IFB training opportunities/conferences available to members and staff.
  
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  Assists Illinois Farm Bureau staff with various work activities such as PEARS reports, Youth Conference, Young Leaders Conference, Ag Quiz Bowl, Ag in the Classroom activities, IAA Foundation activities, etc.
  
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  Performs other related work as required or requested.
  
  Preferred Qualifications:
  
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  • Understands the tenets of membership processing, maintenance, and recruitment.
  • Ability to organize work and set daily priorities.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Effective collaboration skills with volunteers, staff and affiliated companies.
  • Ability to learn human resource skills to become a successful supervisor, including performance review practices, counseling techniques and interpersonal professional skills.
  • Ability to learn the fiduciary responsibilities associated with being a County Farm Bureau Manager.
    
    Required Qualifications:
    
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    • Bachelor's degree or equivalent in related work experience.
    • Experience with volunteer organization; planning, coordination and leading meetings; developing and working with budgets.
    • Background/experience in agriculture and understanding of agricultural issues.
    • Strong computer skills and have an understanding of technology; solid communication and organizational skills, including planning; leadership; and the ability to work effectively in a team setting.
      
      Physical Requirements:
      
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      • Ability and willingness to travel.
      • Ability and willing to relocate in any county within Illinois is required.
      • Possesses and maintains a valid driver's license with the ability to drive a car.
      • There are minimal physical requirements for all CFB Manager positions, including setting-up meeting rooms, moving and setting up AV equipment and light lifting.
        
        Illinois Farm Bureau does not generally sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.
        
        For more details about careers at Illinois Farm Bureau, please visit us online at www.ilfb.org/careers

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