Farm/Ranch Management Education Progam Director

Position Information

OVERVIEW: Bismarck State College is dedicated to student success. This on-campus position is student-centered to provide high-quality campus services and hands-on learning experiences.

MISSION: As North Dakota’s Polytechnic Institution, Bismarck State College focuses on student success through the delivery of affordable, flexible, high-quality, experiential learning enhanced by public-private partnerships. 

VISION: Bismarck State College will be a leader in polytechnic education improving lives and building sustainable communities.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Is directly accountable and responsible to the appropriate Assistant Dean of Current and Emerging Technologies. 

Benefits

COMPENSATION: $62,480-$78,105 based on directly related experience. 

Paid health insurance, life insurance, retirement, employee tuition waiver, spouse/dependent tuition discount. 

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Position Description & Details

Bismarck State College is seeking a highly motivated and knowledgeable Farm/Ranch Management Education Program Director to lead and deliver our educational program aimed at assisting farmers and ranchers in managing and improving their agricultural enterprises. The successful candidate will have a strong background in agricultural management, financial analysis, and business planning, with a passion for empowering enrollees to achieve their business goals. The preferred office location for this position is in Bismarck, ND, but enrollees may be in central and western North Dakota. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Participant Support: Assist farmers and ranchers in establishing and maintaining detailed financial and production records, conducting thorough business analyses, and generating accurate cash flow projections.
• Instruction & Training: Provide one-on-one instruction in areas such as accounting techniques, financial management, business analysis, business planning, enterprise evaluation, and goal setting.
• Recruitment & Enrollment: Actively recruit participants, enroll them in the program, and provide ongoing support throughout their involvement.
• Program Development: Continuously refine and adapt the program content to meet the evolving needs of participants and the agricultural industry.

Duties:

• Conduct regular one-on-one sessions with enrollees to ensure they are effectively applying accounting and financial management techniques.
• Guide participants through comprehensive business analysis and planning processes to improve their agricultural operations.
• Assist enrollees in evaluating their business enterprises and setting realistic, achievable goals.
• Travel within central and western North Dakota to meet with participants and provide on-site instruction and support.
• Maintain detailed records of enrollee progress and provide regular reports on program outcomes and success metrics.
• Collaborate with other agricultural educators and professionals to enhance program offerings and ensure alignment with industry standards.
• Participate in community outreach and engagement activities to promote the program and recruit new participants.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

• Continuously – 66-100% – Use hands dexterously, talk or hear.
• Frequently – 34-65% – Stand, walk, or sit.
• Occasionally – 1-33% – Reach with hands and arms, stoop/kneel/crouch, crawl, climb or balance, or lift to 25 pounds.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, agriculture education, business, finance, economics, accounting, or a related field. An associate’s degree with appropriate work experience may also be considered. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be willing to be trained in using FINPACK software.
• Good working knowledge of computer software programs (i.e., Microsoft Office, email & electronic calendar – Outlook).
• Ability to work cooperatively with diverse groups.
• Will be required to obtain North Dakota State Board for Career and Technical Education certification (up to six years to obtain and tuition assistance is available).
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching farm management.
• Experience in agriculture finance such as agricultural loan officer.
• Three or more years of agriculture/agribusiness experience.
• Proficiency with FINPACK, Excel and one or more farm accounting software programs.
• Applicable master’s degree.
• Documented successful teaching experience.

Applicant Materials Required

To be considered by the search committee thoroughly complete the application and upload the following:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Copies of transcripts (undergraduate and graduate).
• References

STARTING DATE: TBD

Additional Information

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Bismarck State College does not provide sponsorships. BSC is an E-Verify Employer.

For more information or assistance contact: Human Resources (701) 224-5531. This position requires a criminal history record check.

Equal Opportunity Employer

http://bismarckstate.edu/employment/

Human Resources*Meadowlark Building*PO Box 5587*1700 Schafer St.*Bismarck, ND 58506-5587

701-224-5531*800-366-6888 (TTY Relay ND)

Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility including a copy of NGB 22 from the National Guard or Reserve (with a unit located in ND) or certification from the applicant’s unit command that the individual is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the uniformed services under other than dishonorable conditions not later than one hundred twenty days after the date of the submission of the certification. If claiming disabled status, proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and a current letter of disability.

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