Career Opportunities
Farm & Ranch teaching (and related) position listings for non-profit and public institutions are posted on this website free of charge.
North Central U.S.
Stanley, North Dakota
Title: Farm Business Management Instructor
Full-time, 11-month benefited position
Job Description: The instructor will work with enrollees on a one-to-one basis, no classroom instruction is required. The office location for this position is in Stanley, ND. Some travel is required for professional development, farm visits, and other training. Responsibilities of this position include assisting enrollees who are active in farming and/or ranching with the establishment and maintenance of detailed financial and production records, conducting business analyses, and generating cash flow projections. Additional responsibilities include recruiting participants, enrolling participants, coordinating with advisory committees, and one-on-one instruction of the following:
- Accounting Techniques
- Financial Management
- Business Analysis
- Business Planning
- Enterprise Evaluation
- Goal Setting
Qualifications Required
Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, agriculture education, business, finance, economics, accounting, or a related field. A bachelor’s degree with appropriate work experience may also be considered. Must be willing to be trained in using FINPACK software. Valid driver’s license is required.
Qualifications Preferred
Experience teaching farm management or agricultural education; Experience in agriculture finance; Three or more years of agriculture/agribusiness experience; Proficiency with FINPACK, Excel and one or more farm accounting software programs; Applicable master’s degree.
Additional Requirements
Successful applicant will be required to pass a criminal history background investigation prior to employment.
Salary
$54,000 - $58,000, based on degree and experience. Fully paid family health insurance, basic life insurance, retirement, employee tuition waiver, and more.
Date Available
Negotiable
Closing Date
June 13th, or until a qualified candidate is hired
Application Procedures
Submit DCB employment application, a resume/vitae, transcripts, and the names and telephone numbers of three professional references within the online portal.
View Additional Information
Sandy Hageness DCB FME Instructor Search Email: dcbhuman.resources@dakotacollege.edu
Date Posted : 5/19/2025
South Central U.S.
Hutchinson, Kansas
Title: Extension Agricultural Economist, Kansas Farm Management Association, South Central
This is a joint appointment between KFMA SC and K-State Research and Extension
Location: Hutchinson, Kansas
Responsibilities: The foundation of the KFMA program is providing education and consultation to member farms in the area of farm business management. KFMA Economists strive to provide cooperating farms with resources to make informed financial, production, and tax management decisions. In order to achieve this goal, an Extension Agricultural Economist is expected to:
- Develop and maintain a relationship with membership of approximately 80 cooperating commercial farms
- Provide KFMA members with:
- Assistance with recordkeeping in order to develop a complete and accurate accounting of the farm, which is the foundation of all services provided
- Regular, scheduled on-farm visits each year
- An annual accrual whole-farm business analysis utilizing KFMA software to collect and process information
- An annual economic analysis of farm enterprises
- Benchmarks of farm performance in comparison to similar farms and/or industry standards
- Guidance based on interpretation of whole-farm, enterprise, and benchmark analysis
- Year-end tax planning and management
- Tax preparation through South Central Kansas Agricultural Tax Service (leave days are taken from Extension position to complete this activity)
- Guidance and recommendations in estate planning, farm succession planning, and business entity structure
- Collect, process, and verify financial and production information from cooperating farms to be utilized by K-State Research and Extension for research, teaching, and other Extension programs
- Market and promote KFMA by supporting county, area, and state Extension personnel with technical expertise in the area of farm business and farm income tax management
- Participate in continuing education to expand farm income tax and farm management technical skills
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness, Agricultural Education, Accounting, Finance or related field and at least three years of acceptable performance in a position in one of the following areas: agricultural economics, agricultural finance, agribusiness, accounting or closely related field OR Master’s degree in Agricultural Economics, Accounting or related field
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) in all college coursework
- Minimum of 6 hours of coursework in accounting
- Ability to effectively communicate with individuals and groups
- Evidence of solid planning, prioritization and organizational skills
- Good understanding of production agriculture
- Ability to effectively utilize computer technology, software and applications
- Demonstrated expertise in understanding and communicating sound farm accounting principles and economic relationships in agriculture
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality
- Self-discipline to work independently, and flexibility to work as part of a team
- Ability to handle a workload that varies depending on the time of year (heavy workload required November-April)
Preferred:
- Tax-related accounting coursework
- Farm income-tax preparation experience
KFMA VISION: The Kansas Farm Management Association (KFMA), through its affiliation with K-State Research and Extension, will be the valued and trusted provider of integrated data management systems to apply critical thinking and strategic business planning for farm and ranch decision makers; and will be the premier source of farm-level economic data in the world.
KFMA MISSION AND PURPOSE:
- To work as an efficient team of economists, serving on the management team for KFMA member farms, as a farm business management resource
- To provide high quality and timely farm recordkeeping, financial analysis and tax management
- To achieve the goal of improved farm and family decision making, resulting in increased farm profitability and sustainability
ABOUT KFMA SC: KFMA SC provides a farm business analysis educational program to member farm families in a 11-county area. Principal crops are wheat, corn, soybeans, and grain sorghum. Livestock enterprises in SC Kansas are primarily focused on beef production. Average farm size is 1,850 crop acres.
APPLICATION DATE: Screening of applications will begin on February 13, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. The starting date for this position is negotiable with the KFMA, SC Board of Directors and KFMA Executive Director.
SALARY: Commensurate with training and experience as negotiated by the Department of Agricultural Economics, Kansas State University; the Board of Directors of Kansas Farm Management Association, South Central; and the applicant
BENEFITS: This is an unclassified position in the Department of Agricultural Economics, Kansas State University. The K-State benefit package includes a retirement plan, group health and life insurance, worker’s compensation, vacation, sick leave and other benefits. For additional information on benefits, see http://www.k-state.edu/hr/benefits/overview/.
Travel, which will be required for this position, is primarily within the KFMA SC association area but may occasionally involve overnight travel to other areas of Kansas. Reimbursement is provided for travel and subsistence related to program activities. The use of an association vehicle or mileage reimbursement will be provided.
HOW TO APPLY:
Qualified persons are invited to apply at:
https://careers.k-state.edu/jobs/extension-ag-economist-kfma-sc-hutchinson-other-kansas-united-states by completing the following:
If selected for the position, the applicant will grant permission to Kansas State University’s Human Resources to conduct a background check. Employment will be contingent upon the results of those findings.
For more information, contact: Kellen L. Liebsch, Associate Director, Kansas Farm Management Association Program. Office: (785) 539-0373; E-mail: kellen@ksu.edu The KFMA program website is www.AgManager.info/KFMA
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Kansas State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. Kansas State University encourages diversity among its employees. KSRE EEO Coordinator: Jennifer Wilson, 121 Umberger Hall, Manhattan, KS 66506. KSRE EEO Counselor: Gregg Hadley, 123 Umberger Hall, Manhattan, KS 66506.
Date Post Updated: 5/01/2025