The North Dakota Corn Growers Association is hiring a communications & grower services specialist to serve corn growers across the state. Responsibilities are varied with main emphasis being communications, social media, layout and design of publications, correspondence with grower members, special events, membership, and financials.

Position Purpose: Manage and grow membership for the Association with help of the Executive Director. Secure corporate sponsorships for newsletter, Northern Corn & Soy Expo trade show and golf tournament. Coordinate and lead in editing and layout of Association magazine. Plan major events including but not limited to Northern Corn & Soy Expo and Annual golf tournaments, sporting clays shoot BBQ. Attend trade shows on behalf of the Association. Assist in preparation of Board meeting materials, minutes and logistics. Maintain website and social media content. Lead in processing finances
and maintaining financial records. The financial requirements can be learned on the job.

Preferred background and experience: Bachelor’s degree in ag communications, communications or an agriculture-related field, at least one year of professional career work experience is preferred, especially in a member association or in the agriculture industry. Required experience in writing, design and layout of graphic and promotional materials, and business correspondence.

Knowledge of InDesign helpful. Preferred experience working with boards and the public. Effective communicator and presenter in both written and oral form; ability to plan, direct and coordinate events; work with producers, vendors, commodity groups and other organizations as necessary. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
required. Ability to think creatively and develop innovative ideas and approaches. Effective time management skills, including balancing a variety of daily and longer-term projects and demands. Ability to occasionally travel in-state and domestically to attend conferences, training, and other events as required to acquire and maintain proficiency in fulfilling the responsibilities of the position.

Please submit resume, cover letter, three references, and three samples of graphic design/layout work to NDCGA, 4852 Rocking Horse Circle S., Fargo, ND 58104, Attention: Screening Committee or email Brenda@ndcorn.org.

Applications accepted until position is filled. Screening will begin September 1,
2022.