About This Role:
TITLE: Extension Agricultural Economist, Kansas Farm Management Association, Northeast
The Kansas Farm Management Association (KFMA) Northeast is seeking applicants to fill the role of an Extension Agricultural Economist. The responsibilities of an Extension Agricultural Economist are varied but center around providing education and consultation to KFMA 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. KFMA NE works with farm families in a 16-county area. Principal crops are corn, soybeans, alfalfa hay, and other forages, with an average farm size of nearly 1,800 acres. Beef production is important in this area of Kansas.
LOCATION: Hiawatha, Kansas
KFMA Vision/Purpose:
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
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:
Worksite Options:
This position is required to be performed on-site. Work is performed on employer premises or designated assignment location.
What You’ll Need to Succeed:
Minimum Qualifications:
Or
And
Other Requirements:
How to Apply:
Application must upload a letter of application, resume including contact information for three professional references (Each reference will be asked to upload a letter of support for the applicant), and official transcripts of all college coursework. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.
Screening of Applications Begins:
Screening of applications will begin on May 10, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. The starting date is negotiable with the KFMA, NE Board of Directors and KFMA Executive Director.
Travel
Travel, which will be required for this position, is primarily be within the KFMA NE association area but may occasionally involve overnight travel to other areas of Kansas. Reimbursement for travel and subsistence related to achieving program objectives including either use of an association provided vehicle or mileage reimbursement will be provided.
Thank you
Add this job to your favorites or send it to yourself to apply later
We sent this job to you
Thanks for sharing this job!
Kansas State University offers a supportive and inclusive community, dedicated to your professional growth. While specific benefits may vary by position, many roles come with comprehensive packages that support your well-being and work-life balance, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. To learn more about benefits that are available for various positions, visit our benefits overview page.
Kansas State University embraces diversity and inclusion. The university actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the Principles of Community.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.
Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.
Sign up to receive additional information about careers at K-State and a list of our recently posted jobs.
Thank you
We use cookies.
Some are necessary to operate the website and its functions. Others help personalize, improve content and services to show you the most relevant job opportunities. With the decision "Accept essential only" we will respect your privacy and will not set cookies that aren't necessary for the operation of the site.