Our Farm Management team is seeking a Farm Manager in York, NE , who will be responsible for farm or ranch management services for absentee, non-operating landowners through lease review, operator management, planning, budgeting and continuous communications regarding the goals set forth for the property.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Build strong relationships with current and potential clients, influencers and operators to articulate company services and maintain a presence in professional or community service organizationsConduct and review property inventory evaluation and how FNC services intersects with the client's goals; Discuss lease options available and asses the value obtainable through each lease optionDevelop an annual farm plan and budget to control expenses; Determine improvements or projects to maximize profit, enjoyment and conservation of the landProcessing incoming farm expenses and income; Understand farm account identification and corresponding accounting codes; Review monthly client statements to help with questions in accordance with the approved operating budgetPerform soil analysis; purchase seed and fertilizer; conduct harvest estimates and inspections; complete market analysis by gathering comparable sale or leasing dataCollaborate with administrative personnel on management agreements, lease agreements and professional level reporting to the non-operating land ownerCollaborate with accounting personnel to process payment of farm expenses and incoming farm income; execute payment to owner requests and discuss client statement inquiriesPerforms additional duties as assigned and required by management
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position has no supervisory responsibilities
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Business, or related field preferred; Associate's Degree and 4+ years work experience in lieu of Bachelor's DegreeHigh School Diploma, GED, or equivalent certificate of competency and 8+ years work experience in lieu of Bachelor's DegreeValid driver's license and insurance approved driving record2+ years of professional agricultural experienceLicensed Real Estate Associate or ability to obtain within the first year of employment
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Continually required to sit, talk/hear and utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read a computer monitor and use a keyboardOccasionally required to lift/push/carry items less than 40 pounds Frequent (40%) travel within specified region on prospective client visits and to attend company/industry functions as required
COMPETENCIES :
Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.Communication - Speaks and writes clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs.Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.PI51e340c0ee8b-4970