The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce ยท 1 month ago
Program Director, Agriculture
Springfield, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$70K/yr - $94K/yrThe Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce is seeking a visionary Program Director of Agriculture Programming to lead the future of agriculture education. This role involves providing strategic leadership, ensuring program growth, and building strong partnerships with local schools and industries.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Coordinates day-to-day activities and long-term direction of the agriculture program, faculty, and staff, including oversight of faculty supplemental assignments and resource deployment
Lead strategic planning and enrollment growth efforts, including development and implementation of visibility and recruitment strategies
Oversee curriculum management, program operations, and instructional quality to ensure alignment with workforce needs and academic standards
Build and maintain relationships with K-12 schools, industry partners, and community organizations
Manage the Agriculture Access & Engagement Coordinator and provide direction for recruitment, retention, and engagement strategies
Manage Kreher Agriculture Center operations and ensure facilities are professional and well-maintained
Represent the program to advisory committees, employers, and external stakeholders
Support hiring, onboarding, and evaluation of adjunct and dual credit faculty
Perform other duties as assigned
Assist in the college planning and assessment program by developing annual work unit objectives that impact long-range priority goals
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in agriculture or a related field
Experience in program leadership, curriculum development, and working with agriculture or horticulture industries
Preferred
Master's degree in agriculture or a related field
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to manage budgets, operations, and instructional facilities
Experience with assessment and program review processes
Benefits
23 paid holidays a year, including 2 weeks at the end of the calendar year and one week in March for mid-semester break
12 Fridays off in the summer
2 personal days
15 sick days
20 vacation days per year
Tuition waiver on credited courses
Free access to our on-campus fitness center
Company
The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce
Our Chamber exists to serve four core functions for its members.
Founded in 1857
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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