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We offer a wide range of benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401k match and much more! Our Farm Management team is seeking a Farm Manager in Peoria, IL , 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 organizations * Conduct 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 option * Develop an annual farm plan and budget to control expenses; Determine improvements or projects to maximize profit, enjoyment and conservation of the land * Processing 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 budget * Perform soil analysis; purchase seed and fertilizer; conduct harvest estimates and inspections; complete market analysis by gathering comparable sale or leasing data * Collaborate with administrative personnel on management agreements, lease agreements and professional level reporting to the non-operating land owner * Collaborate with accounting personnel to process payment of farm expenses and incoming farm income; execute payment to owner requests and discuss client statement inquiries * Performs 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 Degree * High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent certificate of competency and 8+ years work experience in lieu of Bachelor's Degree * Valid driver's license and insurance approved driving record * 2+ years of professional agricultural experience * Licensed 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 keyboard * Occasionally 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. PId6ba70fdacfb-29400-39440980