FARM BUSINESS COUNSELOR COORDINATOR

FARM BUSINESS COUNSELOR COORDINATOR

LOCATION: 112 W. 4th St., Appleton City, MO 64724

Join our Team. Be a strong contribution to the overall performance and success of the New Growth program!

APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE WEST CENTRAL’S APPLICATION TO BE FULLY CONSIDERED FOR EMPLOYMENT.

See INTERESTED CANDIDATES below.

Please include the position title and posting number (FBCC103025) on your application.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS: Employer-paid health insurance, 4-day work week, paid vacation, paid sick leave and holiday pay. We offer life, dental, and vision insurance; 403B Retirement Plan; Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Spending Account.

RESPONSIBILITIES: The Farm Business Counselor Coordinator (FBCC) will lead programmatic support for the Heartland Food Business Coalition in collaboration with the Women's Business Center staff. Actively engaging and recruiting clients interested in launching or expanding a small business. A key part of the role is providing one-on-one counseling to help clients secure the resources, information, and knowledge needed for business development. The FBCC will co-chair the Farm to Fork Summit organizing committee and participate in general Food Systems program work and visioning.

REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma. Experience in supporting farmers and knowledgeable of agricultural practices.

Expertise in food-related small business operations. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated experience in public speaking, audio-visual presentations, and social media management.

Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office and possess the ability to use a variety of software applications including unit specific software. Ability to use basic office equipment (i.e., phone systems, copying machines, scanner/printers, and computers).

Be a positive team player with excellent people skills. Have the ability to communicate and work professionally with all clients, co-workers, and the public with a positive attitude while motivating and inspiring others.

Ability to handle sensitive agency and participant information in a confidential manner.

This position requires maintaining a valid driver’s license and current auto liability insurance at all times.

DETAILS: Hourly wage: $22.40- $24.00. This is a full-time position working 36 hours per week.

Starting date: December 1, 2025. Application deadline: Open until position filled. Grade: 5.

West Central understands the challenges of work/life balance and has instituted a compressed work week to allow staff more time for family and commitments outside of the office.

Resumes are gladly accepted but a completed and signed application is required to apply for all job openings. To complete an online application go to www.wcmcaa.org. To request an application be mailed or emailed, KEJones@wcmcaa.org. Applications may be returned by mail to: West Central Mo. Community Action Agency, Attn: Human Resources, 112 W. 4th St, Appleton City, MO 64724, or by fax to: 660.476.9246.

This position reflects the mission, vision, and values of West Central Missouri Community Action Agency, adheres to the agency and Community Action Code of Ethics and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. West Central Missouri Community Action Agency shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, reprisal, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law in recruitment, selection, employment, placement, promotion, training, assignment, separation or any other personnel action. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/D/V/AA

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.40 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person