Iowa Renewable Fuel Infrastructure Program and Ag Market Reporting Planner

The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS) is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Ag Market Reporting and Renewable Fuel Infrastructure Program Planner (Program Planner 2) to manage vital programs that support renewable fuels, grain and livestock markets, and overall agricultural resilience. Join our Agriculture Diversification and Market Development Bureau to play a key role in advancing initiatives that directly benefit Iowa's communities and economy. As a leader in agricultural innovation, IDALS works to ensure the prosperity of Iowa's farmers, businesses, and environment. This is your opportunity to combine your expertise in program management, policy development, and market reporting to foster meaningful change across the state. Key Responsibilities: Renewable Fuel Infrastructure Program (RFIP) Manage program administrative tasks, including assisting retailers with any application and contract questions, process fuel retailer applications, execute the Department's contracts with awarded retailers; execute grant extensions as needed. Oversee program databases using Access and Excel; manage grant tracking and disbursement. Coordinate RFIP board meetings, record key decisions, and prepare essential reports. Provide policy guidance to stakeholders. Grain Market Reporting Program: Collect, analyze, and report daily cash grain prices to USDA; produce monthly and annual reports. Provide expert guidance on grain market data to stakeholders and respond to inquiries. Collaborate with USDA on software upgrades and system enhancements. Resolve technical problems that may arise; develop procedures to improve data collection and dissemination. Livestock Marketing Program: Manage schedules for field staff attending weekly livestock market sales. Ensure timely and accurate livestock data reporting and provide technical support to stakeholders. Resolve issues that may arise with dissemination of market reports and develop operations and procedures that improve data distribution; resolve field staff technical issues as they arise. Develop innovative procedures to enhance data collection and reporting efficiency. Prepare end-of-month and year-end reports on cash grain sales for Department webpages. Research additional livestock reporting venues for inclusion on USDA reports; work with USDA to incorporate additional reporting venues or to replace any outgoing venues. Additional Contributions: Research and recommend new livestock reporting venues for inclusion in USDA programs. Stay informed on federal and state agricultural regulations affecting marketing programs. Assist in developing and submitting required reports to USDA/AMS. Preferred Qualifications: We're looking for candidates who bring a combination of technical expertise and a passion for agriculture: Strong project management and organizational skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Experience in program administration fiscal management, and stakeholder collaboration. Knowledge of grain and livestock markets and relevant state/federal regulations. Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities. Benefits: When you join IDALS, you become part of a dedicated team committed to improving the quality of life for all Iowans. As a State of Iowa employee, you'll enjoy an exceptional benefits package, including: Paid Time Off: 9 holidays, sick leave, vacation, military leave, and jury duty leave. Medical Insurance: High-quality coverage with premiums as low as $205.00 per month for family coverage and $61.00 per month for single coverage. Dental Insurance: Free for single coverage and $46.00 per month for family coverage. Life Insurance: Basic $20,000 policy at no cost, with additional voluntary supplemental life available at a cost, and long-term disability insurance available at no additional cost. Exceptional Retirement: Includes IPERS (Iowa Public Employee Retirement System), a fixed income or defined benefit pension plan, and a deferred compensation plan (similar to a 401K) with a state match of up to $75.00 per month. To learn more about the benefits of working with the State of Iowa, visit our benefits webpage. Join us. Apply today. Join us in our mission to enhance Iowa's agricultural landscape and contribute to the well-being of our communities. If you are passionate about agriculture and have the skills to drive program success, we encourage you to apply. We also strongly encourage you to upload a cover letter and resume in the attachments section of your application. Apply now to make a meaningful impact in Iowa's agricultural future.Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification: 1) Six years of full-time work experience in the administration or operation/execution (i.e., providing consultation and/or technical assistance to stakeholders, research and analysis, or enforcement of program guidelines/policies/procedures) of a program (i.e., the provision of a service or an administrative oversight/enforcement responsibility). 2) All of the following (a and b): a. A total of four years of education and full-time experience (as described in number one), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in any field equals one year of full-time experience; and b. A total of two years of graduate-level education and full-time experience (as described in part a), where twenty-four semester hours of accredited graduate college or university course work in any field equals one year of full-time experience. 3) Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes eighteen months of full-time work as a Program Planner 1. For additional information, please click on this link to view the job description.