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For more information or to apply, submit letter of application and resume to: hr@indianasoybean.com
Human Resources, Indiana Soybean Alliance, Inc.
8425 Keystone Crossing, Suite 200
Indianapolis, IN 46240
POSITION TITLE: Senior Director, Policy and Industry Affairs FLSA STATUS: Exempt
ABOUT OUR ORGANIZATIONS
ISA is an Indianapolis based forward-thinking organization that works to benefit Indiana farmers and stakeholders. Be a part of the team that works within the highest levels of agriculture. Interact with federal and state policy makers, national communication teams, state and national organizations, and global partners in making a difference in the future of the Indiana agriculture community.
COMPANY CULTURE
The shared values of ISA are important to who we are as an organization and as professionals. ISA offers the following:
- PTO (sick, vacation and holidays), flexible hours, generous benefits plan, parental leave and tuition reimbursement plan, 401k and match and hybrid remote and in office work schedule. Additional company paid time off between Christmas and New Year.
- Travel and paid professional development opportunities.
- Stocked fridge and pantry, community give-back programs, employee recognition and fun company-sponsored events.
POSITION PURPOSE
This position is responsible for assisting with the strategy and implementation of policy and public relations programs for the organizations with a focus on farmer-focused state policy initiatives and working with national organizations on federal policy. This includes implementation of objectives and tactics of the Indiana Soybean Alliance checkoff (ISA) and ISA membership and policy initiatives, the Indiana Corn Marketing Council (ICMC) and the Indiana Corn Growers Association (ICGA). ICMC and ICGA are managed under shared services agreements with ISA.
Focus areas of expertise include knowledge of corn, soybeans, livestock, and state and federal issues (checkoff and public policy).
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Cultivate and manage strategic, high-level relationships with government agencies, legislators, policy consultants, industry leaders, and key stakeholders to advance the organization's mission. Foster collaboration, accountability, and farmer-focused in all engagements.
- Lead the development and execution of strategic policy initiatives by monitoring legislative and regulatory trends. Translate insights into actionable strategies and serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and policy organizations.
- Represent the organization at state and national meetings and coalitions, ensuring that farmers’ voices are heard, respected, and reflected.
- Oversee the Industry Affairs team, providing strong leadership in team development, administrative operations, budget oversight, and organizational planning.
- Ensure operational excellence through effective administration of team performance, budget management, and program implementation.
- Drive membership growth and retention, achieving annual targets by strengthening farmer engagement.
- Lead the organization’s sponsorship and revenue strategies, identifying and securing financial partnerships and allied industry partner engagement.
- Collaborate across departments on integrated initiatives, aligning communications, and programming efforts to support strategic objectives.
- Serve as both a strategic leader and operational executor, combining long-term vision with disciplined implementation and stakeholder relationship management.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Directly supervises the Industry Affairs Project Manager and Industry Affairs Outreach Manager.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have an equivalent of the following education and/or experience.
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant discipline.
- Ten or more years of experience and working knowledge directly related to duties and responsibilities.
- Understanding of agricultural industry, issues, and leadership.
- Understanding of state and federal legislative rulemaking process.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with an ability to produce effective communications materials.
- Ability to converse with diverse audiences regarding organizational and industry issues.
- Proven ability at consensus building and trust/credibility maintenance.
- Strong analytical, interpretive, evaluative and constructive thinking skills.
- Strong project management skills and ability to effectively manage multiple projects, escalating priorities and deadlines.
- Professional demeanor and diplomacy in dealing with target audiences, farmers, and co-workers.
- Advanced computer skills (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel). Aptitude for learning new applications as needed.
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WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The environment and physical demands described here are representative of those an individual must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The company will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
- This position requires considerable concentration and creativity. It is subject to stress caused by changing environment, tight deadlines and workload.
- Exempt position with a minimum of 40 hours per week required.
- Overnight and out-of-state travel required, sometimes on short notice. International travel possible with advance notice.
- Travel and other work-related assignments may occasionally include evenings and weekends.
- Must be able to sit for long periods of time, stand, crouch, reach and move up and down stairs.
- Must be able to lift to 25 lbs.
This description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.
Salary offer will reflect the candidate's experience, skills, educational background, and fit for the role.
