Entity: Kentucky Farm Bureau Federation

Reports to: Director, Field Services and Director, Young Farmer Program

Compensation: A stipend of $5,000, to be paid at a rate of $500 per week for a total of 10 weeks

Location: On-site at KFB State Office in Louisville, KY

Term: May 2027 to July 2027

Application Deadline: December 11, 2026

Field Staff Responsibilities:

• Attend county board meetings to learn about county Farm Bureau functions.
• Assist in creating resources to support county Farm Bureaus.
• Collaborate with Area Program Directors to support county Farm Bureaus.

Young Farmer Responsibilities:

• Participate in the planning and execution of the Murray State University and the University of Kentucky Institute for Future Agricultural Leaders (IFAL) Conferences.
• Create and present a leadership development workshop for a youth audience.
• Assist with preparations and attend the 2027 Young Farmer Summer Outing.
• Create resources for Young Farmer programming may include Collegiate Farm Bureau, Harvest for All, County Young Farmer Committees, etc.

Internal Relationships:

• Reports to the Director, Field Services Division, and Director, Young Farmer Program

External Relationships:

• Has contact with various Kentucky Farm Bureau staff and affiliate company personnel.
• Develops and maintains contacts with Kentucky Farm Bureau volunteer leaders.

• Junior, Senior or Graduate School.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Strong work ethic.
• Strong writing and verbal skills.

Time Requirements:

• Available May – July 2027.
• Approximately 20-30 hours per week.
• Evening, weekend and in-state travel required.