JOB SUMMARY:

The primary responsibility is to facilitate on-site and/or virtual learning experiences for state FFA officers in each of FFA’s 52 state associations, as assigned. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, facilitating conference curriculum, offering constructive feedback in a safe environment, and providing guidance to participants in areas such as positive influence, conversation skills, team development, public speaking, and workshop facilitation. The conference group size will vary depending on the needs of each state and facilitators should be prepared to meet expectations for all group sizes. Conferences with more than 20 participants may result in sending two facilitators.

Additionally, facilitators will work with state staff to develop conference schedules to meet the needs of the individual state. Conferences typically range from 2-5 days in length, not including travel time for in-person experiences. Many conferences fall during the work week. The conference season will begin on or after March 17, 2026, and is expected to run year-round through March 2027. Facilitators will be expected to maintain flexibility through the start of the conference season, at which point conferences will be assigned.

Conference facilitators will also handle administrative tasks which include, but are not limited to, timely completion of expense vouchers, arranging travel, and corresponding with state and national FFA staff. Facilitators are required to participate in the entire duration of a facilitator training held in Indianapolis, IN.

For the 2026-27 staff, any hired facilitators who have served in this role in the last 3 years will be required to arrive in Indianapolis by 7:00pm on March 13 and attend the training March 13-16, 2026. All other hired facilitators will be required to arrive in Indianapolis anytime on March 12 to attend the training on March 13-16, 2026. All facilitators will be able to travel home after 2:00pm on March 16. All facilitators are expected to prepare for training by completing a list of objectives in January, February, and March 2026. Facilitators will also be expected to participate in regular virtual coaching conversations throughout the season. 

Applicants selected for this position will be ineligible to run for National FFA Office or serve on the National FFA Officer Nominating Committee.

Compensation for this position is based on a set rate per focus area facilitated, which factors in curriculum hours facilitated, preparation time, and travel. Lodging, transportation, and meal expenses will be covered and/or reimbursed. Facilitators will be compensated for their participation in the March training and winter pre-training work. For more information and details, please consult the State Officer Programs Facilitator Frequently Asked Questions document. If you have further questions or concerns about the State Officer Programs Facilitator role or application process, please contact the State Officer Programs staff at stateofficers@ffa.org.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain it throughout the season.
• Must pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) screening upon hiring.
• Must pass a background check and drug screening upon hiring.
• Must be able to perform the physical and mental demands of the position.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Must have good interpersonal, listening, and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to effectively prioritize, organize and use time management skills.
• Must be able to solve problems and think critically.
• Must be computer literate and be able to make and receive phone calls and use   virtual meeting platforms.
• Must be confident facilitating student groups.
• Must be able to coach, evaluate, guide, and motivate students.
• Must be able to individually manage and organize planning pieces including, but   not limited to, booking flights, reserving rental cars, scheduling planning   calls with state staff, developing conference schedules, etc. 
• Must   have the ability to establish deliverables with state FFA officers and state staff.
• Must   be able to interact and work with a diverse group of internal and/or external   state FFA officers, state staff, and national staff.
• Must have the willingness to spend extra time planning for each conference.
• Must be able to commit a minimum of 12 days to facilitating content throughout the   year-long season (days are not consecutive and will vary based on facilitator   availability and state assignments.)

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facilitate all selected pre-developed   content during each conference.
• Work with state staff in   each assigned state to coordinate logistics and determine specific deliverables   for each conference. 
• Work with corporate partners,   as assigned, to coordinate an in-person or virtual visit during conferences. 
• Complete administrative   duties such as completing expense reports, scheduling travel, etc.
• Maintain clear and   consistent communication with national staff on items relating to conference   changes and updates. This includes receiving and implementing feedback   throughout the conference season.

EDUCATION:

High School Diploma earned.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Knowledge of local, state, and National FFA activities.
• Preference will be given to applicants with 2+ years planning and facilitating conferences and/or workshops, or equivalent teaching experience.
• Preference will be given to applicants who are a Past State FFA Officer and/or Past National FFA Facilitator (National Officer, WLC, Member Leadership Series, Convention Workshops, New Century Farmer, NextGen) though it is not a requirement for consideration.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

To apply for the 2026-2027 conference season, please follow the instructions below to complete the two application requirements: the online application and facilitation video.

1. APPLICATION: Complete the online application process. Please allow 30 minutes to fill out the personal information, answer the application questions, submit your video link if  applicable, and upload a current resume. (Note: Cover letters and      references are not required but will be accepted. If you wish to include additional documents, please upload them with your resume as a single pdf file.) 

Note: A completed application and resume are required for all applicants.

1. FACILITATION VIDEO: Film and submit a video using the outlined requirements. Once filmed, videos should be uploaded to YouTube. For more information and details, please consult the Facilitation      Video Frequently Asked Questions document.

Note: A facilitation video is NOT required for those, who in the last three years have served as National FFA Officers (2022-23, 2023-24, 2024-25 teams) or worked as a facilitator for Member Leadership Series (2023-24, 2024-25, 2025-26 staffs), State Officer Programs (2023-24, 2024-25, 2025-26 staffs), and Washington Leadership Conference (2023, 2024, 2025 staffs) and completed their term in good standing. A facilitation video is required for all other applicants.

a) Video Requirements:

· Videos should showcase at least two of the following facilitation components: setting context, giving directions, and/or processing learning.

· Videos should include a focus on demonstrating your ability to build rapport with an audience and showcase your personality.

· Videos should take into consideration the conference setting as it relates to the program you are applying to.

· Videos will be reviewed to determine your overall facilitation skills. It’s encouraged to avoid using staged or scripted content.

· Videos should NOT include extra graphics, music, underscore, etc.

· Videos should be 3-5 minutes in length.

b) Submitting Videos:

· Videos should be uploaded to YouTube and saved as a public video. Be sure the link is accessible to public view.

· A link to the YouTube video should be added to the application question that says, “Add your facilitation video link here, if applicable.”

c) Video Format: you may choose from one of the two options below for how you’ll demonstrate your facilitation abilities. Option 1 is HIGHLY preferred but option 2 is accepted as an alternative option.

Video Option 1: Facilitation Example (with a live audience) – HIGHLY PREFERRED

· Record a video facilitating content, of your choice, with a live audience.

· Note: You may use the example content included in the Facilitation Video Guide, but it is not required for this option.

Video Option 2: Facilitation Demo (without a live audience)

· If you are unable to access a live audience during the application period, you may submit a video facilitating the example content in the Facilitation Video Guide without an audience.

· After the facilitation demonstration, you should include an explanation for the two questions below in your video.

o How would you check for student understanding throughout the activity?

o How would you build rapport with students throughout the activity?

Preference for interviews will be given to applicants who have submitted a complete application by November 6, 2025, at midnight (EDT). All applicants will be notified regardless of status no later than January 31, 2026.