JOB SUMMARY: 

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, providing  constructive feedback in a safe and supportive environment, and offering   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 association, and facilitators should be prepared to effectively meet the expectations for all group sizes. Conferences with more than 20 participants may result in sending two facilitators.

In addition to facilitating learning experiences, facilitators will collaborate with state staff to develop conference schedules that meet the unique needs of each state association. Conferences typically range from 2-5 days in length, not including travel time for  in-person experience, and many conferences occur during the work week. The conference season will begin on or after March 10, 2027, and is expected to run year-round through March 2028. Facilitators will be expected to maintain flexibility leading up to the start of the conference season, at which point conference assignments will be made.

Conference Facilitators will also be responsible for administrative tasks, including, but not limited to, timely completion of expense vouchers, arranging travel, and  communicating with state and National FFA staff. Facilitators are required to participate in the entire duration of facilitator training in-person held in Indianapolis, Indiana. For the 2027–28 staff, facilitators who have served in  this role within the last three years will be required to arrive in  Indianapolis on March 3, 2027, and attend training March 4–7, 2027. All other hired facilitators will be required to arrive in Indianapolis anytime on   March 2, 2027, and attend training March 3–7, 2027. All facilitators will be   able to travel home after 2:00 p.m. on March 7, 2027.

All facilitators are expected to prepare for training by completing assigned objectives throughout  January, February, and March 2027. This preparation includes becoming familiar with and demonstrating a strong working knowledge of the curriculum prior to attending training in March. Facilitators will also be expected to participate in regular virtual coaching calls throughout the season.

 Applicants selected for this position will be ineligible to run for National FFA Office and 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 additional 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 past state FFA officers and/or past national FFA facilitators  (National FFA 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 2027-2028 conference season, please follow the instructions below to complete the two application requirements: the online application and facilitation video.

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

2.   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 Facilitator Application: Facilitation Video Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) document.

Note: A facilitation video is NOT required for those, who in the last three years have served as National FFA Officers (2023-24, 2024-25, 2025-2026 teams) or worked as a facilitator for Member Leadership Series (2024-25, 2025-26, 2026-2027 staffs), State Officer Programs (2024-25, 2025-26, 2026-2027 staffs), and Washington Leadership Conference (2024, 2025, 2026 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

1. Record a video facilitating content, of your choice, with a live audience.
2. 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.

 How would you check for student understanding throughout the activity?

 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, 2026, at midnight (EDT). All applicants will be notified regardless of status no later than January 1, 2027.