National FFA Organization

Learning and Development

• The Program Specialist – Leadership Development serves as a key member of the National FFA Organization’s leadership development team, with primary responsibility for the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of national leadership programs that support personal and professional growth of FFA members in grades 5-12 and collegiate students.
• This role directly supports the organization’s vision by cultivating the next generation of leaders through engaging, educational, and student-centered experiences.
• The Program Specialist will oversee and contribute to the delivery of a variety of high-impact programs, which could include Washington Leadership Conference, State Officer Programs, National Officer Selection Process, National Officers, Member Leadership Series, Convention Arena programming, and FFA’s online learning platform.
• This position requires strong project management capabilities and a solutions-focused mindset, as the Program Specialist is responsible for handling all logistics, timelines, and budgets associated with their assigned programs.
• In addition, the role involves content development, curriculum planning, and the integration of emerging educational methodologies and technologies to create modern, engaging learning experiences.

Program Specialist – Leadership Development

Consultant

• Develop engaging and innovative educational resources that align with academic standards and FFA mission, vision and values
• Manage multiple project timelines and deliver products in a timely fashion
• Manage budgets for project needs, up to $150,000
• Collaborate with staff in the creation of engaging educational materials
• Manage the requirements of grants awarded
• Provide guidance and insight to help bridge the gap between corporate partners/organizations and educators
• Update and review educational content (lesson plans, classroom activities, online learning resources) and strategies to support specific outcomes.

Senior Educational Consultant

Director

• On-site management, coordination, coaching, and development of WLC staff.
• Ensure smooth logistical operations through vendor collaboration.
• Lead regular staff meetings and provide ongoing individual and team coaching.
• Oversee curriculum, session assignments, and program delivery.
• Manage administrative and logistical needs at the conference facility, including housing, meals, transportation, vendor contracts, and billing.
• Maintain the program budget.
• Coordinate audiovisual, lighting, staging, workshop materials, and props with team leaders.
• Serve as the primary contact for National FFA staff with weekly check-ins with the Program Specialist or Program Manager.
• Address member disciplinary concerns.
• Participate in three mandatory training weeks and be certified in First Aid/CPR.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education Director

• Ideation, creation and development of educational resources featured on ffa.org under Educator Resources
• Manage strategic operations, budget, everyday needs, and training requirements for the National Teacher Ambassador for FFA program
• Manage communications and serve as point of contact for the Teacher Ambassador for FFA program
• Manage vendors needed for programming and events
• Develop summer training schedule for the National Teacher Ambassador for FFA program
• Coordinate National Teacher Ambassadors for FFA for events (e.g., NAAE, National FFA Convention) and organizational needs
• Manage the budget of up to $300,000 for the National Teacher Ambassador for FFA program
• Develop educator training materials for the National Teacher Ambassadors for FFA program
• Integrate creativity and ideation into existing and new resources/projects
• Work in a collaborative team environment to align educational resources with the organization’s mission, vision and educational precepts
• Lead team logistics in packing, shipping and managing storage pallets and keep accurate inventory
• Provide strong educational methodology to enhance educational resources and services
• Work with cross-functional teams in planning and execution of projects and assist in proposal development
• Utilize effective problem-solving and time-management skills to execute complex projects
• Manage relationships with clients/vendors and obtain stakeholder feedback
• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers
• Other duties as assigned

Program Specialist – Leadership Development

Senior Educational Consultant

Education Director

Senior Educational Consultant, Ambassador Program Specialist