AGRONOMY INTERN

Job Details

Description

JOB SUMMARY

The purpose of this position is to introduce college students to an entry-level work environment that promotes the sale and services of crop nutrients, crop production products, and seed to improve the efficiency and profitability of producers. The Agronomy Intern must maintain a positive and cooperative attitude that promotes teamwork, integrity, honesty, and helpfulness. They must embrace and exhibit MVC’s philosophy and culture of customer service.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

Reports to the Agronomy Division Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establish and maintain a positive customer service experience.

• Establish and maintain a positive experience for MVC customers, clients, and vendors, through professional interpersonal interactions.

• Shadow Agronomy Production Specialist in day to day operations.

• Work with the location manager to better understand and assist in developing and implementing crop production marketing plans and sales programs for producers.

• Maintain open, honest, and efficient communication with MVC agronomy managers, sales manager, and producer customers.

• Maintain positive relationships with producers to exchange crop production information that can be used to develop total farm plans and crop production strategies for the producers.

• Attend pertinent agronomy training seminars and utilize relevant resource tools.

• Prepare various reports for the agronomy department on an as-needed basis.

• Report for duty in a fit condition, complying with the location dress code and acceptable personal hygiene.

• Provide feedback to Managers.

• Practice and encourage workplace safety.

• Other duties as assigned.

   

  ESSENTIAL SKILLS & ABILITIES

  Knowledge and understanding of:

• Customer service

• Agronomy products and services

• Safety rules, procedures, and practices

  Ability to:

• Establish effective working relationships with management, co-workers, and the general public.

• Report to work on-time and as scheduled.

• Plan and organize multiple projects.

• Operate a personal computer using word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications appropriate to assigned duties.

• Operate a smartphone.

• Communicate effectively with others in both technical and non-technical terms.

• Drive to meetings year-round within the state of Montana.

• Work the varied hours required of the position during peak seasons.

   

  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  Education/Experience/Training:

• High School diploma or GED and

• Courses in Agronomy and Agriculture are preferred.

  License/Certification:

• Valid Driver’s License issued by the State of Montana

   

  ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL ABILITIES

  The physical demands described herein are representative of those that are required by the employee in order to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee will encounter while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship.

   

  Essential Physical Abilities:

• Clarity of speech and hearing that permits the employee to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.

• Clarity of vision to include; near and far vision, ability to focus while operating equipment, and ability to read printed materials.

• Manual dexterity that permits the employee to operate a personal computer, files, and equipment.

• Personal mobility that permits the employee to enter, operate, and exit motor vehicles.

• Ability to lift 40 pounds.

• Ability to walk, stand, and reach for the duration of the shift.

• Ability to occasionally stoop, kneel, climb, and navigate tough terrain.

  Working Conditions:

• Work is generally performed in an office environment.

• Travel in and outside the county to attend meetings etc. in all weather conditions.

• Must drive and sit for extended periods of time.

• Various noise levels are present in the work environment, from low to moderately loud.

  DISCLAIMER

  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive, all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the employee.

   

  EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & REASONABLE ACCOMODATION

  MVC is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected category including; race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, disability, age, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

   

  MVC is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in its employment, services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Human Resources at 406-453-5900.