Next Gen Facilitator

About the role

Primary responsibility is to facilitate the Next Gen Conference curriculum content for high school students for one week. The Next Gen Conference is a career-focused conference centered around the AFNR career pathways. In 2026, there will be three Next Gen Conferences:

• Plant Systems – March 9-13, 2027, St. Louis, Mo.
• Food Products & Processing Systems – June 22-26, 2027, Detroit, Mich.
• Environmental Services & Natural Resources – Sept. 14-18, 2027, Denver, Co.

Staff members are required to participate in three-four days of planning and training prior to the conference.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate conference curriculum in both large and small groups.
• Provide counsel to participants and motivate students.
• Act as a tour group leader and introduce industry professionals.
• Discipline conference participants when necessary.
• Handle administrative tasks, including but not limited to:
  • Pre-conference training calls.
  • Timely completion of expense reports.
  • Scheduling of conference travel.
  • Correspondence with national FFA staff.
• Constantly work to improve the program and yourself as a trainer and leader.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Passion for or experience in the career pathway(s).
• Ability to perform the mental and physical demands of the position.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Team player with the ability to work independently in a frequently changing environment.
• Good interpersonal, listening, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interact and work with a diverse group of internal/external people.
• Excellent customer service skills for internal and/or external customers.
• Strong prioritization, organization, time-management, and multi-tasking skills.
• Accuracy, attention to detail, and problem-solving/analytical abilities.
• Computer literacy and ability to make and receive phone calls.
• Confidence in speaking in front of small and large groups.
• Proficiency in Microsoft programs (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, etc.).
• Personal access to, and ability to use, a computer or laptop.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma, Some College.

Experience: Previous FFA experience preferred.