Two major agricultural organizations are opening full-time positions that put employees directly into the business, service and strategic work supporting Hoosier farmers—from administering federal farm programs at the county level to helping shape the operations of one of the state’s leading soybean organizations.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency is hiring a Program Analyst in nine Indiana counties, while the Indiana Soybean Alliance is seeking an experienced Operations & Strategic Project Manager in Indianapolis.
For people looking for a career connected to agriculture without necessarily being on the farm, the openings offer very different paths into an industry that touches nearly every Indiana county.
FSA positions put employees on the front lines of farm programs
USDA’s Farm Service Agency is seeking a full-time County Program Analyst in the Decatur, Lawrence, Spencer, Cass, Wayne, Daviess, Wabash, Dubois and Fulton County FSA offices.
The deadline to apply is September 24, 2026.
The positions involve general office activities supporting FSA programs administered at the local field level. Successful applicants should be reliable, maintain a professional attitude and enjoy working with the public.
That local connection can be especially important in agriculture.
FSA county offices are where farmers and ranchers interact with federal programs involving disaster assistance, farm loans, price support, income support and conservation. In other words, the employees behind the counter and behind the paperwork often help producers navigate programs that can have a direct impact on their operations.
Applicants must create a profile through USAJOBS before applying.
The position is listed on USAJOBS.gov, and questions about the openings can be directed to Brandon Maienbrook at 317-295-5903.
Farmers and agricultural professionals can also locate their local FSA office through the FSA office locator.
Indiana Soybean Alliance seeks project-management expertise
Meanwhile, the Indiana Soybean Alliance (ISA) is looking for an experienced professional to fill its Operations & Strategic Project Manager position at its Indianapolis headquarters.
ISA describes itself as a forward-thinking organization focused on benefiting Indiana farmers and agricultural stakeholders. The position is designed for someone who can help turn organizational priorities into measurable results.
The role combines project management, strategic execution, process improvement, data analysis and internal collaboration.
Among the responsibilities are leading or supporting cross-departmental projects, improving operational efficiency, developing dashboards and scorecards, analyzing organizational performance and helping teams make more data-driven decisions.
The position also calls for someone who can serve as an internal resource on organizational systems, data analytics, dashboards, Microsoft technology tools and the use of AI tools where they can improve processes and reduce redundancies.
It is not simply an administrative position.
ISA is looking for a professional with five to 10 years of experience and demonstrated capabilities in relationship management, project management, process improvement, data analysis, communication, technology coordination, problem solving and collaboration.
The position is full-time and exempt, with a minimum expectation of 40 hours per week. It includes travel within Indiana and limited out-of-state travel.
ISA says its employee benefits include paid time off, flexible hours, a benefits plan, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, a 401(k) with matching contributions and a hybrid remote/in-office work schedule. Employees also receive paid professional-development and travel opportunities.
Applicants for the ISA position should submit a letter of application and resume to hr@indianasoybean.com or mail materials to Human Resources, Indiana Soybean Alliance, 8425 Keystone Crossing, Suite 200, Indianapolis, IN 46240.
Agriculture’s workforce extends far beyond the farm
The two openings highlight the breadth of Indiana’s agricultural workforce.
One position puts an employee directly in a county FSA office, working with producers and supporting the federal programs they depend on. The other sits within a farmer-led commodity organization, where project management, technology, analytics and strategic execution are increasingly important to advancing the interests of Indiana soybean farmers.
For Indiana agriculture, that workforce matters.
Farmers depend on more than land, equipment, seed, livestock and markets to keep an operation moving. They also depend on a network of people who administer programs, solve problems, manage organizations, analyze data and help agricultural businesses adapt to a rapidly changing industry.
For those looking to build a career in agriculture, the opportunities may be closer—and broader—than they realize.
