Agricultural Business Services Representative
About The Position
The primary purpose of this position is to provide technical and consultative support to agricultural employers across an assigned geographic region within the state. This role requires a strong understanding of Division of Workforce Solutions (DWS) programs and services, as well as the ability to effectively assist employers, local office staff, and community partners. Key responsibilities include providing training and technical guidance to agricultural employers and career center staff; interpreting federal and state regulations; ensuring compliance and consistency across programs; establishing program objectives; analyzing operational effectiveness; and producing required reports. This position also serves as a liaison between local career centers, the Regional Operations Director, and central office staff. Duties include but are not limited to: • Conducting on‑site agricultural employer visits • Facilitating and posting job orders in NCWorks • Advising employers on state and federal farm labor laws and regulatory updates • Providing migrant housing consultations • Inspecting rental and/or public accommodations • Conducting H‑2A post‑certification visits • Assisting farm labor contractors with registration, renewals, and federal licensing updates This position also plays an active role in the development and promotion of agricultural apprenticeships, sector partnerships, internship programs, and on‑the‑job training opportunities. The employee integrates knowledge of economic trends, labor market conditions, and state/industry demands to support the creation and oversight of high‑quality workforce development initiatives. Additional responsibilities may include employer and community relations, developing and modifying contracts, responding to RFPs, addressing program‑related challenges, and contributing to staff recruitment and outreach efforts. This position performs essential Wagner‑Peyser employer services and foreign labor certification (FLC) field duties as outlined in the state’s Agricultural Outreach Plan and FLC grant. The Agricultural Business Services Representative works closely with outreach staff to ensure Migrant and Seasonal Farmworkers have access to job opportunities and full participation in the state’s workforce development system.
Requirements
- Knowledge of DWS programs, Workforce Development Boards, and applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations related to agricultural employer services and foreign labor certification.
- Ability to analyze, interpret, and apply complex regulatory requirements, evaluate program operations, and resolve issues involving conflicting information or compliance concerns.
- Strong communication skills, including the ability to provide technical assistance, deliver training, and effectively communicate with agricultural employers, outreach staff, contractors, and government partners.
- Ability to work independently across an assigned region, using sound judgment, initiative, and organizational skills to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain accurate documentation.
- Experience in developing or supporting workforce initiatives such as apprenticeships, sector partnerships, or skills‑training programs, including skills in marketing, presentations, and community engagement.
- Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of progressive experience in human resource administration, job development and placement, employment counseling, vocational guidance and counseling, social work, vocational rehabilitation, labor management, apprenticeship and training programs, or public contact advising job applicants and employers in a variety of functions; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Responsibilities
- Conducting on‑site agricultural employer visits
- Facilitating and posting job orders in NCWorks
- Advising employers on state and federal farm labor laws and regulatory updates
- Providing migrant housing consultations
- Inspecting rental and/or public accommodations
- Conducting H‑2A post‑certification visits
- Assisting farm labor contractors with registration, renewals, and federal licensing updates
Benefits
- 12 Annual Paid Holidays and monthly accrual of vacation and sick leave
- North Carolina State Health Plan administered by Aetna
- Supplemental Benefits including Flexible Spending Accounts, Accident Insurance, Cancer & Specified Disease, Critical Illness, Dental, and Vision
- NC State Retirement (TSERS), 401(k), and 457 savings plans
- WeSave Employee Discounts
- Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
