Business Development Coordinator – Programming

Campbell County • Rustburg, VA

4d • $40,000 - $45,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Campbell County Economic Development is seeking a highly organized and engaging Business Development Coordinator – Agriculture & Programming. This role is primarily a small business program coordination position responsible for planning, organizing, and delivering business development programs with a focus on the agriculture sector. The coordinator must be able to connect with and relate to the agricultural community, but the top priority is coordinating effective business development programs that provide producers with marketing resources, business support, and educational opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, agribusiness, business administration, economic development, marketing, community development, or related field.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to work effectively with agricultural producers and diverse community partners.
• Strong program coordination, communication, and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience coordinating educational programs, workshops, or community initiatives.
• Experience in agriculture, agribusiness marketing, or Extension partnerships.
• Grant research, writing, or program administration experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate agricultural and small-business programs, workshops, and trainings—including Campbell Connects (semi-annual) and Start Small Campbell (2x/year).
• Facilitate outreach for Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) programs, farmers markets, food hubs, and agribusiness marketing initiatives.
• Build relationships with local farmers and agribusinesses to inform programming needs.
• Coordinate farm tours, business networking events, and Business/Agriculture Appreciation activities.
• Research and apply for agriculture-focused grants; administer awarded agriculture grant programs.
• Collaborate closely with Virginia Cooperative Extension (VCE) on programming and resource sharing.
• Support community agriculture initiatives in partnership with schools, libraries, Master Gardeners, Farm Bureau, and other local organizations.
• Assist with marketing agritourism assets, local food programs, and agricultural businesses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level