County Agricultural Development Board Administrator

Career Guide

A County Agricultural Development Board Administrator manages the daily operations of a county board that supports local agriculture. The role typically coordinates meetings, programs, and funding activities, ensures compliance with public rules, and serves as a key connector between farmers, county government, and partner organizations.

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Key Responsibilities

Plan and run board meetings, including agendas, minutes, and public notices
Manage program timelines for farmland preservation, agricultural grants, and local initiatives
Support application processes for farmers and landowners, including intake and eligibility checks
Coordinate site visits, reviews, and recommendations for board decisions
Track budgets, invoices, and reimbursements for board programs
Maintain records and ensure proper document retention
Prepare reports for county leadership and state agencies
Communicate program updates to the public, farmers, and partner organizations
Coordinate with legal, finance, and procurement teams to follow public rules
Support outreach events, workshops, and stakeholder meetings
Monitor program results and maintain performance tracking
Respond to questions from residents and route issues to the right agency or partner

Top Skills for Success

Program Administration

Public Meeting Coordination

Grant Administration

Budget Management

Records Management

Policy Interpretation

Contract Administration

Stakeholder Management

Written Communication

Public Speaking

Customer Service

Project Management

Data Tracking

Process Improvement

Career Progression

Can Lead To

County Agriculture Program Manager

Farmland Preservation Program Manager Grants Manager

County Economic Development Manager

Public Administration Manager

Operations Manager

Transition Opportunities

Extension Program Coordinator

Conservation Program Coordinator Nonprofit Program Manager

State Agriculture Program Specialist

Farm Business Support Specialist

Common Skill Gaps

Often Missing Skills

Grant BudgetingProcurement ProcessesPublic Records ComplianceBoard Governance PracticesConflict ResolutionPerformance Measurement

Development SuggestionsBuild a simple checklist for compliance steps, take short courses on public procurement and grant budgeting, ask to shadow county finance and legal workflows, and create a basic reporting dashboard that tracks applications, approvals, and dollars spent.

Market Intelligence Report

County Agricultural Development Board Administrator is part of the Administrative Support category.Explore our market intelligence report to see how AI and hiring demand are shifting for these roles.

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Salary & Demand

Median Salary Range

Entry Level45,000 to 60,000 USD

Mid Level60,000 to 80,000 USD

Senior Level80,000 to 105,000 USD

Growth Trend

Steady demand in counties with active farmland preservation, agricultural grant funding, and increased focus on local food systems. Hiring levels vary by state funding, county budgets, and the size of agricultural programs.

Companies Hiring

Major Employers

County GovernmentState Department of AgricultureLand Conservation AgencyCounty Planning DepartmentSoil and Water Conservation DistrictCooperative Extension OfficeRegional Planning CommissionAgricultural Nonprofit Organization

Industry Sectors

Local GovernmentState GovernmentAgricultureLand ConservationCommunity DevelopmentNonprofit SectorEducation and Extension Services

Recommended Next Steps

Review recent board meeting minutes and identify common decision patterns and timelines

Create templates for agendas, minutes, application checklists, and approval letters

Take a short course in grant administration and public sector budgeting

Schedule informational meetings with county finance, legal, and procurement staff to map required steps

Join a state or regional farmland preservation or agriculture administrators network

Build a simple quarterly report that tracks program volume, funding status, and outcomes