Farm Credit Mid-America is a financial services cooperative serving financial needs of farmers and rural residents in Arkansas, Indiana, Kentucky, Missouri, Ohio, and Tennessee. Our purpose is to secure the future of rural communities and agriculture. We are passionate about serving the needs of our rural communities and creating positive customer experiences.
Farm Credit Mid-America is a great place to work! We have been named as a Best Places to Work in Kentucky for the past 13 years. At Farm Credit Mid-America we put our customers and team members at the heart of all we do.
Schedule: Full Time, Hybrid
Travel Required: 0% - 10%
Compensation: The salary range for this position is estimated to be $91,854.00 – $178,402.00 annualized, which reflects the company’s current estimate of the potential compensation range at the time of posting. This salary range reflects the anticipated compensation for this position and represents one component of the total rewards package. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, education, qualifications, and allotted budget. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits program as part of its overall compensation strategy, and salary ranges are reviewed periodically to remain aligned with market conditions.
Benefits At A Glance
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Eligible team members have access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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Well-being and fitness reimbursement programs
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Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
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401(k) plan with company contributions and matching opportunities
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Paid parental leave
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Short-term and long-term disability coverage
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Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs
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Community involvement and volunteer opportunities
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Variable compensation opportunities for eligible positions
The Training Leader (known internally as the Director of Training) leads the Association's training team that is responsible for developing practical, role-based learning programs that help team members perform their jobs effectively and consistently. This role oversees training for sales, operational, and enterprise functions, partnering closely with business leaders to identify skill and knowledge needs and deliver training solutions that support business performance.
Successful candidates will have experience developing job-specific training programs and using data and business results to improve learning outcomes. They should be skilled at translating business needs into clear, repeatable training that helps team members succeed in their roles.
Directors provide strategic and operational leadership for a defined function, ensuring work aligns with organizational goals and priorities. They build strong partnerships, lead complex initiatives, and create clarity for their teams. Directors foster a coaching culture, develop talent, and promote collaboration to advance shared outcomes across the Association.
- Leads, coaches, and develops a team of learning professionals including Operations Training Managers, Sales and Financial Training Managers, and the Human Capital Coordinator.
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Develops and executes a strategic training and enablement roadmap aligned with organizational goals and talent strategies.
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Develops, monitors, and manages the training function's annual budget aligning resources with organizational goals and fiscal accountability.
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Delivers effective, scalable training across the sales lifecycle, operations, and service functions.
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Partners with HR and business leaders to assess training needs, deliver solutions, and measure the impact of learning programs on performance.
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Champions continuous improvement, data-driven decision making, and the integration of new learning technologies and methods.
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Provides clear goals, plans, and expectations that translate strategy into action.
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Leads complex initiatives that improve performance, quality, or innovation.
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Develops team members through coaching, feedback, and accountability.
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Builds strong partnerships across the Association to ensure alignment and coordinated execution.
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Exercises sound judgment to balance business needs, risk, and customer impact.
- Bachelor's degree with 5 years relevant experience required
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience leading operational, systems, or process-based training programs
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Proven ability to build and scale role-based training curricula tied to job performance
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Experience partnering with business leaders to address performance gaps with targeted training
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Demonstrated success delivering sales enablement or operational training programs
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Experience using data and performance metrics to evaluate training effectiveness
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Familiarity with learning technologies and performance support tools (LMS, SOPs, job aids)
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Background in operationally complex or regulated industries
While engaged in this position, team members will routinely sit, use hands for tasks, and communicate orally. Standing or walking is frequently required, while occasional demands include reaching with hands and arms, and lifting or moving up to ten pounds. Vision requirements encompass close and distance vision. The work environment typically has a moderate noise level. This role may entail a blend of mental and physical capabilities, requiring strong mental acuity, problem-solving skills, and occasional physical tasks such as standing, lifting, or extended computer usage. Some roles may require physical or mental requirements related to driving, such as a valid driver's license, and the ability to drive a long-distance. Reasonable accommodations will be considered for individuals as requested.
Farm Credit Mid-America provides a competitive total rewards package to our team members. This includes an award winning 401(k) Plan. Our Health and Financial wellness benefits provide safety, security and peace of mind for you and your family. Here is a highlight of our Total Rewards and Benefits.
Farm Credit Mid-America is an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will receive consideration for employments without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by law.
