Vice President of Human Resources

Job Summary
The Vice President of Human Resources at Ag Valley Cooperative is a strategic leader responsible for developing and executing people-focused initiatives that support the cooperative's mission, member value, and operational excellence. This role partners with senior leadership to attract, develop, and retain a skilled workforce across agronomy, grain, energy, feed, and administrative functions while fostering a strong safety culture and employee engagement across all locations.

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Cooperative Alignment
Develop and implement HR strategies that align with Ag Valley's long-term business goals and cooperative values
Partner with executive leadership to support growth, operational efficiency, and member service
Lead workforce planning across multiple locations, including rural and seasonal operations

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Development
Oversee recruitment strategies for a diverse workforce including CDL drivers, agronomy staff, grain operations, and corporate roles
Build pipelines for hard-to-fill rural and skilled labor positions
Lead training and development programs, including leadership development and succession planning
Support onboarding programs that reinforce safety, service, and cooperative culture

Employee Relations & Culture
Foster a positive, team-oriented culture rooted in cooperative principles and community involvement
Provide guidance on employee relations, conflict resolution, and performance issues
Lead employee engagement initiatives across all branches and departments

Compensation, Benefits & Compliance
Design and manage competitive compensation and benefits programs aligned with industry standards and Ag Valley Cooperative initiatives
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including DOT and safety regulations
Oversee payroll, benefits administration, and HRIS systems

Safety & Risk Management
Partner with operations leadership to promote a strong safety culture across agronomy, grain, energy, and feed divisions
Support safety training, compliance, and incident management programs
Help reduce risk through proactive HR and safety initiatives

Performance & Organizational Development
Lead performance management processes aligned with operational goals
Drive continuous improvement in employee productivity and engagement
Support organizational structure and change management initiatives

Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master's preferred)
10–15+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, preferably in agriculture, cooperative, or multi-location operations
Strong understanding of rural workforce challenges and agricultural industry dynamics
Proven ability to lead across geographically dispersed teams
Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills

In an effort to provide a safer, drug-free workplace for employees, all applicants to whom offers of employment are made must submit to a drug test and background check, subject to applicable local, state, or federal laws or regulations. Employment at Ag Valley Coop is contingent upon passing these pre-employment screenings.