Careers

Make a difference in agriculture — where every voice matters. 

Why work for PFI? 

Work with the PFI team and agricultural stakeholders across the Midwest to create more resilient farming systems!  

At Practical Farmers of Iowa, you'll join a mission-driven team passionate about creating a stronger, more resilient agricultural future. We're collaborative, curious, farmer-focused and committed to supporting each other while doing work that truly matters. 

Company Culture 

• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Mission-driven work with real-world impact
• Flexible, people-centered workplace
• Opportunities for growth and professional development
• Highly engaged member network and community-centered culture

Benefits 

• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, life and disability, EAP, mental health support)
• Generous paid time off & holidays
• Flexible scheduling
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Professional development support (annual allotment + dedicated PD day)
• Work and life support perks (cell phone stipend, flex plans, financial advising, staff events) 

Commitment to Fair and Equitable Opportunities 

We believe diverse perspectives make our work stronger. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who share our passion for building a resilient agricultural future.  

Practical Farmers of Iowa provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. 

Current Openings

Data Stewardship & Reporting Coordinator

We are seeking a data stewardship and reporting coordinator to join the team at PFI that ensures data structures and program operations run smoothly and efficiently. We offer a wide range of cost-share, business, risk management and other farm viability programs that together serve thousands of farmers and landowners in Iowa and surrounding states. The data stewardship and reporting team plays a vital role by delivering seamless data systems that support farm viability staff and program participants, as well as other PFI operations.

If you don't see any opening that matches your skillset, we encourage you to submit your materials for our files. We'll reach out if a job matching your skillset becomes available.