Executive Director Oklahoma Wheat Commission

POSITION TITLE: Executive Director, Oklahoma Wheat Commission CLOSING DATE: February 1, 2009 

DESCRIPTION: This is administrative, technical, and public relations work promoting the utilization and marketing of wheat and wheat products.

Functions involve planning, developing, and directing a promotional program to improve and expand market outlets and provide up-to-date wheat information for the grain trade and Oklahoma wheat producers.

The Executive Director determines operation procedures and ensures implementation of procedures mandated in the "Wheat Resources Act" of the State of Oklahoma.

Supervision is exercised over a staff of administrative assistant, chief financial officer/office manager, director of communications and director of marketing.

Work is performed under general supervision with some latitude for exercising independent judgment and initiative within established laws of the "Wheat Resources Act" and policies set by the Oklahoma Wheat Commission Board of Directors.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

* B.S. Degree, M.S. Preferred. * Demonstrated experience in administration and/or market development * Familiarity with the wheat industry * Superior written and oral communication skills * Ability to work as a team member

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

* Experience in the wheat industry with proven market development skills.

SALARY & BENEFITS: 

Commensurate with training and experience; Oklahoma Public Employees Retirement System; paid annual and sick leave; group health and life insurance.

TO APPLY: 
Screening of applications begins immediately after the closing date of Feb. 1st and will continue until a suitable candidate is identified. For full consideration, candidates must submit the following materials by the closing date to the address below:
1. A letter of application discussing how the stated qualifications are met.
2. A detailed resume.
3. References upon request
4. Please apply return receipt requested.

SEND TO:

Jeff Krehbiel, Chairman
Rt. 2, Box 155
Hydro, Ok. 73048


Phone: 405-542-7606
Email: kfarms@hintonet.net

The Oklahoma Wheat Commission is an Equal Opportunity Institution. Women and traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.