Public Policy & Commodity Division Intern

OBJECTIVE

To assist with programs and activities of the Public Policy & Commodity Division (PPCD).

Note: This position will be 20 hours per week.

RESPONSIBILITIES

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports to: Conservation and Regulatory Relations Specialist

Supervises: None

Staff Relationships: PPCD staff and administrative staff; MFB Regional Managers, other Michigan Farm Bureau Divisions and Centers and Legal Department.

Other Relationships: County Farm Bureau Administrative Managers, Presidents and volunteer leaders; Farm Bureau Members; Farm Bureau Insurance Agents and Staff; Michigan State University Faculty and Staff; Michigan Agricultural and Commodity Organizations; other state Farm Bureau staff; Members of the Michigan Legislature and staff; State Departments staff.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Demonstrates ‘individual contributor’ core competencies.

• Member/Customer Focus (develops trusted relationships with all internal and external

members/customers)

• Communication (communicates effectively through multiple ways to a variety of audiences in

an effective and transparent manner)

• Adaptability (adapts to new information, changing conditions and unexpected obstacles)
• Accountability (holds self and others accountable for achieving quality results)
• Collaboration (works effectively with others to create a team-based environment)
• Critical Thinking (examines issues, ideas and situations to impact results and implement

improvements)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Analytical skills
• Computer proficient, experience with Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Keyboarding skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Planning skills
• Self-Directed
• Project management
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work with a team

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Assist PPCD staff and Regional Managers as needed with planning local District Policy Development meetings and provide on-site assistance. Explore and develop recommendations for utilizing online and other communication tools for engaging members in policy discussion. Assist staff in entering participant data into the organization’s database.

Assist PPCD departments with planning Advisory/Task Force meetings and provide on-site assistance. Assist staff in entering participant data into the organization’s database.

Assist PPCD staff with efforts for ongoing or new programs/issues across the Division such as, but not limited to: the value of membership based on legislative/regulatory success, Michigan Manure Hauler Certification Program promotion, Political Action Program Support, environmental permitting program impacts, and more. This may include specific project(s) for the intern to complete.

Assist with reviewing material related to policy, legislation, and politics on Michigan Farm Bureau’s Website and offer recommendations for improvements.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

Willing to travel and assist with events and programs throughout the state with use of company fleet vehicle (if available) or mileage reimbursement of personal vehicle.

Assist legislative counsels with member engagement opportunities at the state Capitol on key legislative issues.

Process and distribute communication, attend company functions, and complete other responsibilities in the Public Policy & Commodity Division as assigned.

Assist with member inquiries.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Must be currently enrolled at a college or university and have declared a major course of study moving closer to (or working toward) graduation.

Experience: Office experience preferred. Interest and experience with policy, politics and legislative process, legislative/historical research, and agriculture.

Please submit a short cover letter with your application that includes why you are interested in the position and how any previous experience would be relevant to this position.

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