We are looking for the next valuable addition to our business family. In this role you will provide administrative support for the farm management, real estate, and appraisal services we provide under the direction of the office manager. If you are an energetic and motivated individual who is passionate about helping others you will thrive in this position. The ideal candidate will have a cooperative and committed personality that likes working in a team environment focused on providing excellent service to our valued clients. If you appreciate variety, organization, and have an eye for details, we would enjoy meeting you. We are a family-owned company that has been in business for over 80 years and are committed to providing personalized education and professional services to provide peace of mind to farmland owners. We value and care for our employees and strive to provide a culture that emphasizes integrity, respect, and accountability.

Specific Job Duties:

Expense and income processing in accounting software, and all other assigned accounting tasks. Professionally greet and assist clients, vendors, and tenants in person, phone, and other communication channels. Create high quality correspondence and reports based off provided materials from professional field staff by providing assistance with typing, proofing, and packaging. Maintain and file documents, both electronically and physically, related to real estate, insurance, expense details, governmental filings, and general agriculture information. Coordinate client visits, meetings, conferences, and seminars. Assist with organizing, maintaining spreadsheet data for professional field staff. Utilize various software and websites to locate and prepare information for analyzing farmland including mapping, property assessor data, and historical real estate records, among others. Project Management skills in support professional field staff, including tracking tasks to completion Ability to effectively work directly with outside organizations such as USDA, grain marketing terminals, co-ops, and other such organizations and vendors.

Compensation:

Hertz Farm Management's competitive compensation package offers a salary based on experience, health/dental/vision/life insurance, 401(k) that includes an employer match, vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.

Requirements:

Associates Degree or above is preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of office administrative procedures and use of standard office equipment at a level generally acquired through 1 + years related experience. Knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database, and presentation software. High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations. Position requires demonstrated poise, tact, and diplomacy. Analytical ability is required in order to gather and summarize data for reports, find solutions to various administrative problems, and prioritize work. Continual attention to detail in composing, typing and proofing materials, organizational skills for establishing priorities and meeting deadlines.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$20.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Ability to

Commute:

DeKalb, IL 60115 (Required)

Work Location:

In person