Job Openings:
We are hiring for either two part-time staff, or one full-time staff.
- Program and Event Manager (Full-Time, Treasure Valley-based)
- Program Manager (Part-Time, Location more flexible across Idaho)
- Event Manager (Part-Time, Treasure Valley-based)
Instructions to apply
Email Carly@GrowIdahoFFA.org to apply. Please email your resume, cover letter, and a brief explanation of any ties to agriculture, FFA, and/or nonprofits, along with a description of your current work situation and motivation for seeking part-time or full-time employment. Please include 1-3 references if you would like. The initial round of applications will close on Oct. 2, 2025 with some interviews (Zoom or in-person) taking place the week of Oct. 6.
Please send any questions to the above email. We are happy to discuss the role(s) and organization with you. We are looking for a talented individual to bring value to our team and welcome relevant discussion regarding the role(s).
Our Staff
CARLY JORDAN (WEAVER)
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Carly currently serves as the Idaho FFA Foundation’s Executive Director. In Fall of 2022, Carly joined the Idaho FFA Foundation team as the Program and Event Manager but moved into the Executive Director role in April of 2023. She works to bring in financial resources and make them available to local FFA members, chapters, advisors, and the Idaho FFA Association. She manages the Foundation’s legacy gifts, endowments, grant programs, donor relations, events, scholarships, and more.
Carly attended the University of Idaho, where she studied Agriculture Business, and then spent several years doing communications and marketing work for agricultural and energy cooperatives. Carly has deep roots with Idaho FFA and has been involved with the organization since 2011 as a member; she served in elected roles, attended state, regional and national conferences, and participated in multiple Career Development Events with the Meridian FFA Chapter.
Carly enjoys gardening, food and cooking, animals, and the great outdoors. In her free time, you can find her camping, spending time with her loved ones, and chasing after her Brittany pup, Scout. Carly is a fifth-generation Idahoan involved in production agriculture.
Amie Betzold
Programs Coordinator
Amie recently completed her degree in Agriculture Education at the University of Idaho and is now teaching full-time at Madison High School. Amie was very active in her local FFA chapter during her time in high school. She participated in multiple different FFA officer positions, and career/leadership development events throughout her time in FFA. In 2023, Amie worked diligently to earn her American FFA Degree.
Amie assists in managing the Foundation’s Scholarship Raffle and Gift of Blue programs, and helping with student scholarships and golf scrambles! As our Programs Coordinator, she enjoys building her networking and project management skills and giving a fresh perspective of a former Idaho FFA member and new agriculture educator.
Hannah Stolfus
Communications Intern
Hannah is a recent University of Idaho graduate in the field of Agriculture Science, Communication and Leadership. She is currently working on her master’s degree in agriculture communications. Growing up, Hannah participated in rodeo, rodeo queen competitions, Montana FFA, and more. She held several offices in FFA and participated in CDE and LDEs.
Hannah manages the Foundation’s social media accounts and assists with website design and other Foundation communications. As an intern, she is excited to build her communication skills and continue her involvement in the FFA organization.
2025-2026 Board of Trustees
Executive Committee:
Jerry Olson, Chairman
VP/Sr. Commercial Lending Officer
Zions Bank
Amy Smith, Vice Chair
Relationship Manager
AgWest Farm Credit
Holly Luna
Communications Manager
Amalgamated Sugar
LaChelle Bohner
Community Relations and Events Manager
Valley Wide Cooperative
Carly Jordan
Executive Director
Idaho FFA Foundation
Board Members:
Dr. Kasee Smith
Associate Professor
University of Idaho Department of Ag Education, Communications, and Leadership
Melissa Sherman
Executive Director
Idaho FFA Association
Chuck Radloff
Alumni Representative/Farmer
State FFA Alumni
Judy Woody
Business Owner/Farmer
Diamond W Farms
Kevin Barker
Notus High School Instructor
High Valley Consulting
Craig Lindquist
Realtor
Western Idaho Realty
Sid Freeman
Business Owner/Farmer
Sunny View Farms
Pat Dixon
Madison Junior High School Instructor
IATA Representative
Marc Beitia
American Falls High School Instructor
IATA Representative
Amy Nichols
Cambridge High School Instructor
IATA Representative
Christian Griffith
Branch Manager
D.L. Evans Bank
Stephen Parrott
Chief Financial Officer
Fort Boise Produce
Justin Patten
Director of Operations
Idaho Farm Bureau Federation
Andrea Gumm
Public Affairs Manager
J.R. Simplot Company