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Careers›Roles›Farm Operations Coordinator
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Farm Operations Coordinator

The agricultural operations organizer — coordinating farm activities, schedules, and logistics to support production.

Farm Operations Coordinator pay typically runs $52K–$68K at this level, and jobs in this field are projected to hold roughly steady through 2034.

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Industries that often hire Farm Operations Coordinators
Agriculture & Forestry · 44%Wholesale & Distribution · 9%Government · 7%Manufacturing · 7%Administrative Services · 6%Education · 6%
Job markets for Farm Operations Coordinators
Where Farm Operations Coordinator jobs concentrate · ~33 metro areas
Based on employment in related occupations
Mapped SOC categories:
Operations
BLS Occupational Employment Statistics
Jump to:What it's likeCareer pathsBy the numbers

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What it's like

What it's like to be a Farm Operations Coordinator

As a Farm Operations Coordinator, you support agricultural operations by coordinating activities, managing schedules, handling logistics, and ensuring farm operations run smoothly. You're the organizational support that keeps farming on track.

Your day follows agricultural rhythm. You might schedule crew activities, then coordinate equipment use, then track input deliveries, then communicate with suppliers, then prepare production records. You're ensuring farming activities are coordinated effectively.

The hardest part is coordinating in an environment driven by weather and biology. Plans change when it rains; timing is critical for planting and harvest. You need flexibility while maintaining organization. The people who thrive here are organized, enjoy agriculture, and can adapt to unpredictable circumstances.

What people in this role value
IndependenceAbove avg
AchievementModerate
Working ConditionsModerate
RelationshipsModerate
RecognitionModerate
SupportLower
O*NET Work Values survey
Role Profile
StrategyExecution
StructuredAdaptable
ManagingContributing
CollaborativeIndependent
Things that vary from job to job as a Farm Operations Coordinator
Farm typeOperation sizeSeasonal patternsCoordination scopeTeam structure
Farm coordination varies by operation type and size. Row crop, livestock, specialty crops, and mixed operations have different coordination needs. Operation size affects complexity. Seasonal patterns determine work intensity throughout the year. Coordination scope might include field operations, logistics, or both.
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Career Paths

Where this role sits in the broader career landscape — and where it can take you.

Earning potential across this track
$239K$179K$119K$60K$0KLower paying387 metro areas, sorted by salary level
All experience levels1
This level's estimated range
INDUSTRIES PAYING ABOVE AVERAGE
Technology & Information$160K+37%
Professional Services$156K+33%
Financial Services$149K+27%
Energy & Utilities$142K+21%
Government$124K+5%
Compared to Operations average across all industries
1 BLS OEWS May 2024 covers all Farm Operations Coordinators (SOC 11-9013.00), not just this title · BEA RPP 2023
* Top salaries exceed this figure. BLS caps reported wages at ~$240K to protect individual privacy in high-earning roles.
Related rolesExplore Operations →
Farm Operations CoordinatorAgronomy Operations CoordinatorAccredited Farm Afm Coordinator / Accredited Farm Afm AssociateFacility Operations CoordinatorBarn And Property Coordinator

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What it takes to advance
1
Agricultural operations
Understanding farming opens management paths
2
Technology skills
Precision agriculture technology is increasingly important
3
Business knowledge
Understanding farm economics increases value
Lateral Moves
Agronomy Coordinator
If you want to focus on crop advisory coordination
Agricultural Sales Coordinator
If you want to move toward commercial roles
Questions you might ask when interviewing
What type of farm operation is this?
What would I be coordinating?
How seasonal is the work intensity?
What systems are used?
What does advancement look like?
✦ Editorial — career progression and interview guidance based on industry patterns
The Broader Landscape

Roles like this one sit within a broader occupational category. The numbers below reflect that full landscape — helpful for context, but your specific experience will depend on level, specialty, and where you work.

$52K–$157K
Salary Range
10th – 90th percentile
6K
U.S. Employment
-1.3%
10yr Growth
86K
Annual Openings

How Farm Operations Coordinator pay & employment are changing

$110K$107K$104K$101K$99K201920202021202220232024$99K$110K
BLS OEWS May 2024 · BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034

Skills & Requirements

Active ListeningCritical ThinkingReading ComprehensionManagement of Personnel ResourcesSpeakingComplex Problem SolvingCoordinationJudgment and Decision MakingActive LearningTime Management
O*NET OnLine · Bureau of Labor Statistics
Mapped SOC Codes
11-9013.00

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Roles with similar work and overlapping career paths

midFarm Operations Manager$88KmidFarm Manager$88KmidPerennial House Manager$88KmidPoultry Hatchery Manager$88KmidSow Farm Manager$74KmidShellfish Manager$88K
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Common questions about what it's like to be a Farm Operations Coordinator

What does a Farm Operations Coordinator do?

The agricultural operations organizer — coordinating farm activities, schedules, and logistics to support production.

How much does a Farm Operations Coordinator make?

Median pay for a Farm Operations Coordinator is about $88K nationally, with the field ranging roughly from $52K to $157K depending on experience, employer, and metro (BLS).

What skills does a Farm Operations Coordinator need?

Core skills for this role include Active Listening, Critical Thinking, Reading Comprehension, Management of Personnel Resources, and Speaking.

Is a Farm Operations Coordinator in demand?

Employment in this field is projected to decline about 1.3% through 2034, with roughly 5,910 people working in it today (BLS).

What jobs are similar to a Farm Operations Coordinator?

Closely related roles include Farm Operations Manager, Farm Manager, and Perennial House Manager.

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Federal data: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2024) · BLS Employment Projections · O*NET OnLine
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