Implementation Specialist

Are you looking for a new opportunity where you can design impactful solutions, collaborate across departments, and help drive innovation in agriculture and rural communities?

Overview:

Horizon Farm Credit is seeking an experienced Implementations Specialist to join our Project Management team. Qualified candidate may work in any available Horizon Farm Credit branch. To view locations, click here Locations | Horizon Farm Credit.

The hours of operations are typically Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule after 6 months of successful employment. This role sits at the intersection of business and technology, shaping solutions that drive efficiency, scalability, and innovation across agriculture and rural communities.

Position Description

As an Implementations Specialist, you serve as the link between business stakeholders and the project management office. You translate business needs into clear, actionable requirements and validate that solutions meet objectives. You collaborate with Project Managers to integrate requirements into project plans, support milestone tracking, and maintain communication throughout delivery and testing. You also partner with business owners to build business cases, evaluate solution options, and bridge technical and business teams for successful implementation and support informed decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Shape technology direction by leading solution design and delivery, translating business needs into system requirements, and guiding implementation while influencing standards and best practices across projects.

Manage the full Software Implementation Lifecycle: requirements, design, configuration, testing, deployment, and training.

Research and recommend emerging technologies that balance efficiency and risk.

Collaborate with stakeholders to document requirements and capabilities.

Partner with vendor management to evaluate and procure software solutions.

Ensure proper configuration, document architecture/data flows, and oversee testing.

Collaborate with Business Owners to elicit needs, translate them into clear requirements, and validate that solutions align with business objectives.

Partner with Project Managers to ensure requirements are integrated into the project plan, support milestone tracking, and maintain communication across delivery and testing phases.

Bridge Business and Technical Teams by sourcing and evaluating solutions, building the business case, and facilitating collaboration for successful implementation.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Business Administration, Finance, IT, or related field.

Generally, minimum of five years of experience implementing software solutions.

Requirements

Strong skills in capability mapping and requirements analysis.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills across all levels of the organization.

Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Ability to adapt to a changing work environment and work independently.

Regular, predictable, and reliable attendance required.

Ability to lift up to 15 pounds and sit for prolonged periods.

Who We Are

Horizon Farm Credit is an expert in agriculture, with over 100 years of serving rural America. As a premier rural lender, we’re constantly growing and seeking new members for our team. Joining Horizon means making a difference in agriculture and rural communities while working in a supportive, innovative environment.

What We Offer

We provide competitive compensation and benefits packages for full-time employees, including:

Medical insurance with dental and vision care options

401(k) with significant employer matching

Paid time off, holidays, and volunteer time

Tuition reimbursement and training opportunities

Student loan reimbursement

Leadership and career development opportunities

Paid maternity and bonding leave

Paid short-term disability

Fun and inclusive work environment

Salary Range: $77,200 – $95,000, depending on experience.