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<p align=center style='text-align:center'><strong><b><font size=3 face=Arial><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>MDA Information Systems, Inc. is
seeking a</span></font></b></strong><font face=Arial><span style='font-family:
Arial'> <strong><b><font face=Arial><span style='font-family:Arial'>Manager,
Agricultural Risk Mitigation Services</span></font></b></strong></span></font><o:p></o:p></p>
<p><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>MDA
Information Systems, Inc., one of the largest weather and environmental
information services firms in the <st1:country-region w:st="on"><st1:place
w:st="on">US</st1:place></st1:country-region>, seeks a highly-motivated
individual to join a new unit dedicated to serving the risk-management needs of
clients in the agribusiness sector. The role requires both technical skills and
a talent for sales.</span></font><o:p></o:p></p>
<p><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Working
in conjunction with the VP of Weather Services and the Director of Risk
Management Services, the <strong><b><font face=Arial><span style='font-family:
Arial'>Manager, Agricultural Risk Mitigation Services </span></font></b></strong>will
lead the firm’s efforts to market an existing suite of agricultural
forecasting and analytic products. The <strong><b><font face=Arial><span
style='font-family:Arial'>Manager, Agricultural Risk Mitigation Services </span></font></b></strong>will
also assist in identifying opportunities to extend the company’s reach
into new areas of agricultural risk management and decision support services.
Depending on the skills of the individual hired, the position may include a
substantive role in product development.</span></font><o:p></o:p></p>
<p><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p><strong><b><u><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:12.0pt;
font-family:Arial'>Essential Job Functions</span></font></u></b></strong><u><o:p></o:p></u></p>
<ul type=disc>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1'><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Facilitate revenue growth by marketing an
existing suite of agricultural risk management and decision support
products including CROPCAST, the firm’s flagship agricultural
offering. </span></font><o:p></o:p></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1'><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Serve clients by providing credible telephone
consultations and seminar presentations, and by resolving client issues
via prompt and effective customer service.</span></font><o:p></o:p></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1'><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Help to build the agricultural risk services
unit through various methods, such as networking with clients, potential
customers, teaming strategic partners, consultants, and leaders within the
agricultural community, in order to improve existing products, facilitate
new business and product development, and ensure client retention.</span></font><o:p></o:p></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1'><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>The position requires approximately 15% travel,
including outreach to current and prospective clients. </span></font><o:p></o:p></li>
</ul>
<p><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial'> </span></font><o:p></o:p></p>
<p><strong><b><u><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:12.0pt;
font-family:Arial'>Required Qualifications</span></font></u></b></strong><u><o:p></o:p></u></p>
<ul type=disc>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Master’s degree or higher in
Agricultural/Applied Economics, Applied Statistics, Agronomy, Meteorology,
or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and
experience.</span></font><o:p></o:p></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Thorough knowledge of agricultural risk
management tools and practices, including the USDA crop insurance
programs. </span></font><o:p></o:p></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Business acumen and relationships in the crop
insurance industry.</span></font><o:p></o:p></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Ability to work independently in a fast-paced
environment while meeting client-driven deadlines.</span></font><o:p></o:p></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
to colleagues and clients, and to be responsive to inquiries or
complaints.</span></font><o:p></o:p></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Experience managing relationships with clients
and cultivating new business opportunities.</span></font><o:p></o:p></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Ability to conceptualize new products and
methods that meet real client needs.</span></font><o:p></o:p></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>U.S. Citizenship and eligibility for <st1:country-region
w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">US</st1:place></st1:country-region>
security clearance are required.</span></font><o:p></o:p></li>
</ul>
<p><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial'> </span></font><o:p></o:p></p>
<p><strong><b><u><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:12.0pt;
font-family:Arial'>Preferred Qualifications</span></font></u></b></strong><strong><b><font
face=Arial><span style='font-family:Arial'> </span></font></b></strong><u><font
face=Arial><span style='font-family:Arial'>(Not strictly essential, but would
be viewed very favorably):</span></font></u><o:p></o:p></p>
<ul type=disc>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
mso-list:l1 level1 lfo3'><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Knowledge of weather risk management tools for
agriculture.</span></font><o:p></o:p></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
mso-list:l1 level1 lfo3'><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Experience with the process of developing and
launching new products.</span></font><o:p></o:p></li>
</ul>
<p><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>
</span></font><o:p></o:p></p>
<p><strong><b><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:
Arial'>The Company:</span></font></b></strong><font face=Arial><span
style='font-family:Arial'> MDA Information Systems, Inc. is a major supplier of
weather information and geospatial intelligence. The firm serves a diverse
client base including commercial and governmental organizations in agriculture,
energy, defense, and civilian government. MDA Information Systems, Inc.
offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental,
life, and short/long-term disability insurance, vacation and sick leave, 401(k)
retirement plan, Flexible Spending Account and tuition assistance. MDA
Information Systems, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</span></font><o:p></o:p></p>
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12.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><b><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:12.0pt;
font-family:Arial;font-weight:bold'>Location: </span></font></b><st1:place
w:st="on"><st1:City w:st="on"><font face=Arial><span style='font-family:Arial'>Rockville</span></font></st1:City><font
face=Arial><span style='font-family:Arial'>, <st1:State w:st="on">Maryland</st1:State>
<st1:PostalCode w:st="on">20852</st1:PostalCode></span></font></st1:place><o:p></o:p></p>
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font-family:Arial'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><b><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:12.0pt;
font-family:Arial;font-weight:bold'>Apply Here: </span></font></b><font
face=Arial><span style='font-family:Arial'><a
href="http://www.apply-for-job.net/c/jobclick.cfm?site=8643&job=5673390">http://www.apply-for-job.net/c/jobclick.cfm?site=8643&job=5673390</a><o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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