About Us
Capital Farm Credit is the largest rural lending cooperative in Texas, serving 192 counties through nearly 70 credit offices. With over $12 billion in assets and more than 600 team members, we provide essential financial services to farmers, ranchers, rural homeowners, and agribusinesses. As part of the nationwide Farm Credit System, we are dedicated to supporting rural communities and agriculture.

Why Join Us?
We seek motivated individuals who share our core values: commitment, trust, value, and family-like respect. As a customer-owned cooperative, we align employee success with member success, offering competitive pay, growth opportunities, and a supportive environment.

Our Benefits:

Incentive Program: Company-wide, goals-based rewards.
Accrued Time Off: Earn 13 days of annual leave and 15 days of sick leave per year, plus enjoy 10-12 paid holidays annually.
Retirement: 401(k) with up to 9% employer contribution/match.
Health Coverage: Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans.
Parental Leave: 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
Life & Disability Insurance: Employer-paid coverage.
Education & Wellness: Tuition reimbursement and up to $400 for wellness expenses.

At Capital Farm Credit, you’ll find more than a job—you’ll find purpose.

LOCATION

This position may be located in College Station, Austin, Round Rock, or San Antonio, Texas.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Human Resources, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
Five to seven years of progressively responsible experience in compensation, finance, human resources, or a highly analytical role.
Advanced knowledge of compensation principles and practices, including market pricing, job evaluation, salary structures, internal equity analysis, salary administration, and incentive compensation programs.
Demonstrated experience independently conducting complex compensation analyses and developing recommendations for management.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are required, including the ability to develop financial models, perform scenario-based analysis, and analyze large and complex data sets.
Experience developing dashboards and data visualization using Power BI or similar tools is strongly preferred.
Experience supporting labor budgeting, workforce planning, and workforce cost analysis is preferred.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, consulting, and communication skills with the ability to translate complex compensation and workforce data into clear, actionable recommendations for HR and business leaders.
Experience working with HRIS platforms, compensation management systems, and budgeting or financial planning systems is strongly valued.
Professional certification such as Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP is preferred.

JOB SUMMARY

The Senior Compensation Analyst serves as an advanced individual contributor responsible for leading complex compensation analyses, projects, and assigned components of the Association’s compensation programs.
This position applies advanced compensation expertise, financial analysis, and workforce analytics to evaluate compensation practices, identify issues and opportunities, and develop recommendations that support competitive, equitable, and financially responsible compensation decisions.
The Senior Compensation Analyst partners closely with Human Resources, Finance, and business leaders and serves as a trusted compensation advisor on market pricing, job evaluation, internal equity, salary administration, incentive compensation, workforce costs, and other complex compensation matters.
The position leads assigned compensation initiatives, develops analytical models and dashboards, evaluates alternative solutions, and translates complex data into actionable insights and recommendations for management and executive leadership.
The role operates with a high degree of independence and professional judgement while ensuring compensation programs and decisions remain aligned with the Association’s compensation philosophy, governance practices, workforce objectives, and financial considerations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Lead complex market pricing and job evaluation analyses for new, revised, and existing positions using approved compensation survey sources, organizational information, job requirements, and market data. Develop recommendations regarding job level, market positioning, and compensation.
Lead internal equity, pay compression, and market competitiveness analyses, identifying significant trends, risks, and issues and recommending appropriate actions based on market data, internal equity, organizational considerations, and financial impact.
Lead assigned components of annual compensation planning and year-end compensation processes, including merit planning, promotional increase analysis, salary structure maintenance, compensation budgeting, data validation, and related analysis.
Provide advanced analysis and recommendations for new hires, promotions, transfers, retention considerations, organizational changes, and other employee compensation actions, applying established compensation philosophy, guidelines, internal equity considerations, and market practices.
Support the administration and analysis of Short-Term Incentive (STI) and Long-Term Incentive (LTI) programs, including modeling, reporting, data validation, and analysis of program outcomes.
Develop financial models and scenario analyses to evaluate the cost and workforce impact of compensation decisions, salary programs, organizational changes, staffing scenarios, and proposed compensation initiatives.
Lead the development and interpretation of compensation and workforce analytics, including turnover, cost per FTE, vacancy impact, headcount, market competitiveness, internal equity, and other workforce trends to support business and workforce decisions.
Build and maintain advanced Power BI dashboards, analytical models, and reporting tools that provide leaders with actionable compensation and workforce insights.
Serve as a senior compensation resource and advisor to Human Resources and business leaders, providing guidance on complex compensation decisions, policies, practices, market considerations, and compensation guidelines.
Lead assigned compensation projects and cross-functional initiatives, including establishing analytical approaches, coordinating stakeholders, evaluating alternatives, developing recommendations, and communicating results.
Partner with Human Resources, Finance, and business leaders on labor budgeting, workforce planning, position management, and workforce cost analysis to support organizational and financial planning.
Prepare and present compensation analyses, recommendations, workforce insights, and supporting materials for HR leadership, executive leadership, and the Compensation Committee, as appropriate.
Participate in compensation surveys and evaluate external market data and compensation trends to identify emerging issues and recommend changes to compensation practices or programs.
Maintain and promote the integrity of compensation and workforce data within HRIS, compensation management, budgeting, and reporting systems.
Support internal and external audits, compliance reviews, and governance activities by validating compensation data, preparing documentation, responding to complex data requests, and identifying potential issues.
Identify and lead process improvements that enhance the efficiency, accuracy, governance, scalability, and effectiveness of compensation and workforce processes.
Support the integration and continuous improvement of HRIS, compensation management, budgeting, and reporting platforms as they relate to compensation and workforce analytics.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as required to support the effective operation of the department and Association.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Advanced knowledge of compensation principles and practices, including market pricing methodologies, job evaluation, salary structures, salary administration, internal equity, pay compression, and compensation program administration.
Strong understanding of compensation governance, policies, and practices and the ability to consistently apply compensation philosophy and guidelines to complex situations.
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate complex data, identify trends and issues, assess alternatives, and develop well-supported recommendations.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, XLOOKUP, Power Query, complex formulas, financial modeling, and scenario analysis.
Experience developing dashboards, analytics, and reporting tools using Power BI or similar data visualization platforms.
Strong financial and business acumen with the ability to evaluate the workforce and financial impact of compensation decisions.
Experience with HRIS, compensation management, budgeting, and workforce reporting systems.
Ability to independently manage complex compensation projects and initiatives involving multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.
Ability to exercise independent judgment when evaluating compensation issues and determining appropriate recommendations within established governance and approval frameworks.
Strong consulting and business partnership skills with the ability to advise and influence HR professionals, managers, and business leaders.
Ability to translate complex compensation and workforce analyses into clear, concise, and actionable recommendations for management and executive audiences.
Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and executive communication skills.
Strong attention to detail with demonstrated commitment to data integrity, confidentiality, governance, and sound judgment.
Ability to identify opportunities for process improvement and develop solutions that enhance compensation program effectiveness, efficiency, and scalability.

DISCLAIMER

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address. For more information, view the EEO - Know Your Rights and Pay Transparency Statement.

Applicants should personally complete and submit their application materials. Submissions generated through automated tools or third-party mass application services may not be reviewed.

Equal Opportunity Statement
Capital Farm Credit is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The position title and requirements may be adjusted based on the candidate's experience and qualifications. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. A full job description is available upon request. Candidates selected for hire will be required to complete a background check, including criminal history, education verification, and employment verification. A credit check will be required for roles that require NMLS registration.

About the company

Capital Farm Credit provides loans and related financial services to farmers, ranchers, rural homeowners, and agribusinesses in Texas, and is the largest rural lender in the state with about 70 offices serving 192 counties and over $7 billion in assets. It offers farm and rural real estate loans, operating lines of credit, and other financing through the Farm Credit System, a cooperative network that serves its members. It differentiates itself by its size in Texas, wide local presence, deep knowledge of rural markets, and a member-focused, values-driven cooperative culture. Its goal is to meet the financing needs of rural America by offering stable, long-term financing through a member-owned cooperative that benefits both members and employees.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Bryan, Texas

Founded

1916

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

March 2026 patronage and $94.5 million allocated equities reinforce member loyalty.
August 27, 2026 CFO appointment restored finance leadership after Sally Lawson's death.
Acquisitions of Ag Crop Insurance and Bennett/Taylor agencies broaden fee income and retention.

What critics are saying

Cotton droughts in West Texas and High Plains drove 2026 crop-insurance claims.
Capital Farm Credit relies on a direct Farm Credit Bank note through September 30, 2026.
Fitch cited weaker earnings trends on December 5, 2025; sustained margin pressure hurts capital generation.

What makes Capital Farm Credit unique

Texas-only Farm Credit franchise spans 192 counties and 24,500 members.
Cooperative structure returned $100.8 million cash patronage in March 2026.
AgriNext and Terrain deepen agronomic and digital value beyond lending.

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Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness Program

Company News

Morning Ag Clips

Sep 15th, 2026

CFC partners with Terrain to deliver expert insights for Texas ag producers.

CFC partners with Terrain to deliver expert insights for Texas ag producers. Customers can access Terrain's reports, presentations and industry outlooks. PUBLISHED ON September 15, 2026 Terrain was created by Farm Credit institutions to support the long-term viability of agriculture and the customers they serve. (Courtesy image) COLLEGE STATION, Texas - Capital Farm Credit has partnered with Terrain to provide customers complimentary access to the team of agricultural economists and industry analysts who deliver timely market intelligence and expert perspectives tailored specifically for ag producers. Agriculture in the modern age can be complicated, from fluctuating commodity markets and rising input costs to labor shortages, weather uncertainty and changing economic conditions. Terrain can help Capital Farm Credit (CFC) members navigate that landscape. Customers have access to Terrain's reports, presentations and industry outlooks that provide valuable insights and knowledge for decisions about risk management, planting, marketing and pricing, long-term planning and more. "At Capital Farm Credit, we're committed to helping our customers succeed not only with financing, but with resources that create lasting value," said CFC President and CEO Jeff Norte. "By partnering with Terrain, we're providing additional value to help producers make informed decisions in an increasingly dynamic environment." Terrain was created by Farm Credit institutions to support the long-term viability of agriculture and the customers they serve. Its mission is to provide actionable information and expert analysis that helps producers understand the trends shaping their businesses and identify opportunities ahead. The Terrain team includes economists and analysts with expertise across a wide range of agricultural sectors, including beef, dairy, grain, specialty crops and the broader rural economy. Their research examines the factors influencing agriculture at the local, national and global levels, helping producers connect market developments to real-world business decisions. Terrain delivers practical insights that producers can use to plan for the future, such as: * Understanding how interest rates affect costs * Evaluating labor availability and workforce trends * Assessing cattle market opportunities * Monitoring demand trends in renewable fuels This new partnership combines CFC's deep knowledge of Texas agriculture with Terrain's broad industry expertise. "The CFC team understands Texas agriculture, local communities and the unique needs of customers, while Terrain understands how what happens across the country, around the world and in other markets impacts a local operation," said Matt Clark, Executive Head of Terrain. "Together, we can help producers move confidently toward what's next." In addition to written reports and market outlooks, Terrain experts will participate in CFC customer events, educational programs, webinars and industry meetings across Texas. This partnership reflects Capital Farm Credit's ongoing commitment to delivering value beyond lending by equipping customers with the knowledge and resources needed to strengthen their operations and make confident decisions. About Terrain Terrain provides its analysis of economic factors, trends and agricultural markets to the customers of AgCountry(R) Farm Credit Services, American AgCredit(R), Capital Farm Credit(R), Farm Credit Services of America(R) and Frontier Farm Credit(R). To view the information that Terrain has to offer, visit terrainag.com. About Capital Farm Credit For more than 100 years, Capital Farm Credit has supported rural communities and agriculture with reliable, consistent credit and financial services that include home, land and agribusiness lending; equipment and facilities leasing, and insurance for crops and livestock. Capital Farm Credit is a proud member of the Farm Credit System with more than 600 employees, serving over 24,500 members and more than $13 billion in loan volume. Since 2006, CFC has returned $3.1 billion in combined cash and allocated equities to its members. Headquartered in College Station, Texas, Capital Farm Credit has offices serving 192 of Texas' 254 counties. For more information about financial services or its cooperative returns program, visit CapitalFarmCredit.com. - Capital Farm Credit

Agriculture Industry Watch

Aug 27th, 2026

Capital Farm Credit announces Javier Lemus as new CFO.

Capital Farm Credit announces Javier Lemus as new CFO. I look forward to working with this incredible team to ensure CFC remains financially sound to continue supporting the success of agriculture and rural communities across Texas." - Javier Lemus, Capital Farm Credit CFO COLLEGE STATION, TX, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 / EINPresswire.com / - Capital Farm Credit 's Interim Chief Financial Officer Javier (Javi) Lemus has been named executive vice president and CFO, effective Sept. 1. Lemus was named interim CFO following the passing of Sally Lawson, who served the Farm Credit System for 16 years. He was selected following a comprehensive search process that included several outstanding candidates. Previously serving as senior vice president and controller, Lemus has over 20 years of financial and accounting experience and is a certified public accountant (CPA), licensed in the state of Texas. "Throughout the process, Javi consistently distinguished himself through his strong financial expertise and deep understanding of the CFO role," said Jeff Norte, CFC president and CEO. "He has excelled in the interim CFO role, providing steady leadership, maintaining continuity during a period of transition, and demonstrating his ability to effectively lead the Finance Division." Lemus said he is excited to continue working with the executive management team and help advance CFC's mission of providing reliable, consistent credit and financial services to rural Texans. "It's an honor to be selected as the next CFO at Capital Farm Credit," Lemus said. "Sally was an exceptional mentor whose guidance, support and trust helped in my professional development. I look forward to working with this incredible team to ensure CFC remains financially sound to continue supporting the success of agriculture and rural communities across Texas." Before joining CFC in 2018, Lemus spent 11 years at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) in the assurance practice where he provided audit services to clients in various industries such as banking, asset management, broker dealers, employee benefit plans and healthcare. He received a bachelor's degree in accounting from the University of Texas at Austin and a master's degree in accounting from Texas State University. He is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the Farm Credit System's Accounting Standards workgroup and the Internal Controls over Financial Reporting workgroup. About Capital Farm Credit For more than 100 years, Capital Farm Credit has supported rural communities and agriculture with reliable, consistent credit and financial services that include home, land and agribusiness lending; equipment and facilities leasing, and insurance for crops and livestock. Capital Farm Credit is a proud member of the Farm Credit System with more than 600 employees, serving over 24,500 members and more than $13 billion in loan volume. Since 2006, CFC has returned $3.1 billion in combined cash and allocated equities to its members. Headquartered in College Station, Texas, Capital Farm Credit has offices serving 192 of Texas' 254 counties. For more information about financial services or its cooperative returns program, visit CapitalFarmCredit.com. Kacee Kirschvink Capital Farm Credit +1 979-822-3018 [email protected] Visit Agriculture Industry Watch on social media: LinkedIn Instagram Facebook YouTube Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content "as is" without warranty of any kind. Agriculture Industry Watch do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.

GlobeNewswire

Apr 24th, 2026

Top technology executives recognized at the 2026 HoustonCIO ORBIE Awards.

Top technology executives recognized at the 2026 HoustonCIO ORBIE Awards. Leading CIOs honored for leadership, innovation, and business impact. HOUSTON, April 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - The 2026 HoustonCIO ORBIE Awards honored leading chief information officers (CIOs) from SLB, ConocoPhillips, Oceaneering, ABM Industries, Expro, Houston Airport System, and Capital Farm Credit for their exceptional leadership. Hosted by HoustonCIO, one of over 50 Inspire Leadership Network chapters, the prestigious award honors CIOs who drive business transformation and industry impact. This exclusive event brought together top executives and industry leaders from Houston. The morning honored excellence in technology leadership across seven award categories at Marriott Marquis Houston. "Behind every technology innovation is a CIO leading the vision and shaping the strategy," said Anthony Dayao, HoustonCIO Chair. "The ORBIE Awards are the ultimate recognition program for the leaders behind the work." Meet the 2026 HoustonCIO ORBIE Award Winners: Sebastien Lehnherr, CIO, SLB, received the Leadership ORBIE. Billy-Joe Lafortune, General Manager, L48 Digital Technologies & Global Strategy, ConocoPhillips, received the Super Global ORBIE for organizations over $7.5 billion annual revenue & multi-national operations. Maria O'Neill, CITO, Oceaneering, received the Global ORBIE for organizations over $2.4 billion annual revenue & multi-national operations. Melanie Kirkwood Ruiz, CIO, ABM Industries, received the Large Enterprise ORBIE for organizations over $5 billion annual revenue. Scott Turner, CIO, Expro, received the Enterprise ORBIE for organizations over $1 billion annual revenue. Darryl Daniel, CTO, Houston Airport System, received the Large Corporate ORBIE for organizations over $500 million annual revenue. Joseph Paulraj, CDO, Capital Farm Credit, received the Corporate ORBIE for organizations up to $500 million annual revenue. About the ORBIE: The ORBIE is the preeminent executive recognition for C-suite leaders. Since 1998, the ORBIE Awards have recognized leadership excellence, building relationships between executives and trusted business partners, and inspiring the next generation of leaders. Finalists and winners are selected through an independent peer-adjudicated process led by prior ORBIE recipients based on the following criteria: * Leadership and management effectiveness * Business value created by technology innovation * Engagement in industry and community endeavors HoustonCIO ORBIE Keynote & Attendance: The keynote address for the HoustonCIO ORBIE Awards was delivered by Sebastien Lehnherr, CIO, SLB, who was interviewed by Al Lindseth, Principal, CI50 Advisory Services. Over 350 guests attended, representing leading Houston organizations and their technology partners. The following partners made the 2026 HoustonCIO ORBIE Awards possible: * Underwriters: Allata, BlueSky IT Partners powered by Bridgepointe Technologies, CG Infinity, Comcast Business, and Google Cloud * Gold Partners: Andersen, Nutanix, Rimini Street, Rite Software * Silver Partners: Cerebra, Cloudflare, Island, Cognizant, Palo Alto Networks, and Tata Consultancy Services * Bronze Partners: Authority Partners, Between Pixels, Breeadam, Cisco, HCL Tech, QADworks, Quinnox, Sbase Technologies Inc., Wei, and Wipro * Media Partner: Houston Business Journal About HoustonCIO: HoustonCIO is the preeminent peer leadership network of chief information officers (CIOs) in Houston. As one of over 50 chapters of the Inspire Leadership Network, HoustonCIO belongs to a national membership organization exclusively comprised of C-suite leaders from public and private businesses, government, education, healthcare, and nonprofit institutions. HoustonCIO led by a CIO Advisory Board, with support from an executive director and staff. Underwriter executives support the chapter and ensure the programs remain non-commercial and exclusive to qualified CIOs and members. About Inspire Leadership Network: Inspire Leadership Network is the preeminent peer leadership network of C-suite executives. With over 2,000 members across over 50 chapters, Inspire members serve public and private businesses, government, education, healthcare, and non-profit institutions. Inspire exists to help leaders thrive in today's most challenging executive roles. Media Contact Nicole Lammes [email protected]

Associated Press

Apr 22nd, 2026

Capital Farm Credit acquires Ag Crop Insurance Agency

College Station, Texas, April 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In an effort to provide the best risk protection for ag producers in the High Plains region of Texas, Capital Farm Credit has acquired Ag Crop Insurance Agency.

Royal Media

Mar 27th, 2026

Techwave, Capital Farm Credit launch digital ag finance platform.

Techwave, Capital Farm Credit launch digital ag finance platform. Capital Farm Credit manages over $13B in loan volume. Reading Time: 2 mins read Techwave and Capital Farm Credit are partnering to launch AgriNext platform for agricultural lending Technology provider Techwave announced the strategic collaboration to deploy the AgriNext platform across the North American agricultural lending market in a release today. Under the agreement, Techwave serves as the exclusive go-to-market partner, combining its digital transformation capabilities with Capital Farm Credit's agricultural finance expertise to enhance lender and borrower engagement. AgriNext is a next-generation customer engagement platform designed to streamline agricultural lending, according to Techwave. The platform enables loan applications, portfolio management, document collaboration and real-time customer insights within a unified digital environment. Built with compliance and integration in mind, AgriNext features a plug-and-play architecture that allows agricultural lenders to connect with existing systems while maintaining audit-ready processes, according to the release. The partnership focuses on modernizing the agricultural lending ecosystem by improving transparency, operational efficiency and customer experience, according to the release. The platform helps lenders strengthen relationships with farmers, ranchers and landowners while accelerating digital transformation strategies. Techwave positions itself as a global digital transformation provider specializing in AI, cloud and data-driven solutions. Capital Farm Credit, a member of the U.S. Farm Credit System, supports more than 24,500 customers and manages over $13 billion in loan volume. The fourth annual Equipment Finance Connect, a crucial industry event for equipment lenders and dealers, takes place at the C. Baldwin Hotel in Houston from May 18-19. Learn more about the event and register here by April 3 for early-bird savings.

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