The seasonal and permanent career opportunities listed below have been provided to us from the employers listed with the job descriptions. Please read the information carefully, and make note of the application procedures and deadlines. Inquires should be made directly to the employers as noted - either via email or telephone.
Current Openings
Permanent
Develops, plans, coordinates and presents environmental education programs in Sac County for schools, youth and adult groups and the general public; develops written, audiovisual and display materials for programming and the Conservation Center.
Salary: $47,000- $51,000 DOQ
Full time Naturalist position with Pocahontas County Conservation. Naturalist will plan, develop, coordinate and present environmental education programs for schools, youth and adult groups and the general public
Salary: $49,816 - $53,872 DOQ
Do you want to live only 20 miles from the Iowa Great Lakes? The Emmet County Conservation Board looking is looking to hire a full-time Naturalist. The Nature Center offices are located in Wallingford, Iowa at our newly renovated Nature and Prairie Center buildings.
Salary: $41,600 - $47,840
Always wanted to work in the Driftless Area? Now's your chance! The Allamakee County Conservation Board is looking to hire a full time permanent Office Manager/ Assistant Naturalist to join the crew and work out of the Driftless Area Education Center in Lansing Iowa.
Salary: Based on qualifications, full county benefits, IPERS
Under direction of the District Park Ranger, assists in the overall management of a large-sized County Park district. Knows the County's Customer-Centered Culture principles, the County's Mission, Strategic Plan and Core Values and demonstrates a commitment to customer satisfaction for all customers on a regular basis.
Salary: $62,857.60 Annually
This position performs related technical duties associated with the Story County Conservation Integrated Roadside Vegetation Management (IRVM) program and drainage district management.
Salary: $51,668.52- $74,831.42 Annually
Plan, develop, coordinate and present environmental education and interpretive programs for schools, youth and adult groups, and the general public; develop related written, audiovisual and display materials.
Salary: $48,000 to $60,000
The opportunity of a lifetime! The Harrison County Conservation Board (HCCB) is seeking applicants for its Executive Director. Join our team of dedicated professionals to continue providing the best outdoor recreational opportunities to the citizens of Harrison County and the region. Located in the heart of the Loess Hills and home to the new Willow Lake Nature Center.
Salary: $72,000 - $75,000 DOQ with standard county benefits.
Seasonal
Tama County Conservation is looking to hire several Conservation Aides looking to gain experience in a variety of Conservation activities. This position will generally be under the supervision of the Park Officer and Conservation Technician to conduct various campground and wildlife area improvement and maintenance efforts, and may work alongside the Naturalist and Director on various specialized projects.
Salary: $15 per hour
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Work with the IRM department utilizing native vegetation along with appropriate techniques to produce a cost-effective, environmentally-sound management alternative for roadside weed and erosion control.
Salary: $18-22/hour
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Join the Ida County Conservation team to help your public parks continue looking great this summer! Start date is July 1st, with a very flexible work schedule. Work 16-24 hours per week, depending on the workload.
Salary: $15/hour
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Work with Benton County Conservation in a variety of locations, summer of 2024! Best gig around.
Salary: 12-14/hour
Deadline: Open Until Filled
The Campground Host is a seasonal person who provides services in the management of public campgrounds during the primary camping season (mid-April to mid-September). The Host’s main goal will be to register campers, collect fees, and ensure that each park visitor has an enjoyable experience. Campground Hosts serve as the first source of park information and therefore must be well informed about their area, professional, and able to communicate effectively with the public
Salary: $130/week worked during 2024 campground season + a seasonal camping spot on-site
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Cass County Conservation Board is seeking an AmeriCorps Environmental Educator/Naturalist- Located in Lewis, IA. 1- 450 Hour AmeriCorps Member
You will gain great hands on and leadership experience with this position as you develop and present programs focused towards youth and the public for CCCB. Desire to engage with children and the public, excellent communication skills, computer literate, and public speaking is a must.
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Mitchell County Conservation Board is accepting applications for seasonal conservation workers.
Salary: $13-$15
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Ringgold County Conservation is seeking a motivated applicant for a seasonal conservation technician position.
Salary: $14-17.50/ hour
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Assist with all aspects of development and maintenance of county wildlife areas, parks, trails and campgrounds. Including routine area and facility maintenance (mowing, trash removal, restroom cleaning), ecological management of a variety of habitats, tree/shrub removal and planting, and minor construction projects
Salary: $15-$18 per hour DOE
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Great conservation experience while having fun outdoors! This position is great for anyone wanting/thinking about going into the conservation field.
Salary: $11.00
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Calhoun County Conservation is seeking a Campground Host for the 2024 season at Featherstone Memorial Park. A free lake side camping spot is given as well as a monthly stipend and a possible bonus at the end of the camping season.
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Montgomery County Conservation is hiring a seasonal aide to help maintain parks and assist management practices in our wildlife areas. Our seasonal aide duties include campground maintenance, mowing & trail grooming, invasive removal, assisting with prescribed burns, assisting with education programs as needed, and more.
Salary: Experience-based
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Polk County Conservation is developing a list of interested persons you would want to be a Campground Host in one of our excellent parks in Polk County. If you would like to be considered for the upcoming camping seasons, please apply.
Salary: $20-$30 Daily, Free Camping Site
Deadline: Open Until Filled
