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Permanent Jobs
Fayette County - Environmental Education Coordinator - Elgin, IA
Posted 03/30/2026
Join our team to share and interpret all that Fayette County has to offer.
Salary: $50,000-$53,000 Deadline: 04/20/2026
Clayton County - Interpretive Naturalist 1 - Elkader, IA
Posted 03/23/2026
Full Job Description and application can be found on our county website https://claytoncountyia.gov/Jobs.aspx?JobID=82
Salary: 45,000-55,000 Deadline: 04/06/2026
Boone County - Naturalist - Ogden, IA
Posted 03/19/2026
A full-time position, under the direction of the Executive Director, who organizes, develops and coordinates the public information and environmental education programs on natural resource conservation, outdoor recreation, and conservation education for the Boone County Conservation Board and performs work as required. Basic workweek is 40 hours.
Salary: $42,000-$47,000 Deadline: Open Until Filled
Dickinson County - Regional Collection Center Manager - Milford, IA
Posted 03/18/2026
Join the Dickinson County Conservation Board team and make a real impact at the Regional Collection Center. Help keep valuable materials out of the landfill through recycling and sustainable reuse practices. Turn conservation into a career and be part of a mission that benefits your community every day.
Salary: $62,000 - $67,000 DOE Deadline: Open Until Filled
Winneshiek County - Education and Outreach Coordinator - Fort Atkinson, IA
Posted 03/18/2026
Step into our award-winning environmental education program in beautiful Winneshiek County. Northeast Iowa and the karst topography of the Driftless Region have much to offer – why vacation here when you can live and work here!
Salary: $52,767.34 with county benefits depending upon experience Deadline: 04/06/2026
Clay County - Naturalist - Spencer, IA
Posted 03/18/2026
Join our team as a full-time naturalist. Develop and present environmental education and interpretive programs. Headquartered at the new 6,000 sq. ft. Oneota Environmental Learning Center on the campus of Oneota Park in Spencer, Iowa.
Salary: $40,500 to $55,000, depending upon qualifications and experience plus standard county benefits. Deadline: Open Until Filled
Wright County - Park Ranger - Clarion, IA
Posted 03/17/2026
Wright County Conservation is hiring for the position of Park Ranger. This is a full time law enforcement position with other duties including habitat management.
Salary: Starting pay: $27.25-$32.46 hourly depending on qualifications, with a built-in step program. Deadline: Open Until Filled
Iowa County - Full Time Office Assistant - Ladora, IA
Posted 03/12/2026
Provides business, office and clerical assistance, reception/visitor assistance, record keeping, staff assistance, web page editing and maintenance, processing of facility reservations, newsletter editor, work with volunteers, general office.
Salary: starting wage is $20 hourly Deadline: Open Until Filled
Iowa County - Ranger-Park Technician - Ladora, IA
Posted 03/12/2026
The Iowa County Conservation Board is seeking a motivated and resourceful individual for a full-time, permanent Ranger-Park Technician position. This Ranger-Park Technician position is responsible for park operations, maintenance and safety of park visitors, wildlife, and facilities. This position also helps provide campers and park users with a positive experience while visiting Iowa County parks.
Salary: $45,000-$51,970/year DOE Deadline: Open Until Filled
Floyd County - Natural Resource Manager - Rockford, IA
Posted 03/09/2026
Natural Resource Manager position open
Salary: $47,000-$57,000 Deadline: 04/24/2026
Hamilton County - Park Ranger - Webster City, IA
Posted 03/03/2026
Come join our team in Hamilton County. Seeking a high qualified individual to work as a Park Ranger for Briggs Woods Park near Webster City. This park has many natural attractions and amenities.
Salary: $50,000 / Year Deadline: Open Until Filled
Woodbury County - Assistant Resource Manager - Little Sioux Park - Correctionville, IA
Posted 01/16/2026
One full-time hourly, FLSA non-exempt position, projected to start as soon as possible. Position works with the Resource Manager. The position will be involved with all aspects of park and wildlife area management and maintenance, law enforcement, supervision of personnel, and interaction with the public. County Application Form & Resume required.
Salary: Range: $57,528 - $67,697 Annually plus benefits Deadline: Open Until Filled
Seasonal Jobs
Story County - Conservation Aide - Ames, IA
Posted 04/01/2026
Three month position which performs manual work assisting with the maintenance and enhancement of conservation properties, such as natural areas, parks, campgrounds, and trails, and related work as assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Operations Supervisor.
Salary: $16/hr Deadline: Open Until Filled
Johnson County - Summer Assoc. Marketing, Education, & Outreach - Oxford, IA
Posted 03/30/2026
Johnson County Conservation provides no-cost education programs to thousands each year through immersive field trips, public events, festivals, summer camps, wilderness treks, and community partnerships. Join this dynamic team and help us expand our programing and continue to enhance our program outreach!
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Sac County - Summer Conservation Aide - Sac City, IA
Posted 03/30/2026
Here is your opportunity to gain great, outdoor conservation work experience while enjoying all that Sac County has to offer.
Salary: $15 to $16 per hour DOE Deadline: Open Until Filled
Butler County - Summer Assistant Naturalist - Clarksville, IA
Posted 03/23/2026
The summer assistant naturalist will assist the Butler County Naturalist with developing, planning, organizing and presenting environmental education and outdoor recreation programs. They will also help with special events for the public, schools and other community groups. The seasonal assistant will work the equivalent of a full-time assignment on a flexible weekly schedule.
Salary: $12.00 - $15.00 Deadline: Open Until Filled
Buena Vista County - SEASONAL PARK TECHNICIAN (Multiple) - Peterson/Storm Lake, Iowa, IA
Posted 03/18/2026
Assist with all aspects of development and maintenance of county wildlife areas, parks, trails and campgrounds. Including routine area and facility maintenance, ecological management of a variety of habitats, and minor construction projects. !Housing may be provided dependent on department needs!
Salary: $15-$18 per hour DOE Deadline: 04/03/2026
Jackson County - Summer Naturalist - Maquoketa, IA
Posted 03/17/2026
Work in the Environmental Education field this summer!
Salary: $14.00 per hour Deadline: Open Until Filled
Tama County - Seasonal Conservation Aide - Toledo, IA
Posted 03/11/2026
Tama County Conservation is accepting applications to hire several Conservation Aides for the 2026 Season to gain experience in a variety of Conservation activities. This position will generally be under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor and Park Officer to conduct various campground and wildlife area improvements and maintenance efforts, and may work alongside the Naturalist and Director on various specialized projects.
Salary: Starting at $15/hr, based on experience Deadline: 04/15/2026
Boone County - Seasonal Conservation Aide - Ogden, IA
Posted 03/10/2026
Spend your summer in our parks!
Salary: $15/hr Deadline: 04/10/2026
Boone County - Seasonal Golf Course Aide - Ogden, IA
Posted 03/10/2026
Part-time seasonal position for golf lovers!
Salary: $15/hr Deadline: 04/10/2026
Boone County - Seasonal Golf Course Aide - Ogden, IA
Posted 03/10/2026
We hope to see you on our greens!
Salary: $17/hr Deadline: 04/10/2026
Boone County - Seasonal Conservation Aide - Madrid, IA
Posted 03/10/2026
Spend your summer in our parks!
Salary: $15/hr Deadline: 04/10/2026
Clinton County - Campground Host - Calamus, IA
Posted 03/09/2026
Campground Host needed for Sherman Park Campground for the 2026 camping season. Host is provided with a full hookup campsite for the season and $750 payable at the end of the season.
Salary: $750 stipend Deadline: Open Until Filled
Jones County - Summer Naturalist Intern - Center Junction, IA
Posted 03/09/2026
Assist with Environmental Education Programming and Staffing at the Central Park Nature Center
Salary: 16.32/hour Deadline: Open Until Filled
Story County - Park Ranger Aide - countywide, IA
Posted 03/09/2026
One position is available for the summer of 2026. The position offers opportunities in park patrol, rule enforcement, interaction with park visitors and general park maintenance and operations. The position will start May 18, 2026, and end approximately September 7, 2026. Accommodations may be made for school schedules.
Salary: $16.00/hour Deadline: 04/04/2026
Cherokee County - Seasonal Range Technician - Cherokee, IA
Posted 03/05/2026
Enjoy working at the Licklider Shooting Complex in Cherokee County! This flexible 15-20 hour/week position runs from August-November and mostly involves routine park maintenance and providing customer service while spending time outdoors.
Salary: $15-$16 per hour Deadline: 06/12/2026
Cass County - Seasonal Conservation Aide - Lewis, IA
Posted 03/02/2026
Cass County is seeking a seasonal conservation aide to assist in daily operations and maintenance of county parks and wildlife areas.
Salary: $15/hr starting Deadline: 05/01/2026
Osceola County - Seasonal Conservation Technician - Ocheyedan, IA
Posted 02/27/2026
A seasonal position learning valuable skills in the field of conservation
Salary: $14-$16/hour DOE Deadline: 04/13/2026
Winnebago County - Campground Host - Thorpe Park - Forest City, IA
Posted 02/25/2026
Enjoy a summer of free camping plus a monthly stipend at the peaceful Lake Cathrine Campground at Thorpe Park. The host site will have full hookup.
Salary: $350/month plus free camping Deadline: Open Until Filled
Winnebago County - Natural Resource Technician Seasonal Internship - Forest City, IA
Posted 02/25/2026
Opportunity to gain valuable experience working on over 3,600 acres of wildlife habitat, campgrounds, trails, and shooting ranges in north central Iowa.
Salary: $14.50 - $16.50 Deadline: Open Until Filled
Marion County - Summer Conservation Aide - Knoxville / Otley, IA
Posted 02/25/2026
Marion County Conservation Department is accepting applications for Conservation Aide positions. These positions will assist with general park maintenance. One position at Marion County Park in Knoxville. One position at Cordova Park in Otley. One position at Roberts Creek One position to assist a ranger and maintenance tech.
Salary: $15.10 - $15.48 Per Hour Deadline: Open Until Filled
Dickinson County - Nature Center Aide - Okoboji, IA
Posted 02/24/2026
Come work in the vacation area of the Iowa Great Lakes. Provide Kenue Park (Nature Center) support for Dickinson County Conservation. This is a great opportunity to gain experience in many different aspects of County Conservation!
Salary: $18 hr Deadline: Open Until Filled
Jasper County - Seasonal Park Technician - NEWTON, IA
Posted 02/20/2026
Jasper County Conservation is hiring a seasonal park technician for the summer of 2006.
Salary: $15.75/hr Deadline: 04/03/2026
Adair County - Seasonal Conservation Aide - Greenfield, IA
Posted 02/19/2026
Maintain parks and wildlife areas in Adair County from May-September.
Salary: $15 Deadline: Open Until Filled
Linn County - Parks Seasonal - CEDAR RAPIDS, IA
Posted 02/19/2026
Positions are available in a variety of locations throughout the county
Salary: $15-16.50 Deadline: 04/30/2026
Crawford County - Seasonal Park and Nature Center Attendants - Denison, IA
Posted 02/19/2026
We have several seasonal job openings at Nelson Park, Yellow Smoke Park, and the Nature Center. Work dates are approximately mid-May through Labor Day, up to $15/hr, 40 hr/wk. Varies between day shifts and evening shifts, weekend and holiday work required.
Salary: Up to $15/hr Deadline: Open Until Filled
Hancock County - Park Maintenance Lawn Care - Ganer , IA
Posted 02/10/2026
Duties include operating commercial lawn mower and general maintenance in parks. Approximately 25 hours per week. Starting wage $11.00-14./hour based on experience.
Salary: $11-14/hr Deadline: Open Until Filled
Cherokee County - Seasonal Park Technician - Cherokee, IA
Posted 02/10/2026
Spend your summer working in Cherokee County! This flexible 40 hour/week position from May-September mostly involves routine maintenance of parks and natural areas while spending time outdoors.
Salary: $15-$16 per hour Deadline: Open Until Filled
Hancock County - Campground Host - Crystal Lake/ Goodell, IA
Posted 02/10/2026
HCCB is now accepting applications for Campground Hosts. Campground locations are Crystal Lake Park and Eldred Sherwood Park. If you are selected as a Campground Host, you will receive free camping and paid $1200 for the camping season
Salary: $1200 for the season Deadline: Open Until Filled
Fayette County - Summer Seasonal - Elgin, IA
Posted 02/06/2026
Join the Fayette County Conservation team this summer! Get experience in the conservation field and work outside!
Salary: $13.00-14.00 per hour Deadline: Open Until Filled
Iowa County - Seasonal Conservation Aide - Ladora, IA
Posted 02/05/2026
Under general supervision of the Director & Rangers, assists in the development and maintenance of Iowa County Conservation Board (ICCB) wildlife areas, campground, equipment, and facilities.
Salary: $13/hr Deadline: 04/30/2026
Carroll County - Naturalist Intern - Carroll, IA
Posted 02/04/2026
The Carroll County Conservation Board is seeking an energetic person to fill a Naturalist Internship position. Learn what being a Naturalist is all about and spend your day developing and presenting programs to teach kids and adults what the outdoor world has to offer.
Salary: $15.50/hr Deadline: Open Until Filled
Allamakee County - Summer Seasonal Technician - Lansing, IA
Posted 02/04/2026
Spend the summer outside in beautiful Northeast Iowa! The Allamakee County Conservation board is seeking candidates to fill several Summer Seasonal Technician positions to help manage over 25 parks and natural areas in Allamakee County.
Salary: $14.00/hr Deadline: 04/03/2026
Mahaska County - Summer Conservation Technician - Oskaloosa , IA
Posted 01/27/2026
Looking for a meaningful summer job? Join Mahaska County Conservation as a Summer Conservation Technician and gain real-world experience in park maintenance, visitor services, and natural resource management—all while working outdoors.
Salary: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour (depending on experience). Deadline: Open Until Filled
Buchanan County - Seasonal Naturalist Intern - Hazleton, IA
Posted 01/24/2026
Be a part of an award-winning education program! Use your talent and skills to impact public understanding and attitudes about nature and the environment! Assist professional Naturalists with planning and implementing nature interpretation, outdoor recreation and environmental education programs and media for a wide range of audiences. Seasonal position runs from April or May through August or September 2026.
Salary: $15.00 to $15.50/hour Deadline: 04/15/2026
Buchanan County - Seasonal Conservation Technician Internship - Hazleton, IA
Posted 01/24/2026
Be a part of an award-winning conservation program! This position will perform habitat improvement and maintenance duties, conservation plantings; assisting with controlled burns; mowing, trail maintenance, and caring for animals in a live animal display. Position begins in April 2026 or as soon as possible in May and will continue to August or September 2026. 40 hours/week, with some weekends and evenings.
Salary: $15.00 to $15.50/hour Deadline: 04/15/2026
Marshall County - Vegetation Management Aide - Marshalltown, IA
Posted 01/23/2026
Marshall County Conservation is hiring a Vegetation Management Aide! Help with planting native vegetation, managing invasive species, and maintaining natural areas. Work outdoors in a supportive, team-focused environment. Great hands-on experience for those interested in conservation.
Salary: $17.25 Deadline: Open Until Filled
Jackson County - Summer Conservation Worker - Bellevue, IA
Posted 01/14/2026
Help maintain Jackson County Parks this summer!
Salary: $14.00 per hour Deadline: Open Until Filled
Woodbury County - Summer Ranger (Up to 6 positions) - Correctionville/Salix/Smithland, IA
Posted 01/12/2026
The seasonal position includes responsible experience as an assistant to the Area Resource Manager. The position includes some supervision of park maintenance personnel, a wide variety of park maintenance duties, park rule enforcement and interaction with park visitors. Six (6) month position typically starts in April and ends in October. This position is under the direct authority of the County Conservation Area Resource Manager.
Salary: Start $16.25/hour Deadline: Open Until Filled
Woodbury County - Summer Park Maintenance Worker (Up to 7 positions) - Correctionville/Salix/Smithland, IA
Posted 01/12/2026
Positions are available at various Woodbury County parks for the season. Three (3) month positions will start approximately mid-May and end in September, with some positions lasting possibly until mid-October. The positions will be involved with all aspects of park and wildlife area general maintenance, assisting with light construction projects from time to time. Position is under the direct authority of County Conservation Area Resource Mgr.
Salary: Start $14.25/hour Deadline: Open Until Filled
Woodbury County - Nature Center/Stone Park Maintenance Worker - Sioux City, IA
Posted 01/12/2026
Gain valuable outdoor experience while working in the Loess Hills. This seasonal position will run approximately late May through mid-August and will offer opportunities to actively participate in land stewardship and habitat management activities in prairie and woodland environments.
Salary: $13.75/hour Deadline: 04/24/2026
Woodbury County - Concession Stand Staff - Seasonal - Correctionville and Salix, IA
Posted 01/12/2026
The seasonal, temporary positions are available at Brown’s Lake – Bigelow Park near Salix, IA, and Little Sioux Park near Correctionville, IA. Positions will typically start in late May and run through Labor Day weekend. The positions will be involved with all aspects of operating a beach concession stand, including selling merchandise, renting recreational equipment, and keeping accurate sales records. This position is under the direct authority of County Conservation Area Resource Manager.
Salary: $13.25/hour Deadline: 04/24/2026
Clinton County - Seasonal Concession Worker - Camanche, IA
Posted 01/09/2026
Seasonal concession worker at Rock Creek Marina and Campground working 20-29 per week.
Salary: $12.00 per hour Deadline: Open Until Filled
Clinton County - Seasonal Conservation Technician - Camanche, IA
Posted 01/09/2026
Seasonal position working in Clinton County's east district parks and wildlife areas. Position based out of Rock Creek Marina & Campground near Camanche, IA
Salary: $13.50 per Hour Deadline: Open Until Filled
Clinton County - Seasonal Conservation Technician - Baldwin, IA
Posted 01/09/2026
Seasonal position working in Clinton County's west district parks and wildlife areas. Position based out of Eden Valley Park near Baldwin, IA.
Salary: $13.50/hour Deadline: Open Until Filled
Iowa County - Seasonal Part-Time Mower - Ladora, IA
Posted 01/07/2026
Under general supervision of the Director & Rangers, assists in the mowing and maintenance of Iowa County Conservation Board (ICCB) wildlife areas, campground, equipment, and facilities.
Salary: $13/hr Deadline: 04/17/2026
Iowa County - Campground Host - Ladora, IA
Posted 01/07/2026
Under general supervision of the Park Ranger, maintains good public relations and provides directions and information to park visitors and campers. Enforces park laws, rules and regulations. Attendant is provided a campsite at Lake Iowa Park and must be available May through late September.
Salary: A camp pad with full hook-ups will be provided along with a bi-weekly salary of $450. Deadline: 04/17/2026
Warren County - Seasonal Conservation Aide - Indianola, IA
Posted 12/30/2025
Come join an amazing team that helps manage 2,700 acres; including biking and hiking trails, natural resource areas, camp grounds, and a nature center. This position is under the general supervision of the Park Superintendent. Primary duties include mowing, landscaping, and general maintenance of all Conservation Board areas.
Salary: $15/hr Deadline: 04/10/2026
Polk County - BEACH, CONSESSIONS, & RENTAL FACILITY ATTENDANT - Des Moines, IA, IA
Posted 12/24/2025
Under the supervision of the Program and Outreach Coordinator, the Recreation Attendant is responsible for maintaining operations, collecting rental fees from the general public, and directly assisting park users of all abilities with and using standard and adaptive outdoor recreation equipment at the Athene North Shore Recreation Area. The Attendant also maintains security in County buildings and monitors the use of County facilities during evenings, weekends, or holidays while providing except
Salary: $17.00 - $18.00 Hourly Deadline: 04/12/2026
Polk County - Park Operations and Recreation Intern - Des Mones, IA, IA
Posted 12/24/2025
Are you entering the fields of occupational therapy, recreational therapy, special education, or related fields? Do you want to be part of an exciting reopening of a fully accessible ADA park in the Des Moines metro? Then this internship may be for you. Athene North Shore Recreation Area at Easter Lake is reopening as a fully accessible ADA park. Come work with the programming team to offer accessible activities to all populations of Polk County
Salary: $16.00 per hour Deadline: 04/12/2026
Clay County - Seasonal Conservation Aide - Spencer, IA
Posted 12/02/2025
Spend the summer in beautiful Clay County! Have fun working outdoors in our county! Enjoy northwest Iowa recreational opportunities.
Salary: $13.50 - $15.50 per hour Deadline: Open Until Filled
Winneshiek County - Summer Internships - Fort Atkinson, IA
Posted 12/01/2025
Spend your summer with a fun, professional staff while building your job skills and resume in the beautiful Driftless Region of Iowa! Winneshiek County Conservation is now hiring interns for summer 2026. Housing available as needed for seasonal positions.
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Greene County - Campground Host - Scranton, IA
Posted 03/27/2025
Greene County Conservation is seeking a Campground Host for the 2025 season at Hyde Park near Scranton, Iowa. A free full-hookup campsite will be provided for the season as compensation for being the host at the campground.
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Fayette County - Summer Seasonal - Elgin, IA
Posted 02/04/2025
Fayette County Conservation is looking for 5 seasonals to join our team for the summer of 2025.
Salary: $13.00-14.00 per hour Deadline: Open Until Filled
Montgomery County - Seasonal Recreation Aide - Red Oak, IA
Posted 03/15/2023
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
