Naturalist

DESCRIPTION: Permanent, full-time position under the general supervision of the Conservation Board Director.  Plan, develop and present approximately 350 Environmental Education programs for seven public school districts, two parochial schools, youth groups (scouts, 4-H), adult and senior citizen groups as well as the general public.  Help market, design and develop printed materials such as newsletters, press releases and promotional flyers. May assist with grant writing, social media accounts, MyCountyParks.com and website development.  Schedules duties and activities with other full-time naturalist.  The position will include environmental and recycling education.    

QUALIFICATIONS: This person will have, at a minimum, graduated from an accredited 4-year college or university with major course work in environmental education, animal ecology, natural resources, outdoor recreation, or a related natural science field. Experience as a nature interpreter, teacher, or in the environmental education field is preferred.  Other skills/training that will be needed or applicant must be comfortable teaching include: GPS, Fish Iowa training, Project Wild, canoeing/kayaking, archery, biking and pellet gun.  Applicant must be personable and able to work on multiple programs/projects at a time. Applicant must possess a valid drivers’ license and be able to get a D3 classification before starting employment.  Computer literacy is essential including Google Suite, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint presentations. Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential. The selected applicant will be required to work some nights, weekends and holidays. This job requires passing a post offer physical and applicant will be subjected to a background check and drug testing.   

SALARY: $44,000 - $49,000 with full county benefits; uniform allowance and access to a county vehicle provided during work hours. Benefits and rules for this position fall under the guidelines of the Bremer County personnel policy.  

TO APPLY: Send cover letter, resume, and 3 references with knowledge of your skills and abilities to:   Andrew Hockenson Director, Bremer County Conservation Board PO Box 412 1104 S. Main St. Tripoli, Iowa 50676 E-mail: ahockenson@co.bremer.ia.us For more information, call: 319-882-4742