Park Ranger

This is a full-time position offering a starting wage of $24.29 per hour with two .50 cent increases during the first year.

Under the general direction of the Executive Director, the Park Ranger manages and maintains all Jackson County Conservation Board management areas. The Park Ranger is responsible for developing and coordination work projects for themselves and seasonal employees, maintaining all park equipment and facilities, and enforcing all park rules and regulations in management areas.  

This position requires the operation of all types of equipment including trucks, tractors, mowing equipment, chainsaw, weed eater, power tools, wood splitter, watercraft, and all types of hand tools.  

Associate’s Degree from an accredited 2-year college with major course work related to the natural resource field plus a minimum of 2-years’ experience in an outdoor recreation or related field required.   

Interested applicants must possess Certified Peace Officer certification through the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy, a valid Iowa Class A Commercial Driver’s License, Iowa Pesticide Applicators License, CPR & First Responder certification, or have the ability to obtain each within the first year of employment. 

Must possess a valid Iowa driver's license and be insurable under county policy upon hire.  

Jackson County offers an excellent benefit package, flexible time off and retirement under the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System.

Initial application period will be through July 26, 2024

Contact:  Becki Chapin, Director of Human Resources 563-652-1710, bchapin@jacksoncounty.iowa.gov

If you enjoy working with the public, meeting new people, and working for your community, visit us online at www.jacksoncounty.iowa.gov to apply today! Full position description available online. 

Jackson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer