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
Tama County Conservation is looking for a to hire a full-time Naturalist who plans, develops, coordinates and presents environmental education and interpretive programs for schools, youth and adult groups and the general public; develops related audiovisual and display materials. Performs other duties as required.
Salary: TBD Based on Experience
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Looking for a motivated individual to be part of a top notch team to help manage and maintain Lake Icaria in Southwest Iowa. We are a beautiful county park located just North of Corning Iowa. We host a 650 acre lake, 2 campgrounds, 14 cabins, 2 cottages, beautiful walking trails a beach, full-service marina as well as surrounding wildlife areas. Full-Time position with Housing/Utilities and standard county benefits included.
Salary: $45,000-$50,000
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Lyon County Conservation Board is now accepting applications for a permanent, full-time Naturalist in a county full of opportunities.
Salary: $42,000 - $62,000
Employee is responsible for environmental education programming, and may assist in natural resource management, and park maintenance for the Worth County Conservation Board. Performs all related duties as required for the Worth County Conservation Board.
Salary: $46,000.00
The Carroll County Conservation Board looking for a highly motivated person to join their conservation team as a park technician. The employee will be responsible for all aspects of park maintenance and natural resource management on park and wildlife areas managed by the Conservation Board.
Salary: 43,000-47,000 DOQ
Taylor County Conservation is hiring for a full-time conservation technician.
Salary: Based on experience
Deadline: Open Until Filled
O'Brien County Conservation Board is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time Park Ranger position based out of Mill Creek Park in Paullina, IA.
Salary: $47,000-$53,560
Deadline: Open Until Filled
IRVM Biologist plans all aspects of jobs performed to provide safe and sustainable right-of-ways, safeguard native plant communities and performs tasks to accomplish IRVM goals.
Salary: $44,000 - $52,000 based on experience
Deadline: Open Until Filled
ACCB is seeking a full time Technician / Naturalist. This position is responsible for routine maintenance of parks, trails, nature center, and natural areas. It includes natural resource management, janitorial duties, and building maintenance. This position will also assist the Naturalist with naturalist programs, nature center tours, and animal care. Must be willing to work nontraditional hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Pay is $15.00 - 17.00 / hour depending upon experience.
Salary: $15.00 - 17.00 / hour DOE
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Seasonal
Spend your summer with a fun, professional staff while building your job skills and your resume in the beautiful Driftless Region of Iowa! Winneshiek County Conservation is now hiring interns for summer 2025. Housing available as needed for seasonal positions.
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
Tama County Conservation is accepting applications to hire several Conservation Aides for the 2025 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: $15 per hour
Morris Park Campground Host Wanted. Enjoy the summer at this forested campground located in Van Buren County.
Salary: $300/month
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Full Time 3, 6 and 9 month Seasonal Conservation Aide employment opportunities with Spring and Summer start dates. All in Jones County with over 20 public areas within the Wapsipinicon and Maquoketa River Valleys.
Salary: $15.84 per hour
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Clayton County Conservation is now hiring for seasonal maintenance employees for summer 2025.
Salary: $14.00/hr
Clayton County Conservation is now hiring for a seasonal naturalist for summer 2025!
Salary: $14.00/hr
Clayton County Conservation is now hiring for a Seasonal Naturalist/Resource Technician for summer of 2025, apply today!
Salary: $14.00/hr
Assist with Environmental Education Programming and Staffing at the Central Park Nature Center
Salary: 15.84/hour
Deadline: Open Until Filled
The Linn County Conservation Department has temporary (full-time) openings available for the 2025 warm recreation season.
Salary: $13 to $16 an hour
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Lyon County Conservation is seeking a seasonal intern to assist with summer camps and programs at Lake Pahoja Recreation Area and Lyon County Nature Center under the general direction of the Naturalist.
Salary: Based on experience & schooling
Full-time/seasonal position at Lake Pahoja Recreation Area - FREE IN PARK HOUSING PROVIDED - every other weekend off.
Salary: $16.00/hour
Lyon County Conservation is seeking a seasonal gate attendant at Lake Pahoja Recreational Park, able to work various weekday hours including weekends and holidays.
Salary: $12.00/per hour
Lyon County Conservation is seeking a seasonal conservation worker to assist in the basic maintenance of the parks & grounds at Lake Pahoja Recreational Park.
Salary: $14.00/hour
The Butler County Conservation Board is now accepting applications for seasonal Conservation Intern position. This position will assist with general park maintenance, trail maintenance, and habitat establishment.
Salary: $12.00 - $15.00
Deadline: Open Until Filled
The summer assistant naturalist will assist the Butler County Naturalist with developing, planning, organizing and presenting environmental education and outdoor recreation programs. The intern will also help with special events for the public, schools and other community groups. The seasonal intern will work the equivalent of a full-time assignment on a flexible weekly schedule.
Salary: $12.00 - $15.00
Deadline: Open Until Filled
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 or Natural Resource Specialist.
Salary: $14/hr
Performs technical work planting native vegetation, conducting prescribed burns, controlling brush, mowing, applying herbicide, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Vegetation Management Biologist and Vegetation Management Specialist.
Salary: $15.25/hour
Two positions will offer opportunities to observe and participate in nature interpretation, environmental education and outdoor public programming. Naturalists may assume assigned tasks of increased responsibility. These positions will start May 19, 2025, and will end approximately August 22, 2025. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Environmental Education Coordinator and Naturalist.
Salary: $14.00/hr
Spend this summer working in beautiful Muscatine County. There are two positions available, one stationed at Saulsbury Bridge Recreation Area along the Cedar River and the other at Deep Lakes Park.
Salary: $15.00/hour
POLK COUNTY CONSERVATION is looking for a passionate social media and content intern who can support the efforts of multiple units within our department. The content and social media intern will be responsible for researching, developing, and authoring quality content for social, digital, and print channels to promote various projects and events undertaken by Polk County Conservation. From designing social media campaigns to crafting blog series and web stories, the Community Outreach Office of
Salary: $16.00 per hour
Enjoy a free campsite on the banks of the Des Moines River in the historic village of Bentonsport.
Salary: $200/month
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Two resident campground attendant positions (one at each site) are available for the 2025 camping season at both Dakins Lake in Zearing and Hickory Grove Park in Colo.
Salary: $240/week
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Spend your camping season in the beautiful 995-acre Pioneer Ridge Nature Area!
Salary: $200/month
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Under direct supervision of a specified Unit Manager, assists in performing duties as assigned in accordance with the student’s educational program and the needs of the unit to which the student is assigned; and to perform related duties as assigned. Assists in varied assignments such as technical/professional work, research, analysis, and other duties as assigned.
This Intern position is with Polk County Conservation Equine Department. The ideal candidate will need to be able to commit to 4
Salary: $16.00 per Hour
Deadline: Open Until Filled
2 temporary (full-time) openings available for the 2024/2025 fall through spring season (Mid-October through Mid-April).
Salary: $15 - $16 per hour
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
