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
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
Under the general direction of the Executive Director, maintain park equipment, buildings, vehicles, and grounds. Performs a variety of construction, repair, groundskeeping duties, and natural resources management and maintenance.
Salary: $47,000
Under the general direction of the Executive Director, assists the daily management and operations of all county conservation areas, with emphasis on providing law enforcement security under Section 350 of the Code of Iowa. Performs a wide variety of professional duties related to park and natural area management.
Salary: $47,000-$52,000
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
Plans programs in Wayne County for schools and for the general public.
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Taylor County Conservation is hiring for a full-time conservation technician.
Salary: Based on experience
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Seasonal
This position will assist the Outreach Coordinator with networking, written and digital content creation, and community involvement. This position is available for winter/spring 2025 for up to 16 hours/week. May include some weekends and holidays.
Salary: $13.75 Hourly
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
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.
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
