Seasonal Naturalist

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Posted 01/31/2025
County Emmet
Location Wallingford, Iowa
Salary $15.68 hr

Description

Emmet County Conservation Board Seasonal Naturalist  

Description: Seasonal Naturalist position, 480 hours a year, for the Emmet County Conservation Board under the direct supervision of the Director and Naturalist.  The seasonal naturalist will assist with informational programs provided for; schools and teachers, youth and adult groups, service groups, the general public, community organizations and agencies and assist with staffing the Nature Center will also be required.

Seasonal position Hourly rate of $15.68 per hour for up to 480 hours normally mid-May until mid-August.  Hours will include Monday thru Friday with some evenings, holidays, and weekends as needed. The seasonal Naturalist position will follow the Emmet County Personnel Policy. 

Responsibilities: Assist the Full time Naturalist with all youth programming, environmental educational and interpretive programs for the public, special populations, and senior groups, staffing the front desk of the Nature Center and reception area, assist with performing routine upkeep, cleaning, maintenance of the Nature Center and parks, daily office and park functions such as answering the phones, photocopying, computer work, filing, office upkeep, light grounds keeping, etc.  Also help maintain environmental educational materials, all living and nonliving displays and their equipment. 

Requirements and Certifications: High school graduation or equivalent and a college degree preferred from an accredited college or University.  Knowledge of general office procedures, good record keeping skills, ability to communicate tactfully and courteously with others, ability to communicate orally and effectively to groups and individuals in both formal and informal settings.  Must be able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds, and possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a good driving history, be able to pass a preemployment physical, ability to work weekends, holidays, and evenings as needed, and CPR and AED certified.  

To Apply: Email: mreineke@emmetcountyia.gov with completed job application, resume and cover letter.

Emmet County Conservation Board is an: “Equal Opportunity Employer.”

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Qualifications

Must be 18+ yrs old, lift a minimum of 20 pounds, possess a valid driver’s license, maintain a good driving history, be able to pass a preemployment physical, ability to work weekends, holidays, and evenings as needed, and CPR and AED certified

To Apply

Email: mreineke@emmetcountyia.gov with completed job application, resume and cover letter.