Summer Naturalists - 2026
Back to Job List| Posted | 12/30/2025 |
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| County | Warren |
| Location | Indianola, Iowa |
| Salary | $15/hr |
| Deadline | 03/20/2026 |
Description
The Warren County Conservation Board is offering two Summer Naturalist positions in 2025.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Assist and present a variety of environmental and recreational education programs indoors and outdoors for all ages in various weather conditions. Prepare materials, set up facilities, and clean up after programs. Assist with caring for live animals including fish, amphibians, reptiles, and birds. Assist in camp management. Help set rules and boundaries for campers alongside coworkers. Follow all policies and procedures set by Warren County Conservation. Other duties as assigned.
Additional Qualifications: Energetic, professional demeanor, positive attitude, and motivated. Experience working with children outdoors or in a classroom setting is preferred. Basic knowledge of local ecology, biology, and natural resources. Ability to share and teach information. Good written and oral communication and leadership skills are a must. Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, balance, climb, and work in a variety of weather conditions, and the ability to follow written and oral instructions. Must be 18 years of age or older with a valid driver’s license. Must be punctual and responsible.
Compensation: $15.00/hr
Schedule: 40 hours a week, maximum with some weekend, and overnight hours for summer camps and programs.
Start and end dates may vary, but generally begin in May and end in August.
To apply please email your application form, cover letter and resume, and references to hannahh@warrencountyia.org.
Qualifications
Energetic, professional demeanor, positive attitude, and motivated. Basic knowledge of local ecology, biology, and natural resources. Ability to share and teach information. Must be 18 years or older with a valid driver's license.
To Apply
Send resume, cover letter, application form, and references to:
Hannah Van Loon
Warren County Conservation Board
15565 118th Ave
Indianola, IA 50125
Or email: hannahh@warrencountyia.org
