Clayton County Conservation, Elkader, Iowa is accepting applications For two (2) seasonal NATURALIST positions

 

Job Description: Seasonal Naturalists work with the Clayton County Naturalists on a wide variety of supplemental environmental education skills. Duties include leading interpretive hikes, tours, programs; designing and constructing nature center displays; developing new environmental education/interpretive programs; writing articles for the conservation newsletter; assisting with the Junior Naturalist Program, a summer camp program for junior high students; and assisting with DNR wildlife monitoring programs. Physically demanding position. Applicants will work a full day in extreme temperatures.

 

Qualifications: Applicants should have some course work in biology, ecology or natural sciences. Courses in environmental education, interpretation, or outdoor recreation would be beneficial, but are not required. Applicants should have the ability to work with people of all ages, and communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Must be at least 18 years old. Pre-employment physical and drug testing required.

 

Salary and Work Dates: $12.00 per hour, 40 hours per week. Some weekend and night hours are required. Positions begin in May and will run 14 weeks.

 

Application Procedure: Applicants should send a current resume, cover letter and County Employment Application to: Jenna Pollock, Director Clayton County Conservation Board 29862 Osborne Rd Elkader IA 52043-8247

jpollock@claytoncountyia.gov

Applications are available on our website www.claytoncountyconservation.org under the About Us - Attracting Success section, positions open until filled.

For more information, phone 563.245.1516 weekdays between 8:00am and 4:00pm.

Qualifications
Course work in biology, ecology or natural sciences. Courses in environmental education, interpretation, or outdoor recreation would be beneficial, but are not required. Must be at least 18 years old.

To Apply
Applicants should send a current resume, cover letter and County Employment Application to:
Jenna Pollock,
Director Clayton County Conservation Board
29862 Osborne Rd
Elkader IA 52043-8247
jpollock@claytoncountyia.gov

More Information
https://www.claytoncountyconservation.org/employment-opportunities

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