Interpretive Naturalist
Back to Job List| Posted | 01/08/2026 |
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| County | Buchanan |
| Location | Hazleton, Iowa |
| Salary | $51,450, negotiable based upon qualifications and experience. |
| Deadline | 01/30/2026 |
Description
Be an integral part of our Environmental Education Program! Plan, develop, and present environmental education and interpretive programs for youth and adult groups, and the general public. Work with print, online, displays, and other communication media, as well as a nature center, live display animals, public natural areas, and other resources. Put your passion to work to create a more environmentally literate and caring citizenry!
Visit the link above to download the full job description, job advertisement, and Buchanan County Employment Application Form.
Partial List of Essential Job Duties:
- Develops lesson plans, curricula, and related educational materials for use in educating the public about nature, conservation, and the environment.
- Coordinates and schedules programs and activities; maintains records of groups served.
- Educates teachers and other educators; serves as a nature center docent and receptionist.
- Writes program goals and objectives; develops printed materials, online media presence, and educational displays including articles, news releases, pamphlets, brochures, handouts, videos, A-V programs, interpretive displays/exhibits, signs, self-guided trails, websites, and social media.
- Represents the Conservation Board with good public relations and plans and implements fund-raising activities; stays current in fields related to nature, environment, and education.
- Assists in caring for live animals in exhibits, implementing habitat management, and general maintenance, as schedule permits or as assigned by the Executive Director.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Successful applicant must demonstrate abilities to effectively use creativity, enthusiasm for the natural world and human environment, good judgment, initiative, flexibility, poise, and sense of humor to further the goals of the Environmental Education Program. Download the full job description for a list of other required abilities, skills, and knowledge.
Buchanan County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree, 1-3 years' work experience, At hire or within 12 months: Class D - Chauffeur's License or CDL, Wilderness First Aid Training, IAN Professional Development Certificate, At hire or within 6 months: NWCG S130/S190, CPR/First Aid
To Apply
Submit your resume with references, cover letter and Buchanan County Application to: Ben Bonar - Executive Director - Buchanan County Conservation
Email: bbonar@co.buchanan.ia.us (Word or PDF)
Mail: 1883 125th Street, Hazleton, IA 50641
More Information
https://www.buchanancounty.iowa.gov/services/conservation/job_opportunities.php
