Office Manager / Assistant Naturalist
Back to Job List| Posted | 10/13/2025 |
|---|---|
| County | Allamakee |
| Location | Lansing, Iowa |
| Salary | 37,047 |
| Deadline | 11/07/2025 |
Description
General Summary:
A full-time position at the Driftless Area Education and Visitors Center under the general direction of the Director. The Office Manager/Naturalist will perform a wide variety of professional and administrative duties relating to both the day to day operations of the department and interpretive work within the Driftless Area Education and Visitor Center and at other locations as needed.
Essential Functions (may include, but not limited too)
1. Opening and closing of the Driftless Area Education and Visitors Center (DAEVC)
2. Greet visitors and answer questions regarding the DAEVC, Allamakee County, and the Driftless Area
3. Perform daily cleaning of restrooms and common use areas of the DAEVC
4. Work with staff to file claims, place orders, accept deliveries, and greet the public
5. Responsible for filing reports and maintaining accurate files for all aspects of the department
6. Performs such office duties as bookkeeping, writing claims, and filing
7. Manages the gift shop inventory by ordering all new products, keeping track of monthly sales, keeping the shop clean and organized.
8. Maintain records for programs and donations
9. Answer and direct phone calls regarding the DAEVC and the areas managed by the ACCB
10. Work cash register.
11. Edit, organize, and send out quarterly digital newsletter.
12. Help director prepare documents for Conservation Board meetings
13. Work with full time naturalist to plan and implement regularly scheduled education programs for youth and adults at the DAEVC
14. Lead tour groups or school field trips with assistance from Naturalist or other staff
15. Prepare press releases and promotional materials for the DAEVC
16. Perform daily animal chores such as watering, feeding, and cleaning tanks.
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills
1. Administrative writing and speaking skills.
2. General knowledge of and ability to use computer applications.
3. Knowledge of basic accounting processes
4. Highly organized and having problem solving abilities.
5. Ability to compose letters, records, meeting minutes and grants.
Physical Demands Walking, standing, lifting, carrying, bending, climbing, seeing, and able to use hands to manipulate tools is all required in the maintenance operation of the parks. Driving pickups and tractors with manual transmissions, hearing, and speaking to communicate with the public and other staff members will be required.
Cognitive Demands Ability to think for oneself to carry out the office duties and naturalist work in a safe and efficient manner, and able to think and act professionally in situations dealing with emergencies or enforcing park rules and regulations. Knowledge of various natural resources fields, such as wildlife, fisheries, forestry, and park management, and able to apply that knowledge for practical use in the field, and able to communicate that information to help educate the public.
Work environment and Equipment Mainly inside work, but occasionally will have to perform outside work around the Driftless Area Education and Visitors Center or other areas managed by the ACCB. Outside work may take place under all conditions including rain, wind, snow, and sun. Work inside will be within the Driftless Area Education and Visitors Center. Operating vehicles of all sizes, snowblowers, garden equipment, and other power tools may be necessary. Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time while supervising school aged children.
Supervision of others This individual may help supervise seasonal workers and volunteers inside the Driftless Area Education and Visitors Center.
Other
1. Marginal functions of this position that are incidental to the performance of the fundamental job duties have been excluded from our job descriptions.
2. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
3. This job description in no way states or implies that the description includes every duty to be performed by the employee occupying the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by the Conservation Board or Director.
Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate degree related to conservation or a bachelor’s degree in wildlife biology, natural resources, park management, or related field. Hold or be able to obtain a valid Iowa Driver’s li
To Apply
Send cover letter, resume, and professional references to Allamakee County Conservation Board C/O Ross Geerdes, 1944 Columbus Road, Lansing Iowa, 52151 or email : accb.director@gmail.com
