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Permanent Jobs
Dallas County - Administrative Coordinator - Perry, IA
Posted 01/15/2025
The Dallas County Conservation Board is looking for an organized and detail-oriented individual to oversee essential administrative functions within our department. This position is vital for supporting our operations and fulfilling our mission.
Salary: $28.17 - $31.10 Deadline: 01/30/2025
Fayette County - Roadside Technician - Fayette, IA
Posted 01/13/2025
Fayette County Conservation Board is seeking candidates for the position of Roadside Technician. This position assists in the implementing a comprehensive Integrated Roadside Vegetation Management plan for Fayette county.
Deadline: 01/24/2025
Butler County - Executive Director - Clarksville , IA
Posted 01/10/2025
The Butler County Conservation Board is seeking an individual who is professional, a self-starter, and will be an energetic leader ready to continue leading a well-organized and successful department. This position oversees the management of 27 areas totaling over 2,400 acres, 21 miles of paved bike trail, and a newly expanded nature center. This position will also oversee 5 fulltime staff members and 1 permanent parttime employee.
Salary: $73,500 - $78,500 Deadline: 02/07/2025
Audubon County - Maintenance Technician/Cabin Manager - Exira, IA
Posted 01/10/2025
The Audubon County Conservation Board is looking to fill their full time Maintenance Tech position. A new cabin complex will be open in 2025 with a total of 7 cabins. We are adding the management of the cabin complex to this position. This position will be involved with regular park and trail maintenance while taking care of park grounds and facilities as well as maintaining equipment.
Salary: $47,840 per year Deadline: Open Until Filled
Delaware County - Park Maintenance/Ranger - Manchester, IA
Posted 01/09/2025
A permanent full-time position that provides a wide variety of tasks who reports to the Executive Director and performs work in the management, maintenance and development of parks and conservation areas. Will also assist with public safety, protection of park property, and security in the parks. Ranger duties include collecting camping fees as well as situations requiring quick and responsible decision making. This position requires a CDL Class A license with Air Brake endorsement.
Salary: • Starting salary $24.50 to $28.16 based on experience. Deadline: 01/31/2025
Benton County - Roadside Technician I/II - Vinton, IA
Posted 01/08/2025
The Roadside Tech II/I will aid in administering a program of ecosystem management that seeks to promote the health of Iowa’s native plants, animals and insects in Benton County’s rights-of-way and natural areas while managing the Iowa Roadside Management program in accordance with Iowa Code Chapter 314.
Salary: 44,000 - 55,000 Deadline: Open Until Filled
Harrison County - Welcome Center Program Manager - Missouri Valley, IA
Posted 01/07/2025
Responsible for the overall operations of the Harrison County Historical Village and Iowa Welcome Center, including gift shop, personnel, and various programs. Performs a wide variety of professional and administrative duties related to the operations of the department. Coordinates reports, documents, financial procedures, and daily communications with the public and various organizations and groups.
Salary: $50,000- $55,000 depending on experience Deadline: 01/31/2025
Crawford County - Permanent Part-time Nature Center Assistant - Denison, IA
Posted 01/06/2025
The Crawford County Conservation Board is taking applications for the Permanent Part-time Nature Center Program Assistant located at Yellow Smoke Park near Denison. This position is up to 40 hours per week (up to 1500 hours per year) from approximately mid-April through mid-November and 1 day per week in the winter.
Salary: up to $15 per hour Deadline: Open Until Filled
Des Moines County - Naturalist - Burlington, IA
Posted 12/26/2024
The Naturalist is a permanent full time employee of Des Moines County Conservation that participates in the delivery of the department’s environmental education programs. Headquartered at Starr’s Cave Nature Center in Burlington, Iowa, the Naturalist provides interpretation, conservation education, outdoor recreation and public relations programs and develops associated written, audiovisual and display materials.
Salary: Hourly equivalent $41,583 Deadline: 02/15/2025
Tama County - Naturalist - Toledo, IA
Posted 12/19/2024
Tama County Conservation is looking for a to hire a full-time Naturalist who plans, develops, coordinates and presents environmental education and interpretive programs for schools, youth and adult groups and the general public; develops related audiovisual and display materials. Performs other duties as required.
Salary: TBD Based on Experience Deadline: Open Until Filled
Adams County - Park Ranger/Conservation Specialist - Corning, IA
Posted 12/18/2024
Looking for a motivated individual to be part of a top notch team to help manage and maintain Lake Icaria in Southwest Iowa. We are a beautiful county park located just North of Corning Iowa. We host a 650 acre lake, 2 campgrounds, 14 cabins, 2 cottages, beautiful walking trails a beach, full-service marina as well as surrounding wildlife areas. Full-Time position with Housing/Utilities and standard county benefits included.
Salary: $45,000-$50,000 Deadline: Open Until Filled
Worth County - Naturalist - Northwood, IA
Posted 12/13/2024
Employee is responsible for environmental education programming, and may assist in natural resource management, and park maintenance for the Worth County Conservation Board. Performs all related duties as required for the Worth County Conservation Board.
Salary: $46,000.00 Deadline: 01/24/2025
O'Brien County - Park Ranger - Paullina, IA
Posted 11/13/2024
O'Brien County Conservation Board is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time Park Ranger position based out of Mill Creek Park in Paullina, IA.
Salary: $47,000-$53,560 Deadline: Open Until Filled
Clay County - IRVM Biologist Vegetation Specialist - Spencer, IA
Posted 10/30/2024
IRVM Biologist plans all aspects of jobs performed to provide safe and sustainable right-of-ways, safeguard native plant communities and performs tasks to accomplish IRVM goals.
Salary: $44,000 - $52,000 based on experience Deadline: Open Until Filled
Appanoose County - Technician / Naturalist - Centerville, IA, IA
Posted 10/10/2024
ACCB is seeking a full time Technician / Naturalist. This position is responsible for routine maintenance of parks, trails, nature center, and natural areas. It includes natural resource management, janitorial duties, and building maintenance. This position will also assist the Naturalist with naturalist programs, nature center tours, and animal care. Must be willing to work nontraditional hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Pay is $15.00 - 17.00 / hour depending upon experience.
Salary: $15.00 - 17.00 / hour DOE Deadline: Open Until Filled
Seasonal Jobs
Johnson County - Seasonal Park Worker - Ops.& Maint. or Nat. Res. - Oxford, Iowa, IA
Posted 01/22/2025
The Johnson County Conservation Board (JCCB) seeks seasonal park workers.The Seasonal Park Worker will act as manual laborer and limited skill equipment operators, engaging in a wide range of conservation and other outdoor recreation maintenance and construction activities. The position may require work on Saturdays and Sundays.
Salary: $17 - $17.25 hour, non-benefit eligible Deadline: 05/01/2025
Floyd County - Conservation Aide - Rockford, IA
Posted 01/22/2025
Seasonal Conservation Aide position with Floyd County Conservation.
Salary: $14.00/hr. Deadline: 02/28/2025
Johnson County - Seasonal Park Ranger Intern - Oxford, IA
Posted 01/22/2025
Johnson County Conservation Board (JCCB) seeks seasonal, non-benefit eligible Seasonal Park Ranger Interns to provide a variety of services in the overall management of Kent Park and other areas in the county that are managed by JCCB. Perform routine and special patrol duties and inform park visitors of the rules and regulations. See full job description
Salary: $17 - $17.25 hour, non-benefit eligible Deadline: 05/01/2025
Marshall County - Seasonal Conservation Aide - Marshalltown, IA
Posted 01/22/2025
If you are ready to roll up your sleeves, work with a great team, and help maintain the natural beauty of Marshall County, apply now for the Seasonal Conservation Aid position and make a positive impact!
Salary: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour Deadline: Open Until Filled
Johnson County - Seasonal Naturalist Intern - Oxford, IA
Posted 01/22/2025
Johnson County Conservation Bd. (JCCB) seeks a seasonal, non-benefit eligible seasonal naturalist to assist in carrying out conservation/environmental education programming for JCCB. Provide programs and field trips for a variety of audiences; create and improve displays, write articles, provide public service announcements and write press releases. Duties will include the maintenance of live animal displays and work with volunteers
Salary: $17-$17.25/ hour, non-benefit eligible Deadline: 05/01/2025
Sac County - Conservation Aide (6-8 months) - Sac City, IA
Posted 01/21/2025
Great opportunity to work in Sac County while gaining valuable experience in outdoor conservation!
Salary: Up to $18 per hour, DOE Deadline: Open Until Filled
Woodbury County - Summer Park Security Guard (Certified Officer) - Correctionville/Salix/Smithland, IA
Posted 01/21/2025
The seasonal position involves routine late-night patrol of park areas to provide safety for campers and prevent unauthorized activities after hours on weekends and holidays. Enforcement of park rules and interaction with public is included. End of May to Labor Day.
Salary: $30 per hour Deadline: 04/11/2025
Marion County - Summer Conservation Aide - Knoxville / Otley, IA
Posted 01/20/2025
Marion County Conservation Department is accepting applications for 3 positions. These positions will assist with general park maintenance. One position at Marion County Park in Knoxville. One position at Cordova Park in Otley. One position to assist a ranger and maintenance tech.
Salary: $14.50 - $15.25 Per Hour Deadline: Open Until Filled
Boone County - Seasonal Golf Course Manager - Ogden, IA
Posted 01/20/2025
The Golf Course Manager will be a part-time, approximately 15-hour per week non-exempt, position. This position will take place from April-October. Under the direction of the Boone County Conservation Executive Director, the Golf Manager will be responsible for overseeing the golf course, golf course seasonal staff, golf course fees, and general upkeep/maintenance.
Salary: $15.00/hr Deadline: 02/14/2025
Calhoun County - Seasonal Conservation Intern (2 positions) - Rockwell City, IA
Posted 01/17/2025
Great conservation experience while having fun outdoors! This position is great for anyone wanting/thinking about going into the conservation field.
Salary: $12.00-$13.00 Deadline: 03/31/2025
Sac County - Campground Host, Grant Park - Auburn, Iowa, IA
Posted 01/17/2025
Campground Host wanted for beautiful Grant Park along the North Raccoon River!
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Calhoun County - Campground Host - Manson, IA
Posted 01/17/2025
Calhoun County Conservation is seeking a Campground Host for the 2025 season at Featherstone Memorial Park. A free lake side camping spot is given as well as a monthly stipend and a possible bonus at the end of the camping season.
Deadline: 03/31/2025
Butler County - Conservation Intern - Clarksville, IA
Posted 01/16/2025
The Butler County Conservation Board is now accepting applications for seasonal Conservation Intern position. This position will assist with general park maintenance, trail maintenance, and habitat establishment.
Salary: $12.00 - $15.00 Deadline: Open Until Filled
Butler County - Summer Assistant Naturalist - Clarksville, IA
Posted 01/16/2025
The summer assistant naturalist will assist the Butler County Naturalist with developing, planning, organizing and presenting environmental education and outdoor recreation programs. The intern will also help with special events for the public, schools and other community groups. The seasonal intern will work the equivalent of a full-time assignment on a flexible weekly schedule.
Salary: $12.00 - $15.00 Deadline: Open Until Filled
Dubuque County - Conservation/ Naturalist Aide - Peosta, IA
Posted 01/15/2025
The Conservation Aid will, under the general supervision of the Executive Director, assist in the maintenance and development of all parks, preserves, and management areas un the jurisdiction of the Dubuque County Conservation Board. This is a seasonal position, with varied hours up to a maximum of 40 hours per week.
Salary: $15-16 per hour Deadline: 02/07/2025
Dubuque County - Conservation Grounds Maintenance - Peosta, IA
Posted 01/15/2025
Assist in the maintenance and development of all parks, preserves, and management areas under the jurisdiction of the Dubuque County Conservation Board.
Salary: 17-18$/hour Deadline: 02/07/2025
Woodbury County - Brown's Lake Concession Staff - Seasonal - Salix, IA
Posted 01/14/2025
Woodbury County has a new opportunity for seasonal concession staff at the recently renovated Brown's Lake beach. Position runs from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.
Salary: $11.50/hour Deadline: 04/11/2025
Buchanan County - Seasonal Naturalist Intern - Hazleton, IA
Posted 01/14/2025
Be a part of an award-winning education program! Use your talent and skills to impact public understanding and attitudes about nature and the environment! Assist professional Naturalists with planning and implementing nature interpretation, outdoor recreation and environmental education programs and media for a wide range of audiences. Seasonal position runs from April or May through August or September 2025.
Salary: $15.00 to $15.50/hour Deadline: 04/15/2025
Sioux County - Summer Naturalist Intern - Hawarden, IA
Posted 01/14/2025
The naturalist intern will assist the Interpretive Naturalist with planning and conducting nature interpretation, outdoor recreation and environmental education program activities for a wide range of audiences in Sioux County during the summer season.
Deadline: 04/15/2025
Woodbury County - Summer Ranger (Up to 6 positions) - Correctionville/Salix/Smithland, IA
Posted 01/14/2025
The seasonal position includes responsible experience as an assistant to the Area Resource Manager. The position includes some supervision of park maintenance personnel, a wide variety of park maintenance duties, park rule enforcement and interaction with park visitors. Six (6) month position typically starts in April and ends in October. This position is under the direct authority of the County Conservation Area Resource Manager.
Salary: Start $16.00/hour Deadline: 02/28/2025
Woodbury County - Summer Park Maintenance Worker (Up to 7 positions) - Correctionville/Salix/Smithland, IA
Posted 01/14/2025
Positions are available at various Woodbury County parks for the season. Three (3) month positions will start approximately mid May and end in September, with some positions lasting possibly until mid October. The positions will be involved with all aspects of park and wildlife area general maintenance, assisting with light construction projects from time to time. Position is under the direct authority of County Conservation Area Resource Mgr.
Salary: Start $14.00/hour Deadline: 03/14/2025
Buchanan County - Seasonal Conservation Technician - Hazleton, IA
Posted 01/14/2025
Be a part of an award-winning conservation program! This position will perform habitat improvement and maintenance duties, conservation plantings; assisting with controlled burns; mowing, trail maintenance, and caring for animals in a live animal display. Position begins in April 2025 or as soon as possible in May and will continue to August or September 2025. 40 hours/week, with some weekends and evenings.
Salary: $15.00 to $15.50/hour Deadline: 04/15/2025
Sac County - Conservation Aide - Sac City, IA
Posted 01/14/2025
Here is your opportunity to gain great, outdoor conservation work experience while enjoying all that Sac County has to offer!
Salary: Up to $16 per hour DOE Deadline: Open Until Filled
Sioux County - Registration Booth Attendant - Hawarden, IA
Posted 01/14/2025
Registration Booth Attendant will operate at either the Big Sioux Rec. Area and Sandy Hollow Rec. Area, primarily responsible for: registering vehicles, selling firewood and snacks, watercraft rentals, sanitation of assigned area.
Deadline: 04/15/2025
Sioux County - Seasonal Park Technician - Hawarden, IA
Posted 01/14/2025
Spend the summer assisting in all aspects of developing and maintaining Sioux County parks. Seasonal positions available mid-May to August.
Deadline: 04/15/2025
Clay County - Seasonal Conservation Aide - Spencer, IA
Posted 01/13/2025
Spend the summer in beautiful Clay County! Have fun working outdoors in our county! Enjoy northwest Iowa recreational opportunities.
Salary: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour Deadline: Open Until Filled
Plymouth County - Seasonal Conservation Aide - Hinton, IA
Posted 01/13/2025
Plymouth County Conservation is accepting applications to hire several Conservation Aides to help manage 17 different parks with over 2,700 acres. The people in these positions will perform simple and complex tasks associated with the operation, enhancement and maintenance of land, facilities, and equipment. Located just 15 minutes from LeMars and Sioux City!
Salary: Up to $15/hour Deadline: Open Until Filled
Tama County - Seasonal Conservation Aide - Toledo, IA
Posted 01/13/2025
Tama County Conservation is accepting applications to hire several Conservation Aides for the 2025 Season to gain experience in a variety of Conservation activities. This position will generally be under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor and Park Officer to conduct various campground and wildlife area improvements and maintenance efforts, and may work alongside the Naturalist and Director on various specialized projects.
Salary: $15 per hour Deadline: 05/23/2025
Muscatine County - Summer Conservation Aide - Muscatine, IA
Posted 01/13/2025
Spend this summer working in beautiful Muscatine County. There are two positions available, one stationed at Saulsbury Bridge Recreation Area along the Cedar River and the other at Deep Lakes Park.
Salary: $15.00/hour Deadline: 01/31/2025
Polk County - SEASONAL ASSISTANT NATURALIST - Des Moines, IA
Posted 01/12/2025
Polk County Conservation is looking for a Seasonal Assistant Naturalist to help our environmental educational department deliver programs to the public through out the summer season.
Salary: $17 -$18 per hour Deadline: 02/09/2025
Jasper County - Park Technician - Newton, IA
Posted 01/10/2025
Jasper County Conservation has an opening for a Seasonal Park Technician to perform routine maintenance, mowing, trimming, painting, litter and trash pick-up, at county parks, bike trails, conservation properties and assist with various programs.
Salary: $15.50/hour Deadline: 02/07/2025
Cedar County - Seasonal Conservation Worker - Tipton, IA
Posted 01/10/2025
The Cedar County Conservation Board is accepting applications for three temporary Conservation Workers. Seasonal employees will work 40 hours/week for 2025 camping season, performing park maintenance. There will be one four month position and two nine month positions.
Salary: $15.15 /hour Deadline: Open Until Filled
Jones County - Seasonal Conservation Aide - Center Junction, IA
Posted 01/09/2025
Full Time 3, 6 and 9 month Seasonal Conservation Aide employment opportunities with Spring and Summer start dates. All in Jones County with over 20 public areas within the Wapsipinicon and Maquoketa River Valleys.
Salary: $15.84 per hour Deadline: Open Until Filled
Jones County - Summer Naturalist Intern - Center Junction, IA
Posted 01/08/2025
Assist with Environmental Education Programming and Staffing at the Central Park Nature Center
Salary: 15.84/hour Deadline: Open Until Filled
Louisa County - Conservation Aide - Wapello, IA
Posted 01/07/2025
Louisa County is a sportsmen's paradise with over 17,000 acres of public land to hunt, fish, hike, bike, paddle and more. There is a great mix of wetlands, prairies, and woodlands to call your "office" each day, not to mention the Cedar, Iowa and Mississippi Rivers.
Salary: $12/hour - no benefits. No housing Deadline: 03/05/2025
Dallas County - Seasonal Naturalist - Perry, IA
Posted 01/07/2025
This position is responsible for participating in the development and implementation of environmental education programs and assisting in the management of natural resources.
Salary: $17.66 Hourly Deadline: 01/22/2025
Hardin County - PARK/NATURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT INTERNSHIP: - Iowa Falls, IA
Posted 01/07/2025
A great summer experience awaits you!
Salary: $12/Hr plus housing available Deadline: Open Until Filled
Louisa County - Naturalist Intern - Wapello, IA
Posted 01/07/2025
Join the award winning Environmental Education program in Louisa County. We are located in Southeast Iowa, bordered on the east by the Mighty Mississippi and holding the confluence of the Cedar, Iowa and Mississippi Rivers. This is a beautiful area with over 17,000 acres of public land to hunt, fish, hike, bike, paddle, mushroom, berry pick and more.
Salary: $12 per hour; no benefits. No housing Deadline: 03/05/2025
Jefferson County - Naturalist Intern - Fairfield, IA
Posted 01/07/2025
This is a part time, seasonal position under the general supervision of the Naturalist. The intern will assist and prepare environmental education programs and help with office related duties.
Salary: $15 per hour; no benefits, possible housing available. Deadline: 03/05/2025
Cerro Gordo County - Naturalist Intern - Mason City, IA
Posted 01/06/2025
Come help make an impact by facilitating and creating ways to help others connect with and see the beauty of our Iowa. This is a flexible 3–6-month position that gets you both outside and inside, growing and teaching appreciation of nature. Here you can share your passion and inspire care and conservation for our world.
Salary: $17.00/hour with no benefits Deadline: Open Until Filled
Pottawattamie County - Seasonal Environmental Educator/Intern - Honey Creek, IA
Posted 01/06/2025
Individuals in this position are responsible for working with the Environmental Education Department to develop and present all aspects of the interpretive program including, but not limited to, summer camps, general public programs, school programs, and special events under the supervision of the Environmental Education Coordinator and Naturalists.
Salary: $14-15 Deadline: 02/14/2025
Woodbury County - Summer Naturalist Interns (Up to 4 positions) - Sioux City, IA
Posted 01/06/2025
Share your love of nature with children! Naturalist internship creates opportunities to actively participate in environmental education for youth and public; public information activities; nature interpretation and working with live animals at the at the award-winning Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center and Woodbury County Parks.
Salary: $14.00 per hour Deadline: 02/07/2025
Pottawattamie County - Natural Areas Management Season Intern - Honey Creek, IA
Posted 01/06/2025
4 positions available and housing may be provided. Join our team and help us in managing prairie and oak woodlands in the Loess Hills.
Salary: $14-15 Deadline: 02/14/2025
Des Moines County - Seasonal (Summer) Naturalist Internship - Burlington, IA
Posted 01/06/2025
The individual plans, develops, and presents environmental education, interpretation, conservation education, and outdoor recreation programs for youth summer camps
Salary: $15-17 hourly Deadline: 02/21/2025
Cerro Gordo County - Seasonal Conservation Technician - Mason City, IA
Posted 01/06/2025
Interested in pursuing a career in Conservation, or just love working outdoors? CGCC is hiring seasonal staff to assist with the management of nearly 4,000 acres of parks, wildlife areas, and trails. This is a great place to spend your summer building your resume, while helping to preserve and enhance our natural resources and outdoor recreation opportunities!
Salary: $17.00/hour with no benefits Deadline: Open Until Filled
Crawford County - Seasonal Park and Nature Center Attendants - Denison, IA
Posted 01/06/2025
We have several job openings at Nelson Park, Yellow Smoke Park, and the Nature Center. Work dates are approximately mid-May through Labor Day, up to $13/hr, 40 hr/wk. Varies between day shifts and evening shifts, weekend and holiday work required.
Salary: Up to $13/hr Deadline: Open Until Filled
Ida County - Naturalist Intern- Part time - Ida Grove, IA
Posted 01/03/2025
Ida County Conservation is seeking a naturalist intern to help mainly with summer nature camps. Camp activities include fishing, canoeing, archery, hikes, STEM activities, live animals, and more. This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in early childhood education, outdoor recreation, or a biology related field.
Salary: $14/hour Deadline: 03/06/2025
Black Hawk County - Natural Resource Intern - Waterloo/Cedar Falls, IA
Posted 01/02/2025
Under general direction of the Wildlife Conservationist I & II, assists with planning, coordinating, and performing field work.
Salary: $14.00/hr Deadline: 02/28/2025
Black Hawk County - Seasonal Park Maintenance Workers - Waterloo/Cedar Falls/La Porte City, IA
Posted 01/02/2025
The Black Hawk County Conservation Department is seeking to fill multiple full time and part time Seasonal Park Maintenance Worker positions to work during the months of April thru November 2025. Applicants will be contacted directly by the Hiring Manager if selected to receive an interview.
Salary: $14/hour Deadline: 03/31/2025
Clinton County - Seasonal Conservation Technician - Camanche, IA
Posted 12/27/2024
Seasonal position working in Clinton County's east district parks and wildlife areas. Position based out of Rock Creek Marina & Campground near Camanche, IA
Salary: $13.50 per Hour Deadline: Open Until Filled
Clinton County - Seasonal Concession Worker - Camanche, IA
Posted 12/27/2024
Seasonal concession worker at Rock Creek Marina and Campground working 20-29 per week.
Salary: $12.00 per hour Deadline: Open Until Filled
Clinton County - Seasonal Conservation Technician - Baldwin, IA
Posted 12/27/2024
Seasonal position working in Clinton County's west district parks and wildlife areas. Position based out of Eden Valley Park near Baldwin, IA.
Salary: $13.50/hour Deadline: Open Until Filled
Warren County - Summer Naturalists - 2025 - Indianola, IA
Posted 12/26/2024
Warren County Conservation is hiring two summer naturalists to work with the Environmental Education team. The summer naturalist will assist with summer day camps, outdoor recreation, and other summer environmental education programming.
Salary: $14/hr Deadline: Open Until Filled
Warren County - Seasonal Conservation Aide - Indianola, IA
Posted 12/26/2024
Come join an amazing team that helps manage 2,700 acres; including biking and hiking trails, natural resource areas, camp grounds, and a nature center. This position is under the general supervision of the Park Superintendent. Primary duties include mowing, landscaping, and general maintenance of all Conservation Board areas.
Salary: $14-$15/hr DOE Deadline: Open Until Filled
Winneshiek County - Summer Internships - Fort Atkinson, IA
Posted 12/23/2024
Spend your summer with a fun, professional staff while building your job skills and your resume in the beautiful Driftless Region of Iowa! Winneshiek County Conservation is now hiring interns for summer 2025. Housing available as needed for seasonal positions.
Deadline: 02/14/2025
Iowa County - Seasonal Conservation Aide - Ladora, IA
Posted 12/20/2024
Under general supervision of the Director & Rangers, assists in the development and maintenance of Iowa County Conservation Board (ICCB) wildlife areas, campground, equipment, and facilities.
Salary: $13/hr Deadline: 04/15/2025
Van Buren County - Morris Park Campground Host - Stockport, IA
Posted 12/18/2024
Morris Park Campground Host Wanted. Enjoy the summer at this forested campground located in Van Buren County.
Salary: $300/month Deadline: Open Until Filled
Clayton County - Seasonal Naturalist/Resource Tech - Elkader, IA
Posted 12/17/2024
Clayton County Conservation is now hiring for a Seasonal Naturalist/Resource Technician for summer of 2025, apply today!
Salary: $14.00/hr Deadline: 03/10/2025
Clayton County - Seasonal Maintenance - Elkader, IA
Posted 12/17/2024
Clayton County Conservation is now hiring for seasonal maintenance employees for summer 2025.
Salary: $14.00/hr Deadline: 03/10/2025
Clayton County - Seasonal Naturalist - Elkader, IA
Posted 12/17/2024
Clayton County Conservation is now hiring for a seasonal naturalist for summer 2025!
Salary: $14.00/hr Deadline: 03/10/2025
Lyon County - Park Attendant - Inwood, IA
Posted 12/16/2024
Full-time/seasonal position at Lake Pahoja Recreation Area - FREE IN PARK HOUSING PROVIDED - every other weekend off.
Salary: $16.00/hour Deadline: 02/28/2025
Lyon County - Gate Attendant - Inwood, IA
Posted 12/16/2024
Lyon County Conservation is seeking a seasonal gate attendant at Lake Pahoja Recreational Park, able to work various weekday hours including weekends and holidays.
Salary: $12.00/per hour Deadline: 02/28/2025
Linn County - Conservation Seasonal - Cedar Rapids, IA
Posted 12/16/2024
The Linn County Conservation Department has temporary (full-time) openings available for the 2025 warm recreation season.
Salary: $15 to $16.50 an hour Deadline: Open Until Filled
Lyon County - Naturalist Intern - Inwood, IA
Posted 12/16/2024
Lyon County Conservation is seeking a seasonal intern to assist with summer camps and programs at Lake Pahoja Recreation Area and Lyon County Nature Center under the general direction of the Naturalist.
Salary: Based on experience & schooling Deadline: 02/28/2025
Lyon County - Seasonal Conservation Worker - Inwood, IA
Posted 12/16/2024
Lyon County Conservation is seeking a seasonal conservation worker to assist in the basic maintenance of the parks & grounds at Lake Pahoja Recreational Park.
Salary: $14.00/hour Deadline: 02/28/2025
Story County - Seasonal Naturalist - Ames, IA
Posted 12/02/2024
Two positions will offer opportunities to observe and participate in nature interpretation, environmental education and outdoor public programming. Naturalists may assume assigned tasks of increased responsibility. These positions will start May 19, 2025, and will end approximately August 22, 2025. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Environmental Education Coordinator and Naturalist.
Salary: $14.00/hr Deadline: Open Until Filled
Story County - Vegetation Management Aide - Nevada, IA
Posted 12/02/2024
Performs technical work planting native vegetation, conducting prescribed burns, controlling brush, mowing, applying herbicide, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Vegetation Management Biologist and Vegetation Management Specialist.
Salary: $15.25/hour Deadline: Open Until Filled
Story County - Conservation Aide - Ames, IA
Posted 12/02/2024
Three month position which performs manual work assisting with the maintenance and enhancement of conservation properties, such as natural areas, parks, campgrounds, and trails, and related work as assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Operations Supervisor or Natural Resource Specialist.
Salary: $14/hr Deadline: Open Until Filled
Van Buren County - Bentonsport Campground Host - Bentonsport, IA
Posted 11/13/2024
Enjoy a free campsite on the banks of the Des Moines River in the historic village of Bentonsport.
Salary: $200/month Deadline: Open Until Filled
Story County - Campground Attendant - Colo or Zearing, IA
Posted 11/04/2024
Two resident campground attendant positions (one at each site) are available for the 2025 camping season at both Dakins Lake in Zearing and Hickory Grove Park in Colo.
Salary: $240/week Deadline: Open Until Filled
Wapello County - Pioneer Ridge Campground Host 2025 - Bloomfield, IA
Posted 10/24/2024
Spend your camping season in the beautiful 995-acre Pioneer Ridge Nature Area!
Salary: $200/month Deadline: Open Until Filled
Polk County - EQUESTRIAN INTERN - Granger, IA
Posted 10/04/2024
Under direct supervision of a specified Unit Manager, assists in performing duties as assigned in accordance with the student’s educational program and the needs of the unit to which the student is assigned; and to perform related duties as assigned. Assists in varied assignments such as technical/professional work, research, analysis, and other duties as assigned. This Intern position is with Polk County Conservation Equine Department. The ideal candidate will need to be able to commit to 4
Salary: $16.00 per Hour Deadline: Open Until Filled
Linn County - Natural Resource Aide - Marion, IA
Posted 08/30/2024
2 temporary (full-time) openings available for the 2024/2025 fall through spring season (Mid-October through Mid-April).
Salary: $15 - $16 per hour Deadline: Open Until Filled
Montgomery County - Seasonal Recreation Aide - Red Oak, IA
Posted 03/15/2023
Montgomery County Conservation is hiring a seasonal aide to help maintain parks and assist management practices in our wildlife areas. Our seasonal aide duties include campground maintenance, mowing & trail grooming, invasive removal, assisting with prescribed burns, assisting with education programs as needed, and more.
Salary: Experience-based Deadline: Open Until Filled
Polk County - Campground Host - Granger, IA
Posted 07/25/2014
Polk County Conservation is developing a list of interested persons you would want to be a Campground Host in one of our excellent parks in Polk County. If you would like to be considered for the upcoming camping seasons, please apply.
Salary: $20-$30 Daily, Free Camping Site Deadline: Open Until Filled
