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Permanent Jobs
Fayette County - Environmental Educator / Office Assistant - Fayette, IA
Posted 06/15/2026
Looking for a candidate to join our team of 11 in northeast Iowa.
Salary: $48,000 - $51,000 Deadline: 06/26/2026
Story County - Director of Conservation - Ames, IA
Posted 06/12/2026
The Story County Conservation Board is seeking an experienced and visionary leader to serve as its next Conservation Director. The Conservation Director is responsible for providing strategic leadership, direction, and oversight of the County's conservation programs, natural resource management initiatives, parks, and environmental education programs.
Salary: $120,799.24 - $174,953.31 Annually Deadline: 07/12/2026
Linn County - District Park Ranger - CEDAR RAPIDS, IA
Posted 06/11/2026
Manages natural resources and facilities within Wanatee Park near Marion by overseeing operations, public services, and staff.
Salary: $84,593 - $101,260 Deadline: 06/21/2026
Harrison County - Naturalist - Woodbine, IA
Posted 06/02/2026
Responsible for the development of lesson plans and other related educational materials for use in educating the public and targeted groups about nature, conservation and the environment. Target groups to include, but not limited to: public schools, home school groups, civic clubs, community organizations, senior citizens & nursing homes, disability groups and the general public.
Salary: $48,000-$55,000 depending on experience Deadline: 07/05/2026
Boone County - Park Ranger/ Natural Resource Technician - Madrid, IA
Posted 05/29/2026
Permanent, full-time position: Park Ranger / Natural Resource Technician performs a variety of duties in the Conservation Board’s campgrounds, parks, and wildlife areas.
Salary: $48,000-$55,000 Deadline: 06/29/2026
Winneshiek County - Executive Director - Fort Atkinson, IA
Posted 05/22/2026
Seeking an accomplished leader with demonstrated success, strong motivation, and a passion for conservation to serve as the Executive Director. This position involves strategic planning, budgeting, staff supervision, and community engagement. This position is responsible for planning and directing a wide-ranging program that includes park and trail management, outdoor recreation, environmental education, and natural resources management
Salary: $80,683 Deadline: Open Until Filled
Palo Alto County - Park Technician - Ruthven, IA
Posted 05/21/2026
Don't miss the opportunity to join our dedicated staff while learning hand on management practices. Palo Alto County Conservation Board actively manages 2,800 acres of prairies, wetlands, and timbers. If you enjoy working outside while enhancing parks & wildlife areas, this job is for you.
Salary: $45,000 Deadline: Open Until Filled
Woodbury County - Assistant Resource Manager - Little Sioux Park - Correctionville, IA
Posted 01/16/2026
One full-time hourly, FLSA non-exempt position, projected to start as soon as possible. Position works with the Resource Manager. The position will be involved with all aspects of park and wildlife area management and maintenance, law enforcement, supervision of personnel, and interaction with the public. County Application Form & Resume required.
Salary: Range: $57,528 - $67,697 Annually plus benefits Deadline: Open Until Filled
Seasonal Jobs
Linn County - Conservation Parks Seasonal - Marion, IA
Posted 05/19/2026
The Linn County Conservation Department has temporary (full-time) Park Attendant openings available for the 2026 warm recreation season based out of Wanatee Park, Marion Iowa.
Salary: $15 - $16.50 an hour Deadline: Open Until Filled
Jones County - Seasonal Conservation Aide - Center Junction, IA
Posted 04/06/2026
Full Time 3, 6 or 9 month Seasonal Conservation Aide employment opportunities. All in Jones County with over 20 public areas within the Wapsipinicon and Maquoketa River Valleys.
Salary: $16.32 per hour Deadline: Open Until Filled
Johnson County - Summer Assoc. Marketing, Education, & Outreach - Oxford, IA
Posted 03/30/2026
Johnson County Conservation provides no-cost education programs to thousands each year through immersive field trips, public events, festivals, summer camps, wilderness treks, and community partnerships. Join this dynamic team and help us expand our programing and continue to enhance our program outreach!
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Sac County - Summer Conservation Aide - Sac City, IA
Posted 03/30/2026
Here is your opportunity to gain great, outdoor conservation work experience while enjoying all that Sac County has to offer.
Salary: $15 to $16 per hour DOE Deadline: Open Until Filled
Clinton County - Campground Host - Calamus, IA
Posted 03/09/2026
Campground Host needed for Sherman Park Campground for the 2026 camping season. Host is provided with a full hookup campsite for the season and $750 payable at the end of the season.
Salary: $750 stipend Deadline: Open Until Filled
Adair County - Seasonal Conservation Aide - Greenfield, IA
Posted 02/19/2026
Maintain parks and wildlife areas in Adair County from May-September.
Salary: $15 Deadline: Open Until Filled
Mahaska County - Summer Conservation Technician - Oskaloosa , IA
Posted 01/27/2026
Looking for a meaningful summer job? Join Mahaska County Conservation as a Summer Conservation Technician and gain real-world experience in park maintenance, visitor services, and natural resource management—all while working outdoors.
Salary: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour (depending on experience). Deadline: Open Until Filled
Marshall County - Vegetation Management Aide - Marshalltown, IA
Posted 01/23/2026
Marshall County Conservation is hiring a Vegetation Management Aide! Help with planting native vegetation, managing invasive species, and maintaining natural areas. Work outdoors in a supportive, team-focused environment. Great hands-on experience for those interested in conservation.
Salary: $17.25 Deadline: Open Until Filled
Woodbury County - Summer Ranger (Up to 6 positions) - Correctionville/Salix/Smithland, IA
Posted 01/12/2026
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 $16.25/hour Deadline: Open Until Filled
Woodbury County - Summer Park Maintenance Worker (Up to 7 positions) - Correctionville/Salix/Smithland, IA
Posted 01/12/2026
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 $14.25/hour Deadline: Open Until Filled
Clinton County - Seasonal Conservation Technician - Camanche, IA
Posted 01/09/2026
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 Conservation Technician - Baldwin, IA
Posted 01/09/2026
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
Clinton County - Seasonal Concession Worker - Camanche, IA
Posted 01/09/2026
Seasonal concession worker at Rock Creek Marina and Campground working 20-29 per week.
Salary: $12.00 per hour Deadline: Open Until Filled
Clay County - Seasonal Conservation Aide - Spencer, IA
Posted 12/02/2025
Spend the summer in beautiful Clay County! Have fun working outdoors in our county! Enjoy northwest Iowa recreational opportunities.
Salary: $13.50 - $15.50 per hour Deadline: Open Until Filled
Greene County - Campground Host - Scranton, IA
Posted 03/27/2025
Greene County Conservation is seeking a Campground Host for the 2025 season at Hyde Park near Scranton, Iowa. A free full-hookup campsite will be provided for the season as compensation for being the host at the campground.
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Fayette County - Summer Seasonal - Elgin, IA
Posted 02/04/2025
Fayette County Conservation is looking for 5 seasonals to join our team for the summer of 2025.
Salary: $13.00-14.00 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
