The seasonal and permanent career opportunities listed below have been provided to us from the employers listed with the job descriptions. Please read the information carefully, and make note of the application procedures and deadlines. Inquires should be made directly to the employers as noted - either via email or telephone.
Current Openings
Permanent
The Carroll County Conservation Board is accepting applications for a full time Naturalist. Work will be based out of the Conservation Education Center at Swan Lake and you will be able to put your talents to work on our well established environmental education program. Work directly with our Environmental Education Coordinator to help grow our environmental education program in a county full of opportunities.
Salary: 44,000-47,000 DOQ
Are you passionate about working outdoors and preserving our natural spaces? We're looking for motivated individuals to assist in maintaining Dubuque County's beautiful parks and facilities. This hands-on role involves everything from trail maintenance and landscaping to assisting park visitors and ensuring our public spaces are top-notch!
Salary: $25.18 - $28.78 Hourly
Under the general direction of the Conservation Director, maintains the department’s natural areas, equipment, and park maintenance. Coordinates with other staff on implementing the management practices for all wildlife areas and parks. Acts as the Harrison County Weed Commissioner.
Salary: $47,000
Under the direct supervision of the Palo Alto County Conservation Director, the Park Technician will work closely with the Operations Supervisor to carry out all aspects of Palo Alto County Conservation Board goals. These aspects include prairie restoration, wetland management, timber management, prescribed fire, janitorial, park maintenance, and managing PACCB campground.
Salary: $42,000 to $45,000 DOQ
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
Plans programs in Wayne County for schools and for the general public.
Deadline: Open Until Filled
December College Graduates are encouraged to apply.
Full time Naturalist position with Pocahontas County Conservation. Naturalist will plan, develop, coordinate and present environmental education programs for schools, youth and adult groups and the general public
Salary: $49,816 - $53,872 DOQ
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Taylor County Conservation is hiring for a full-time conservation technician.
Salary: Based on experience
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Seasonal
Spend your camping season in the beautiful 995-acre Pioneer Ridge Nature Area!
Salary: $200/month
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Temporary position which performs manual work assisting with the maintenance and enhancement of conservation properties.
Salary: $13.75/hour
Deadline: Open Until Filled
The natural resource aide will plant native vegetation, conduct prescribed burns, control brush and invasive species, mow, and apply herbicide. Other tasks include: harvesting prairie seed, using chainsaws, maintaining tools, equipment, and facilities, and performing general maintenance. The natural resource aide must maintain working relationships with the public and other employees.
Salary: $13.75/hour
Deadline: Open Until Filled
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 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 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
