Conservation Educator I(Interim)(Non-Merit)

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Kentucky; On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

37.5-hour work week

Paid time off

Overtime pay

Health insurance

Life insurance

Retirement

Wellness incentives program

Training and career development

Deferred Compensation 401K

Employee discounts

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky's Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Resources department seeks a Conservation Educator I in the Information and Education Division for the Central District. The role engages the public, highlights conservation, and educates about Kentucky's native species through programs and events.

This interim position involves presenting to 4th–6th graders, assisting with conservation camps, outreach to diverse audiences, handling applications, and supporting camp staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a natural or physical science, education, recreation, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and presents conservation education programs to 4th, 5th, and 6th grade students in an assigned area.
• Assists camp staff and promotes agency mission by providing instruction at conservation camps regarding education programs and outdoor/shooting skills.
• Researches literature pertinent to conservation education programs; arranges PowerPoint presentations for educational use.
• Assists with youth hunting, fishing, and outdoor skills events; performs outreach programs for the general public within district.
• Distributes and processes camp applications; arranges camper transportation within district; answers parent inquiries regarding camp applications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Public speaking

Outreach programs

Hunter education cert.

First Aid/CPR cert.

Education

Bachelor's degree in natural or physical science, education, recreation, or related field

Tools

PowerPoint

Job description

Advertisement Closes

10/12/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

Pay Grade

12

Salary

$36,426.00 - $54,639.12 Annually

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | LESS THAN 9 MONTHS MAXIMUM | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A

Hiring Agency

Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Resources

Location

Location Varies

Description

Would you like to work with people who are dedicated to conserving the Commonwealth’s fish and wildlife resources? Do you want to be part of an agency that provides opportunities for everyone to enjoy the outdoors by fishing, hunting, boating, recreational shooting, wildlife watching or related activities in Kentucky? Join us in the exciting, innovative, and rewarding environment of the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources (KDFWR)! Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources strives to maintain healthy populations of fish and wildlife across the state. The employees of Kentucky Fish and Wildlife are passionate about the resources they manage. The Information and Education Division of Kentucky Fish and Wildlife teaches the public about the importance of conservation and our agency's role in it.

The Conservation Educator I in the Information and Education Division plays a key role in engaging the public, highlighting the importance of conservation and the agency’s leadership in protecting Kentucky’s natural resources. The Central District Branch is seeking a self-motivated qualified candidate to educate and inform the public about Kentucky’s native animal species and how the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources helps to conserve them.

This is an Interim position. An Interim position means a position established to address a one-time or recurring need of less than nine (9) months duration and exempt from the classified service under KRS 18A.115.

Responsibilities and job duties

• Schedules and presents conservation education programs to 4th, 5th, and 6th grade students in an assigned area.
• Assists the camp staff and promote the mission of agency by providing instruction at the conservation camps in regard to: the education programs and the outdoor and shooting skills.
• Researches literature pertinent to conservation education programs; arranges power point presentations for educational use.
• Assists with youth hunting, fishing, and outdoor skills events; performs outreach programs for the general public within district.
• Distributes and processes camp applications; arranges camper transportation within district; answers parent inquiries regarding camp applications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred skills

• Knowledgeable about the principles of conservation education, care, and training of birds of prey, and a variety of other native animals, such as bears, bobcats, snakes, etc.
• Have classroom and public speaking experience and be able to engage diverse audiences effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Possess at least one certification in hunter education, hunter education instructor, boater education, Project Wild, American Red Cross cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), first aid, automated external defibrillator (AED).

Benefits & perks

• A 37.5-hour work week (with occasional overtime required)
• Paid time off (sick and vacation) plus paid holidays
• Overtime and compensatory time
• Affordable health insurance with optional Health Reimbursement Account
• Life insurance
• Retirement
• Wellness incentives program
• Training and career development opportunities; paid continuing education
• Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K)
• Employee discounts on electronics; health and wellness; retail; travel, events and entertainment; and services and education

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION:

Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in a natural or physical science, education, recreation, or related field.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:

NONE

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:

NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:

NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):

Must be at least 21 years old. Must possess a valid driver's license prior to employment in this job classification. Must obtain either a hunting or fishing license issued by the KDFWR, Hunter Education certification, and a certification in first aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) during the first six months of employment. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials. Must be able to use firearms and archery equipment safely and proficiently, lift heavy objects, carry 25 pounds of equipment several hundred yards, and operate outdoors during inclement weather. Must be able to run, stoop, bend, push, pull, and lift heavy object or child from an unsafe place and traverse rugged terrain.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an outdoor classroom setting and/or on outdoor firing ranges. May work in a residential camp setting with 200 campers per week.

Contact

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Eric Schulte at [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D