Environmental Education Naturalist — Lead Programs

My County Parks; Algona (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance with options

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

IPERS

Clothing allowance

Cell phone allowance

Job summary

Kossuth Conservation County seeks a Naturalist to coordinate countywide environmental education for schools and the public. The role supervises the Assistant Naturalist, seasonal interns, and volunteers, and oversees displays, brochures, and website content.

Key duties include presenting programs, coordinating field trips, maintaining the nature center displays, and representing the board on related initiatives. Requires a natural resources degree and Iowa driver's license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Natural Resource field or related area.
• Excellent communication skills in speaking and writing.
• Basic computer skills and internet literacy.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate environmental education programs for schools and the public.
• Supervise the Assistant Naturalist, seasonal interns, and volunteers.
• Develop and update displays, brochures, website content, and educational materials.
• Present programs, lead field trips, and manage special school programs.
• Maintain the live animal display and storage areas.
• Represent the Conservation Board on related committees and attend monthly meetings.

Skills

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Natural Resource field or related

Job description

Kossuth Conservation County seeks a Naturalist to coordinate countywide environmental education for schools and the public. The role supervises the Assistant Naturalist, seasonal interns, and volunteers, and oversees displays, brochures, and website content.

Key duties include presenting programs, coordinating field trips, maintaining the nature center displays, and representing the board on related initiatives. Requires a natural resources degree and Iowa driver's license.