Part-Time Nature Center Receptionist & Guest Experience

My County Parks; Sioux City (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

Woodbury County is seeking a part-time receptionist for the Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center. The role averages 24 hours per week, with duties including greeting visitors, answering phones, managing rentals, and supporting education programs.

The position requires weekend, weekday, and evening availability, plus basic office skills, CPR/First Aid training, and a valid driver’s license. The County emphasizes safe practices and excellent public service.

Qualifications

• Ability to work weekends, weekdays, evenings and some holidays as needed.
• Knowledge of general office procedures and ability to operate PC, printer, A-V equipment, cash register and card machine.
• Ability to communicate tactfully and courteously with others.
• Ability to communicate orally to groups and individuals in various settings.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• CPR training and basic first aid within a required time frame.

Responsibilities

• Answer phones and greet visitors at the Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center.
• Oversee Nature Center opening/closing and rentals, including room use and setup.
• Staff the reception desk and assist with program support and information services.
• Assist with exhibit areas, animal care, and volunteer oversight as needed.
• Provide tours, brochures, posters, and display support for events.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Office procedures

Cash handling

CPR training

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Cash register

A-V equipment

Printer

Computer

Job description

Woodbury County is seeking a part-time receptionist for the Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center. The role averages 24 hours per week, with duties including greeting visitors, answering phones, managing rentals, and supporting education programs.

The position requires weekend, weekday, and evening availability, plus basic office skills, CPR/First Aid training, and a valid driver’s license. The County emphasizes safe practices and excellent public service.