Wildlife Refuge Visitor Services Ambassador

American Conservation Experience - EPIC; Forest City (MO); On-site; USD 16,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Living allowance

Gear reimbursement

Provided training and orientation

Job summary

American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), is seeking a part-time Visitor Services Member to contribute to visitor services projects at Loess Bluffs National Wildlife Refuge in Forest City, Missouri.

The position runs for about 35 weeks from October/November 2026, with a minimum commitment of 16 hours per week and a living allowance of $352/week.

Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Willing to undergo a background check and provide bi-weekly timesheets.
• Must be 21+ to drive due to ACE’s insurance and liability requirements.

Responsibilities

• Open, close, and staff the visitor center.
• Coordinate with volunteers to staff front desk and participate in outreach events.
• Coordinate with partners to develop and plan environmental education/outreach events.
• Prepare and conduct on- and off-site environmental education programs for diverse audiences.
• Assist with development or revision of environmental education materials.
• Work with Friends of Loess Bluffs NWR to schedule events and manage the visitor center nature store.

Skills

Work authorization in the UnitedStates

Professional demeanor

Self-directed work

Valid driver's license

Criminal history check

Job description

American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), is seeking a part-time Visitor Services Member to contribute to visitor services projects at Loess Bluffs National Wildlife Refuge in Forest City, Missouri.

The position runs for about 35 weeks from October/November 2026, with a minimum commitment of 16 hours per week and a living allowance of $352/week.