Nature Center Manager

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Job Location:
Burr Oak Woods Nature Center - Blue Springs, MO

Closing Date:
October 13, 2026

Interview Date: TBD

Our Culture:
The Missouri Department of Conservation supports a culture of trusted professionals that is dedicated to our mission, responsible stewards, and believe in One MDC.

To learn more about the job, feel free to contact the hiring supervisor,Claudine A Lambat Claudine.

Lamb.gov or at , ext. 1128, during regular business hours. We would love to hear from you!

Provide operational leadership to the Nature Center.

• Supervise, coach, and mentor staff through team meetings and professional development.
• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and local regulations.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate all interpretive programs and hunter education classes.
• Manage overall building operations, including facility scheduling, and exhibit and grounds maintenance.
• Prepare and monitor the budget.
• Communicate with the authorities for burglar/fire alarms.
• Coordinate press releases, newsletters, and other marketing efforts
• Assist with CWD testing and prescribed burns.

• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Interpretation, Education, Biology, Forestry or related.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in interpretation, resource management, nature center direction or related work, two (2) years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity.
• Must maintain a current, valid driver’s license.
• CPR and First Aid training required, certification preferred.
• National Association for Interpretation Certification preferred.
• Firearms training may be required.

• Ability to use office equipment, such as copier, multi-line phone system, fax machine, scanner, and computer.
• Excellent customer service, as well as, oral and written communication skills.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Basic accounting and human resources knowledge.
• Ability to travel and stay overnight.
• Ability to work varying shifts and hours, as needed.
• Holds self and team accountable for safety, conduct, performance, professional development, and public engagement.
• Models and upholds the Department’s Code of Conduct, ensuring professional and ethical behavior.
• Motivates, coaches, and develops team members to achieve organizational goals and maximize performance.
• Applies strategic thinking, planning, budgeting, and conservation business principles to decision-making.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Department policies, procedures, and supervisory responsibilities.
• Identifies opportunities for improvement, analyzes root causes, and implements effective solutions.
• Gives and receives constructive feedback while providing timely coaching and support.
• Sets clear SMART objectives, provides resources, and empowers teams to take ownership of results.
• Balances operational efficiency with effective staff management to deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Collaborates across diverse perspectives, communicates clearly, and fosters a culture of innovation, accountability, organizational values, and talent development.
• Demonstrates strategic vision by understanding the long-term direction of the Department and Branch, aligning priorities and values, and communicating a clear path toward achieving program goals.
• Work may be performed outdoors where hot, cold, wet and/or humid conditions are present.
• Occasionally exposed to loud noises which may require the use of hearing protection.

• Move about grounds, both inside and outside of buildings.
• Constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.
• Frequently communicate and exchange accurate information.
• Clarity of vision at 20 inches or…