Conservation Technician

This position will assist with management, maintenance, and development of parks, trails, campgrounds and public wildlife areas within Mitchell County. Assist with planning and implementation of new and existing projects, maintenance, repair, construction, recreation, education, and other services to the public.

Minimum Education Requirement: Associate’s degree in outdoor recreation, parks management, natural resources, or a closely related field preferred; or a high school diploma/GED combined with a minimum of two (2) years of experience in park operations, maintenance, or related work. Qualifying experience may include carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, equipment operation, or other skills associated with the position's essential duties and responsibilities.

• Must possess a valid Iowa Driver’s License
• Class A Commercial Driver’s License (or able to obtain within approximately 1 year of hire)
• Wildland Fire Training in S-130, S-190 (or able to obtain within approximately 1 year of hire)

Full Job Description can be found at the county website

Compensation: $54,000 - $57,000 yearly

County benefits include:
Health Insurance, vacation, sick time, and IPERS.

Work Hours:

Tuesday-Friday: 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as assigned.

Applications and resumes can be mailed, emailed or delivered in person with attention to Mike Miner to Mitchell County Conservation Board, at 1879-3 Highway 9 Osage, IA 50461 or (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).

Final date to receive applications is June 15, 2026 at 4:00pm.

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Applications or resumes can be mailed, emailed or delivered in person with attention to Mike Miner to Mitchell County Conservation, at 1879-3 Highway 9 Osage, IA 50461 or