County Conservation Executive Director

Conservation Executive Director

Monroe County Conservation has an opening for a Conservation Executive Director.

To apply, interested persons may obtain an application form from the Monroe County Auditor’s Office or online at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Please return a completed application, cover letter, resume and references to:
Auditor’s Office, 10 Benton Avenue East, Albia, Iowa 52531, or auditora.gov, due by or marked by 4:00 pm Friday, January 30, 2026.

The position will require maintaining, protecting and developing Conservation, Natural Resources and Outdoor Sports in Monroe County. The position is also responsible for providing services and maintenance, primarily at Lake Miami and the Monroe County Sports Complex. Days and hours required vary seasonally. Ability to travel for training is required. A full job description is available at the Monroe County Auditor’s Office or online roecoia.us/job openings.htm.

Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree or AA with a conservation reference or equivalent experience in a related field. Experience regarding connections to conservation and outdoor education; awareness of conservation laws and outdoor recreation rules; maintenance, supervisory and organizational skills; maintenance equipment skills; and experience in community programs is preferred. Proficient computer operation & software knowledge as it is used in day-to-day operations.

Position is subject to passing a pre-employment physical, criminal background check, and drug/alcohol testing. It is the policy of Monroe County to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disabilities, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law and as provided by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and the Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987 (P.L. 100.259).

Interested applicants claiming Veterans Preference pursuant to Iowa Code Section 35C.1 must submit supporting documents with your application package to verify your preference claim. It is Monroe County’s intent and desire that equal employment opportunities will be provided in employment, recruitment and selection. Disabled applicants who need accommodations to make application for this position should make their needs known to the Employer.