Employment

Seasonal Conservation Aide Positions

The Clay County Conservation Board is now accepting applications for Seasonal Conservation Aide positions.

  • These seasonal employees will be working approximately 12 – 16 weeks at 40 hours/week during the spring and summer months.
  • Some weekend work may be required throughout the course of the seasonal employment term.
  • ​Applicants need to be energetic, highly motivated, and possess strong leadership traits.
  • Conservation Aides are required to be intelligent individuals who are willing to follow detailed directions from full-time staff members and perform high-quality work until objective completion.
  • Conservation Aide duties and objectives will include:
    • park and right-of-way maintenance,
    • natural resources and wildlife habitat management,
    • mechanical tree and brush removal to right-of-ways (Integrated Roadside Vegetation Management),
    • equipment maintenance, operating of vehicles and equipment,
    • assisting with environmental education programs and classes,
    • land/water management, and
    • assisting with any other conservation program activities.

Students working towards a degree in the field of Conservation or Parks & Rec are encouraged to apply.  This is a perfect way to gain experience in the field!

The seasonal Conservation Aide positions will be compensated at $12.00 - $14.00 per hour.

The 2024 seasonal applications will be accepted until all positions are filled.

For more information regarding this employment opportunity, please contact the Clay County Conservation Board at 712-262-2187.

Application may be obtained from the link below:

Download Our Job Application