Employment

Do you care about the environment and want to make a difference in the world? Do you like to work in an action-oriented, exciting, diverse, high-energy and challenging workplace? If you are a team player, highly productive, accountable with an eye for customer service, then the DNR is the right place for you.

The DNR is seeking a senior-level civil design engineer to join our team. As a design engineer, you will be responsible for lead design work on a wide variety of civil construction projects from concept through construction, with duties that include communicating with park managers and wildlife biologists, CAD drafting (experience in GIS software, AutoCAD, and/or MicroStation is required), researching and developing cost estimates and bid documents and conducting site visit inspections to verify that contracted work meets specified requirements. In this position, you will be exposed to a wide variety of construction projects that include roadway and transportation, wastewater treatment, drinking water treatment and distribution, boating facilities, wildlife habitat improvement, and water resources.

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Position: Facilities Engineer 2 (Senior Design Engineer) - Land, Waters, Engineering Bureau

The DNR is seeking a senior-level architect to join our team. As the DNR architect, you will be responsible for lead design work on a wide variety of building projects from concept through construction, with duties that include communicating with park managers and wildlife biologists, CAD drafting, researching and developing cost estimates and bid documents and conducting site visit inspections to verify that contracted work meets specified requirements. In this position, you will be exposed to a variety of architectural projects that include new construction and/or renovations of staff offices, shop buildings, storage buildings, restrooms and shower buildings, picnic shelters, and campground kiosks. Additionally, you will be responsible for evaluating the condition of various historic DNR-managed structures, including buildings constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in order to develop maintenance and renovation plans.

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Position: Facilities Engineer 2 (Senior Architect) - Land, Waters, Engineering Bureau

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources manages fish and wildlife programs, ensures the health of Iowa’s forests and prairies, and provides recreational opportunities in Iowa’s state parks. The Engineering Section is a group of design and construction professionals within the DNR that provide critical facility support and manages all construction projects that occur on DNR managed land. The DNR is seeking a mid-level civil design engineer to join our team. As a design engineer, you will be responsible for designing a wide variety of civil construction projects from concept through construction, with duties that includes communicating with park managers and wildlife biologists, CAD drafting (experience in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation is required), research, developing cost estimates, and site visits. In this position, you will be exposed to a wide variety of construction projects that include roadway and transportation, wastewater treatment, drinking water treatment and distribution, boating facilities, wildlife habitat improvement, and water resources.

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Position: Facilities Engineer 1 - Land, Waters, Engineering Bureau

At the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, we are committed to preserving and enhancing the natural resources of our state, including our diverse and beautiful park system. Our State Parks, Forests, and Preserves Bureau is dedicated to ensuring that these natural treasures are enjoyed responsibly by current and future generations. We are currently seeking a motivated and passionate individual to join our team as a Volunteer & Outreach Coordinator. This role plays a crucial part in improving our business operations, developing and enhancing our volunteer program, aligning communication and promotional activities with our business objectives, ensuring operational efficiency of our fleet, and compliance with procurement functions.

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Position: Program Planner 2 - Parks, Forests and Preserves Bureau

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is looking for someone to join its Construction Engineering team. This position will act as the Southwest Iowa District Engineer, covering 17 counties in SW Iowa. As the District Engineer, this position will perform lead engineering work, providing technical advice and assistance in the planning, managing and coordinating of construction, repair, and preventative maintenance for all Department facilities within the district. This position will manage a wide variety of construction projects, ranging from minor culvert replacements to complete campground reconstructions, which include water, wastewater, electrical, and pavement infrastructure replacement. In addition, this position will work closely with industry-leading biologists to design and construct facilities that benefit the environment, whether it be to stabilize the landscape, improve habitat for terrestrial and aquatic species, or to restore areas to a natural state.

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Position: Facilities Engineer 2 - Land, Waters, Engineering Bureau

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking a dedicated and experienced individual to join our team as a Natural Resources Technician 2 (NRT2) at the Clear Lake Wildlife Management Unit. The NRT2 will play a vital role in project administration, habitat management, facility development, and maintenance, ensuring compliance with department policies and regulations while contributing to the conservation and enhancement of natural resources.

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Position: Natural Resources Technician 2 - Wildlife Bureau

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking a dedicated individual to join our team as an Assistant Trout Hatchery Manager at the Decorah Fish Hatchery. This position plays a crucial role in raising and stocking trout into selected streams and community ponds across the state, providing invaluable recreational opportunities to the public. We are looking for candidates who are passionate about coldwater fisheries and motivated to make a difference in Iowa's natural resources. The Trout Hatchery Technician’s focus is on ensuring the successful production and distribution of fish assigned to Decorah, as well as maintaining hatchery equipment, buildings, and grounds. This position requires a strong commitment to trout culture, fish health, and hatchery maintenance.

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Position: Natural Resources Technician 2 - Fisheries Bureau

Seasonal Patrol Officer at Iowa State Parks:
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is seeking (14) Seasonal Patrol Officers with the Parks, Forests, and Preserves Bureau. The positions are located at various state parks across Iowa. The positions are temporary for seasonal employees of the Iowa DNR.

To apply: Candidates are screened and reviewed at the local level. Applicants should email a cover letter and resume to the contact at each location you are interested in serving. Please include available times for interviewing. Deadline to apply: May 1, 2024.
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Seasonal Patrol Officer at Off-Highway Vehicle Parks:
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is seeking (6) Seasonal Patrol Officers with the Parks, Forests, and Preserves Bureau. The positions are located at various off-highway vehicle parks across Iowa. The positions are temporary or seasonal employees of the Iowa DNR.

To apply: Candidates are screened and reviewed at the local level. Applicants should email a cover letter and resume to the contact at each location you are interested in serving. Please include available times for interviewing. Deadline to apply: May 1, 2024.
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Seasonal Park Employee:
Iowa State Parks are seeking motivated individuals to help maintain the park for the 2024 recreation season. Iowa State Parks provide challenging environments to expand park management skills and prepare potential candidates for a career in state parks or similar fields.
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Seasonal Park Employee Opportunities at Iowa State Parks - MAP