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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.

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The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking a qualified and motivated Environmental Engineer to support the development, implementation, and oversight of the Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) program, also known as Water Quality Improvement Plans. This position plays a critical role in addressing water quality issues in impaired water bodies throughout Iowa. The Environmental Engineer will apply a variety of technical, analytical, and collaborative skills to assess pollution sources, develop TMDLs, and facilitate compliance with state and federal water quality regulations.

Closing Date: November 08, 2024 - 11:59 PM

Posting: Natural Resources Technician 1

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking dedicated individuals committed to protecting Iowa's natural resources and providing citizens with recreational opportunities. We currently have an opening for a Wildlife Technician at the Clear Lake Wildlife Unit in Ventura, Iowa.

Closing Date: October 31, 2024 - 11:59 PM

Posting: Natural Resources Technician 1, Wildlife

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is looking for a dedicated natural resource professional to become the next Park Manager of Prairie Rose State Park! If you would love to work in one of Iowa's most beautiful outdoor spaces, to have the ability to work independently with a lot of variety, and to be able to see visible results from your efforts, this may be the position for you. This Park Manger will be located at the picturesque Prairie Rose State Park in South West Iowa.

Closing Date: October 24, 2024 - 11:59 PM

Posting: State Park Manager - Prairie Rose State Park

The temporary, summer employees of the Iowa DNR LE Bureau are positions of high responsibility. Diverse duties include checking for compliance with Iowa's navigation and fishing regulations and helping to ensure a safe recreational environment for the public. Water Patrol Officers also provide public assistance and safety education through personal contacts and by participating in DNR's educational programs. Water Patrol Officers are often the first to respond to the scene of emergencies such as accidents, missing persons or other calls for assistance.

Water Patrol Information Sheet

For specific job duties, requirements, and application information: Position: Seasonal Water Patrol Officer-Law Enforcement Bureau

Locations: The following are POTENTIAL positions that MAY be available. Only indicate on your application those that you are willing and able to work; i.e. only those areas that you would accept employment if offered. Housing is not available with these positions.

Water Patrol:

• IOWA LAKES/DICKINSON COUNTY (NW IOWA)
• STORM LAKE (in Buena Vista County) (NW IOWA)
• BLACK HAWK LAKE (in Sac County) (NW IOWA)
• NORTH TWIN LAKE (in Calhoun County) (NW IOWA)
• MISSISSIPPI RIVER Pool 10 @ MARQUETTE/MACGREGOR (Clayton County) (NE IOWA)
• MISSISSIPPI RIVER Pool 9 @ HARPER'S FERRY (Allamakee County) (NE IOWA)
• MISSISSIPPI RIVER Pool 11 @ DUBUQUE (Dubuque County) (NE IOWA)
• MISSISSIPPI RIVER Pool 12 @ BELLEVUE (Jackson County) (NE IOWA)
• CLEAR LAKE @ (in Cerro Gordo County) (NC IOWA)
• MISSOURI RIVER/LAKE MANAWA (in Pottawattamie County) (SW IOWA)
• MISSOURI RIVER/CARTER LAKE (in Pottawattamie County) (SW IOWA)
• MISSISSIPPI RIVER @ MONTROSE (in Des Moines and Lee Counties) (SE IOWA)
• MISSISSIPPI RIVER @ PRINCETON/CLINTON (Scott and Clinton Counties) (SE IOWA)
• MISSISSIPPI RIVER @ FAIRPORT (Muscatine and Louisa Counties) (SE IOWA)
• CORALVILLE RESERVOIR (in Johnson County) (SE IOWA)
• LAKE RATHBUN (in Appanoose County) (SC IOWA)
• LAKE REDROCK (in Marion County) (SC IOWA)
• SAYLORVILLE LAKE (Polk County) (C IOWA)

The DNR is a diverse organization with 75 different job classifications.

The number following each job title represents the total number of full-time positions in that classification:

Mission:
To conserve and enhance our natural resources in cooperation with individuals and organizations to improve the quality of life in Iowa and ensure a legacy for future generations.

Vision:
Leading Iowans in caring for our natural resources.

Hiring Motto:
Hire the right person for the right job at the right time!

DNR recognizes and strives to capitalize on the fact that employees are our most valuable resource. DNR seeks to recruit, hire, train, develop and retain the very best employees.

Guiding Principles:
Customer Focus, Long-Term Thinking, Results/Outcome Orientation, Data-Based Decisions, Continuous Improvement, Accountability, Empowerment, Valuing Employees, Mutual Respect, Collaboration, and Integrity

Core Competencies:
Accountability, Integrity, High Productivity, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Team Player, Customer Focus, and Technical Skills.

Application Preferences:
DNR highly encourages interested applicants to upload a resume and cover letter when applying for all DNR positions through the DAS NEOGOV application system.