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[Oct 12] Environmental Specialist (Environmental Compliance Data & Reporting Specialist)

The DNR seeks an Environmental Program Specialist to manage the EPCRA Tier II Program, support CWA compliance data systems, and assist over 4,700 businesses.

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September 28, 2026
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[Oct 12] Environmental Specialist (Environmental Compliance Specialist)

Iowa DNR seeks an Environmental Specialist in Manchester, IA to conduct compliance inspections and protect natural resources. Closing date: October 12, 2026.

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September 28, 2026
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[Oct 12] Environmental Specialist Senior (Western Iowa Basin Coordinator)

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking an Environmental Specialist Senior to join our Water Quality Improvement team.

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September 28, 2026
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[Oct 12] Environmental Specialist Senior (SRF Administration & Compliance Lead)

The Iowa DNR is seeking an Environmental Specialist Senior to lead our State Revolving Fund (SRF) program and help protect Iowa's water resources.

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September 28, 2026
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[Oct 8] Program Support Associate

Iowa DNR seeks a Program Support Associate in Atlantic, IA to assist the Field Services and Compliance Bureau with environmental programs and reporting.

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September 25, 2026
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[Oct 1] Environmental Compliance Specialist

Apply for the Iowa DNR Environmental Compliance Specialist position in Atlantic, IA. Help conserve natural resources through inspections and compliance.

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September 18, 2026
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[Sept 30] Environmental Specialist (Water Supply Permit Writer)

The Water Supply Permit Writer role at the Iowa DNR protects public drinking water and administers SDWA provisions at the Des Moines facility.

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September 17, 2026
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[Oct 8] Engineer EIT - Land and Waters Bureau

Iowa DNR is hiring an Engineer EIT to preserve public lands. Open to December 2026 engineering graduates. Apply by October 9, 2026.

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September 4, 2026
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Don’t miss your chance to get hands-on fisheries career experience 2026

Summer seasonal positions at Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) fisheries offices are open for applications until Jan. 16.

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December 16, 2025
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Seasonal Park Employee

Iowa DNR is hiring seasonal park/forest positions for summer 2026. Work outdoors in conservation, park operations, or visitor engagement.

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December 9, 2025
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Seasonal Patrol Officers at Iowa State Parks / OHV Parks

Strengthen existing skills and build new ones working alongside law enforcement professionals in one or more of Iowa's state parks, state forest, or OHV parks.

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December 9, 2025
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Summer seasonal Water Patrol Officer positions open

The temporary, summer employees of the Iowa DNR Law Enforcement Bureau are positions of high responsibility.

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November 18, 2025
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[Dec 15] Seasonal Water Patrol Officer - Law Enforcement (LE) Bureau

Water Patrol Officers are often the first to respond to the scene of emergencies such as accidents, missing persons or other calls for assistance.

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October 3, 2025
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Looking for a summer job in natural resources?

The DNR is hiring seasonal park aides to work in Iowa state parks and forests this summer.

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March 22, 2024
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State Forests
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Iowa State Parks and Forests seek seasonal employees for summer 2024

The DNR Parks, Forests and Preserves Bureau has openings for recreational aides and seasonal patrol officers across the state park system for summer 2024.

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January 30, 2024

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