Conservation Educator

Missouri Department of Conservation

. Accelerate conservation education in schools and communities through teacher trainings and student programs .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeMissouri • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $52,932 - $66,060 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conservation education and program delivery, with a strong ability to develop curricula and facilitate training for teachers and students. Proven experience in managing educational programs and fostering partnerships with schools and communities.

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Bachelor's Degree In Conservation EducationProfessional Teaching ExperienceCurricular Development For Conservation EducationCustomer Service SkillsGrant Administration

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Hard Skills

Curriculum DevelopmentProgram FacilitationHunter Education InstructionBow Hunter Education InstructionOutdoor Skills TrainingEvent CoordinationExpenditure TrackingAudio Visual Equipment OperationFeral Hog Eradication ManagementChronic Wasting Disease Management

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationRelationship BuildingCustomer Service OrientationTeam CollaborationProfessionalism

Tools & Technologies

Personal ComputerAudio Visual Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Conservation EducationEnvironmental EducationNatural Resource ManagementTeacher TrainingCommunity Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Accelerate conservation education in schools and communities through teacher trainings and student programs
Lead facilitation and delivery of MDC programs, including Hunter Education, Discover Nature Schools, Missouri National Archery in the Schools Program, and Discover Nature Fishing
Partner with schools and communities to create and deliver conservation education
Manage assigned-district programs, teacher trainings, and grant administration
Develop, schedule, and conduct curricula for workshops and training classes
Assist with special events, communication, and marketing efforts
Instruct or assist with Hunter Education, Bow Hunter Education, outdoor skills, youth clinics, hunts, and other in-person and virtual activities
Support statewide conservation education efforts as needed
Participate in statewide conservation priorities such as feral hog eradication and chronic wasting disease management
Answer questions from internal and external stakeholders and customers by telephone, email, and in person
Order supplies and track and control expenditures, including state credit card purchases, with proper documentation and filing
Serve on internal and external committees
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Conservation Education, Environmental Education, Natural Resource Management, or related field
Three (3) years of professional teaching experience in a related subject area
Must maintain a valid, current driver's license
Ability to evaluate and develop curricular material for conservation education
Ability to operate a personal computer and various audio visual equipment
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, school boards, county officials, college and university faculty and administrators, civic groups, Department staff, and news media
Ability to provide quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner
Regular attendance is necessary and essential
Must be a United States citizen or an alien authorized to work in the United States
Must complete Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9) and provide requested documentation after employment
Must submit to a drug screen following offer of employment
Must file Missouri state income tax forms and pay all state income taxes owed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Compensatory time in lieu of cash overtime payments
Mobile device/cellular phone for Department business, as needed
Tobacco-free working environment
Equal opportunity employer