CONSERVATION EDUCATOR 1 - UNDERFILL

CONSERVATION EDUCATOR 1 - UNDERFILL

Salary

$52,200.00 - $76,608.72 Annually

Location

Reno

Job Type

Underfill Full-Time

Job Number

2026-04444

Department

DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Opening Date

10/26/2026

Closing Date

11/2/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

D

Salary Grade

30

Full Physical Address of Position (City, State, Zip)

Reno, NV

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• THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE*

Job Summary

Nevada Department of Wildlife is recruiting for a Conservation Educator within the Conservation Education Division. Incumbent, coordinates and manages Wildlife Education and Volunteer Programs for northwestern Nevada. Coordinate, recruit, supervise, train, and schedule all Wildlife Education and volunteers in the Western Region along with coordinate, schedule and manage volunteer projects in the Western Region. Incumbent will maintain and track technical reports on student visitation data and instructor volunteer hours for federal aid grants. Incumbent will manage and maintain the Oxbow Nature Study Area and Verdi Nature trail; develop and present wildlife education and interpretive programs for children and adults at the Oxbow Nature Study Area and the Verdi Nature Center.

Position is responsible to recruit, train, coordinate, supervise and schedule volunteer instructors and interpreters for the wildlife education program, and train volunteer leaders for scheduled projects. Incumbent will plan and implement continuing maintenance of Oxbow and Verdi facilities. Lead Project WILD and Aquatic WILD classes. Participate in Trout in the Classroom training classes for teachers and participate in other Wildlife Education programs such as the Maison T. Ortiz camp. Incumbent will take part in agency participation in regional events such as the Wild Sheep Foundation Expo. As assigned, writes for publications, helps with videotaping efforts or radio presentations, and prepares visual aids and equipment. Position will also assist with research or other writing projects. Position will support coordination efforts of Statewide Wildlife Education Coordinator with planning and implementation of statewide Wildlife Education programming; Develop regional Wildlife Education and Volunteer budgets. Incumbent will assist in maintaining the Trout in the Classroom Program (TIC).

Conservation Educators plan, organize, implement and evaluate educational programs designed to teach hunter and boating safety, environmental concepts and other wildlife related areas to the public, and participate in public relations activities.

Essential Qualifications

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in education, journalism, communications, outdoor recreation/leadership/education, wildlife management, biology or related field; OR graduation from high school and two years of professional experience in coordinating and presenting education programs in hunter and boating safety, aquatic and environmental education; identifying training needs for the public; writing and editing publicity materials and public service announcements; and/or preparing and presenting radio and television broadcasts.

Job Duties

Plan, organize, coordinate and present educational programs in hunter and boating safety, aquatic and environmental education, or other assigned area in accordance with program goals and objectives; recruit and supervise volunteer and contract instructors; schedule and coordinate workshops and other training opportunities for instructors.

Evaluate and critique instructor effectiveness; identify developmental needs, provide technical guidance and assist instructors in securing educational materials and guest speakers; survey and review local demand for instructional programs; write contracts for training, inspect training facilities, and maintain records related to course frequency and attendance.

Develop and participate in the annual and biennial budget preparation process; compile and assess data; identify priorities and program needs; submit requests for funding; recommend fund transfers as appropriate; monitor program expenditures to ensure sound fiscal management.

Train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel; assign and review work; develop and modify work performance standards and annual work programs; counsel and discipline staff as appropriate.

Direct, coordinate or participate in public affairs activities; prepare and present radio and television broadcasts; conduct live and prerecorded interviews to provide information concerning assigned program areas, Division activities and current wildlife issues; respond to written and telephone inquiries and speak before community groups.

Write and edit publicity materials and public service announcements; take photographs and write feature articles; write news releases and stories for newspaper publication; prepare bulletins, newsletters, pamphlets, lesson plans and visual aid materials.

Maintain professional working relationships with various community organizations by attending meetings, explaining policies and programs, and soliciting information concerning the needs of service organizations, schools and the public; incorporate information into program curriculum and reassess results.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Under direct supervision, incumbents receive training in performing part of the duties outlined above. Progression to the next level may occur upon meeting minimum qualifications and with the recommendation of the appointing authority.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

General knowledge of: journalism principles and practices used to produce news releases and broadcasts; educational concepts and techniques sufficient to provide guidance and assistance to persons conducting training courses; hunter educational programs, boating safety, aquatic and environmental programs.

Ability to: communicate effectively both orally and in writing; speak effectively in public to explain programs, policies and procedures; comprehend technical information and written materials; write clear, concise and grammatically correct written materials for publication.

Recruiter Contact Information: Kristin Bowling - klbowling@ndow.org

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.

Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.

Benefits include:

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees' Benefits Program (PEBP).

• Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.

• Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.

• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.

• Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication.

• Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.

• No Nevada state income tax.

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.

• Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of "standard" or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.

Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU).

For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF).

• State Holidays The holiday schedule for State employees is established by the Legislature.

The following are legal holidays:

January 1.............................................. New Years Day

Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.s Birthday

Third Monday in February................ Washington's Birthday

Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day

June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day

July 4.................................................... Independence Day

First Monday in September.............. Labor Day

Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day

November 11........................................ Veterans Day

Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day

Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day

December 25........................................ Christmas Day

When January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255

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Do you have any of the following?

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in education, journalism, communications, outdoor recreation/leadership/education, wildlife management, biology or related field.
• Graduation from high school and two years of professional experience in coordinating and presenting education programs in hunter and boating safety, aquatic and environmental education; identifyingtraining needs for the public; writing and editing publicity materials and public service announcements; and/or preparing and presenting radio and television broadcasts.
• None of the above.

02

Do you have familiarity or experience with the ability to operate a variety of power tools including chainsaws, augers, planting bars and various associated hand tools frequently used in trail maintenance?

03

Do you have the ability to work independently and occasionally alone in remote locations?

04

Do you have the ability to operate a variety of 4-wheel drive vehicles in backcountry terrain, including all-terrain vehicles (ATVs)?

05

Describe your experience with writing lesson plans and where it was gained. Please include a sample of a lesson plan with your application.

06

Describe your experience leading, recruiting, and retaining volunteers.

Required Question

Employer State of Nevada (NV)

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Website https://nvjobs.nv.gov