POSITION TITLE: Conservation Education Coordinator

Hiring Organization/Employer:  Warren County Soil & Water Conservation District
Application Deadline:  12/31/2026
Education Required:  Associates Degree or related work experience
Location:  Williamsport, IN

Description:  

 The Conservation Educator serves as the primary coordinator and provider of natural resource
education for Warren County. This position develops and delivers curriculum, outreach
programs, and hands-on learning experiences for K–12 students, landowners, community
groups, and partner organizations. The role supports the district’s mission to promote
responsible soil, water, and natural resource stewardship through education, outreach, and
community engagement.

Compensation & Benefits:  

  Contractor; $20K a year; paid every two weeks, with potential bonus annually;
No health benefits currently; Grant funded 

Responsibilities:  

Work is performed in office occasionally and outdoor field environments. Duties may require:
Standing, walking, or sitting for extended periods
Walking on uneven or rough terrain
Climbing banks, crossing ditches, or carrying equipment
Exposure to year-round weather, insects, and animals
Occasional operation of agricultural or field equipment
Occasional evening, weekend, or extended hours
Travel for trainings, conferences, and meetings, including overnight travel
Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA).

Preferred Qualifications:  

 Education & Program Development
Develop and implement natural resource curriculum for K–12 and community audiences
on topics such as soil health, water quality, forestry, wildlife, invasive species, wetlands,
agriculture, and pollinators.
Deliver classroom programs, after-school activities, field investigations, and outdoor
learning experiences.
Ensure all educational content aligns with state standards and District objectives.
Conduct water-based field programs in streams, wetlands, lakes, and rivers.
Outreach & Community Engagement
Plan and coordinate public events including workshops, field days, tours, festivals,
cleanups, and committee meetings.
Present programs to schools, civic groups, landowners, agencies, and community
organizations.
Build and maintain partnerships with agricultural, conservation, educational, and
nontraditional organizations.
Communications & Publications
Prepare outreach materials including newsletters, brochures, press releases, social media
content, presentations, and website updates.
Produce quarterly and annual reports, including GMS reporting requirements.
Contribute to the District’s newsletter and maintain consistent digital communication.
Planning & Administrative Support
Support the district’s annual plan of work and long-range planning efforts.
Submit an annual written work plan to the District Administrator and Board.
Assist with scheduling field days, managing after-school programs, and coordinating
education logistics.
Apply District policies and procedures and maintain professional communication with the
public and partner agencies.
Perform other duties as assigned.

How to Apply:  

 

Julie Clark

District Administrator

IDEA Region Director for Central Northwest Region

Warren County SWCD

705 B S.R. 28 E 

Williamsport, IN 47993

765-764-8047 or 765-585-7505