Job Description:
The Clayton County Conservation Board is seeking a personable and welcoming history buff to fill the
position of Seasonal Coordinator at the Motor Mill Historic Site near Elkader. The applicant should be
comfortable working with adults and youth, developing and presenting education programs, fielding
questions, welcoming visitors, operating a gift shop, providing information and site direction, and
social media advertising. The applicant will be under the direct supervision of the Clayton County
Conservation Board Director. The applicant will help staff the welcome center at the Motor Mill Inn and
be assisting the Motor Mill Foundation in working towards several objectives related to the interpretive
themes outlined in the Motor Mill Interpretive Master Plan. Seasonal, full-time or part-time, depending
on interested parties. Up to 40 hours per week. Will include weekend hours, Saturday, and Sunday
11am-5:30pm.
Qualifications:
Any interested candidate should have experience with and an interest in learning more in one of the
following fields of study: History, Education, Museum Studies, and Interpretation. Must be at least 18
years old. Pre-employment physical and drug testing required.
Salary and Work Dates:
$14.00 per hour, 20-40 hours per week. The position begins in May and will run 14 weeks. Work will be
at the Osborne Conservation Center, Motor Mill Historic Site, and program sites in Clayton County.
Some nights and weekends required. The applicant will be provided with a tablet for work.
Application Procedure:
Applicants should send a current resume, cover letter, and county employment application to:
Jenna Pollock, Director
Clayton County Conservation Board
29862 Osborne Road
Elkader IA 52043-8247
jpollock@claytoncountyia.gov
Applications are available on our website www.claytoncountyconservation.org, under the About UsEmployment/Attracting Success section and must be received by March 15, 2024. Selections will be
made as soon as possible after this date. For more information, phone 563.245.1516 weekdays between
8:00am and 4:00pm