Career Opportunities

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Established in 1971 and encompassing over 700 acres of unique property, the Bubolz Nature Preserve is dedicated to developing a sound environmental ethic in persons of all ages through education, recreation and conservation, while promoting a strong sense of overall wellness and appreciation of nature. Learn about our current openings below for opportunities to join our team.

Due to the nature of being a non-profit, our listed salaries are firm. We offer a variety of other benefits including health, retirement, flexible scheduling, and more. 

 

Environmental Education Intern, Summer 2025

The Environmental Education Intern of Bubolz Nature Preserve will assist the education team in executing programs throughout the summer months. They will help to foster a healthy environment for all to appreciate and enjoy nature.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with preparation and teaching of environmental programming, including:
    • Summer Camps for children ages 4-12, June-August
    • Public groups for the community
      • Let’s Go Froggin!, Firefly Exploration, Insects: Pond & Prairie, etc.
    • Private programs and Daycares
    • Potential for school field trips in May
  • Assist with other fundraising events throughout the Preserve including Ales on the Trails
  • Maintain and organize educational equipment & supplies
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Completed college coursework in the education or natural sciences field required
  • Passion for the outdoors and interest in working with children of all ages
  • Enthusiastic, positive, motivated and team-oriented
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Strong interpersonal communication and organizational skills

Duration & Hours

  • Internship will run from June 3rd -August 22nd, 2025 with potential for assisting school programming in May
  • Tuesday through Thursday 8am-4pm, 24 to 30 hours a week, also requiring flexible hours during evenings and weekends.
  • Paid position: $9/hour

Application Deadline

  • To apply please email a resume and cover letter to Hannah Wentzel at [email protected] by March 11th, 2025

Event and Marketing Coordinator

As an entry-level position, the Event/Marketing Coordinator is responsible for assisting in event rentals, marketing and outreach strategies, memberships, and annual fundraisers. This position will work closely and collaboratively with the Event Manager and the Community Engagement Manager to promote a unified image and public awareness of all the preserve’s offerings and our mission. The Event and Marketing Coordinator will report to the Community Engagement Manager.

Responsibilities

  • Create rental lease agreements and accompanying documents, input client information, send invoices, and receive payments; monitor a timely return of signed rental agreements and payment
  • Partner with the Event Team and serve as the main point of contact during selected facility rentals with thorough knowledge of all necessary details for vendors and guests
  • Deliver exceptional customer service and actively discover opportunities to create memorable experiences for each guest of the preserve
  • Maintain office duties such as answering phones and assisting guests with requests
  • Assist in the development of a comprehensive and strategic annual fundraising plan with the Community Engagement Manager
  • Assist in the formation of new and ongoing relationships with financial supporters of the preserve, with emphasis on securing financial support from individuals, corporations, and foundations
  • Research grant opportunities and follow through with grant writing and reporting
  • Demonstrate eagerness to create new fundraising initiatives and events and collaborate with the team for success
  • Regularly collaborate with and brainstorm marketing improvement processes with the Community Engagement Manager
  • Report fundraising and marketing plans and outcomes with the Community Engagement Manager to the Executive Director
  • Assist in the design of robust social media campaigns to highlight event rentals, education programs, and fundraisers
  • Possess a strong willingness and desire to try new ideas and learn
  • Create and foster a positive work atmosphere and supportive culture with all team members
  • Sincere commitment to act in the best interest of the preserve and our mission
  • Ability to work an irregular schedule to ensure proper coordination of scheduled events and fundraisers
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

  • 2 – 3 years’ experience in events/development/marketing
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
  • Experience in marketing, creating social media content, and maintaining a website
  • Ability to multi-task in a high energy, fast paced environment
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
  • Task oriented and self-motivated
  • Experience working in a not-for-profit environment
  • A passion for the outdoors and the ability to effectively communicate the preserve’s mission
  • Flexible schedule including evenings and weekends

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret data and documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to write a business letter/email. Comfortable and competent in presenting to and speaking in front of groups and individuals.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Other Skills & Abilities

Position requires demonstrated applied skills in word processing and computer software including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to work without direct supervision in an office environment is required. Ability to hold a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License and possess reliable transportation that can be utilized for work purposes.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands/fingers to handle objects, tools or controls, reach with arms. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear.

The employee must regularly bend, squat, and must regularly lift and/or move 35 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment will vary from low/moderate to potentially high during certain events. This is a non-smoking work environment. Employee will occasionally be required to perform work outside of the office environment with exposure to weather and temperature extremes. May occasionally be required to walk on slippery or uneven surfaces.

Event Set-Up & Cleaning Team Member

The Event Set-Up & Cleaning Team Members are responsible for general cleaning, upkeep and set-up of the Gordon Bubolz Nature Preserve’s facilities.

The responsibilities of the Event Set-Up & Cleaning staff include, but are not limited to:

Daily:

  1. Ensuring both levels of the Environmental Center are thoroughly cleaned
  2. Emptying trash and recyclables to dumpsters
  3. Referring to the Event Rentals Binder for set-up/tear-down instructions

Weekly:

  1. Ensuring janitorial closets are clean, organized and fully stocked
  2. Cleaning windows as warranted and/or necessary
  3. Assuring exhibits are cleaned and presentable for public viewing

Upon Request:

  1. Cleaning kitchen appliances and walk-in cooler
  2. Set-up/tear-down of equipment and cleaning associated with preserve programs/events
  3. Performing other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications:

  1. Excellent interpersonal communication and organization skills required
  2. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize and work under pressure
  3. Upbeat, energetic and positive attitude
  4. Highly motivated, personable, articulate and diplomatic
  5. Ability to build and maintain relationships with both external and internal customers
  6. Strong ability to work independently, yet enthusiastic to be part of a team
  7. Flexibility in scheduling to accommodate regular evening and weekend hours (weekend shifts are required)

Other Skills & Abilities:

  1. Ability to read, analyze and interpret data and documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.
  2. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
  3. Ability to hold a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License and possess reliable transportation that can be utilized for work purposes.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

  1. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands/fingers to handle objects, tools or controls, reach with arms. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear.
  2. The employee must regularly bend, squat and must regularly lift and/or move 35 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The noise level in the work environment will vary from low/moderate to potentially high during certain events. This is a non-smoking work environment. Employee will occasionally be required to perform work outside of the office environment to include exposure to weather and temperature extremes. May occasionally be required to walk on slippery or uneven surfaces.

Salary: $15.00 / hour

Position Type: Part Time – Average of 10-20 hours / week

The majority of shifts begin at 4:00 pm or later on weekdays, and early mornings on weekends.

How to Apply:

Send resume to Heather Vale, Event Manager at [email protected] or mail to 4815 N. Lynndale Dr. Appleton, WI 54913.