Career Opportunities
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.
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 Custodian/Banquet Set-Up staff include, but are not limited to:
Daily:
- Ensuring both levels of the Environmental Center are thoroughly cleaned
- Emptying trash and recyclables to dumpsters
- Referring to the Event Rentals Binder for set-up/tear-down instructions
Weekly:
- Ensuring janitorial closets are clean, organized and fully stocked
- Cleaning windows as warranted and/or necessary
- Assuring exhibits are cleaned and presentable for public viewing
Upon Request:
- Cleaning kitchen appliances and walk-in cooler
- Set-up/tear-down of equipment and cleaning associated with preserve programs/events
- Performing other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications:
- Excellent interpersonal communication and organization skills required
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize and work under pressure
- Upbeat, energetic and positive attitude
- Highly motivated, personable, articulate and diplomatic
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with both external and internal customers
- Strong ability to work independently, yet enthusiastic to be part of a team
- Flexibility in scheduling to accommodate regular evening and weekend hours
Other Skills & Abilities:
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret data and documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
- 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 stand; 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 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 Randy Tuma, Executive Director at rtuma@bubolzpreserve.org or mail to 4815 N. Lynndale Dr. Appleton, WI 54913.
Community Engagement Manager
The Community Engagement Manager of the Bubolz Nature Preserve will be responsible for and provide direct oversight to the preserve’s development initiatives, marketing strategies and event functions/facility rental operations. This position will oversee both the Marketing Coordinator and the Event Coordinator. The Community Engagement Manager will work closely with and report to the Executive Director.
The responsibilities of the Community Engagement Manager include, but are not limited to:
- Provide the leadership, framework and guidance necessary for the success of the preserve’s fundraising, marketing and facility rental operations
- Appropriately delegate fundraising, marketing and rental duties to support staff that encourage successful outcomes for both them and the preserve
- Maintain and enhance the quality of preserve operations as they pertain to guest services and community interaction
- Develop and execute a comprehensive and strategic annual fundraising plan
- Form new and maintain ongoing relationships with financial supporters of the preserve resulting in securing financial support from individuals, corporations and foundations
- Maintain current grant opportunities while seeking out new ones and collaborating with staff to execute them to completion
- Create new fundraising initiatives/events and coordinate current fundraising events
- Track grants and donations by maintaining our digital fundraising database (Network For Good)
- Conduct community outreach through networking, tours and speaking engagements
- Lead marketing initiatives for the preserve’s events, programs, memberships and fundraisers
- Coordinate the maintenance of the preserve’s social media accounts and website
- Develop efficient timelines and determine logical sequencing of steps necessary for successful facility rental execution while anticipating event needs/discerning priorities
- Hire, schedule and train event and cleaning staff in a manner that ensures efficient usage of staff time and supports event success
- Work in partnership with the Executive Director in various aspects of operations and administration
- Contribute to the overall team effort and perform all other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Two to three years experience in development/marketing/events
- Knowledge of philanthropy and fundraising events
- Experience in grant writing and reporting
- 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 with facility rentals/event venues
- A passion for the outdoors and the ability to effectively communicate the preserve’s mission
- Flexible schedule including evenings and weekends
Other Skills & Abilities:
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret data and documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
- 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 stand; 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 to include exposure to weather and temperature extremes. May occasionally be required to walk on slippery or uneven surfaces.
Salary Range: $50,000 – $60,000
Position Type: Full Time – Salaried
Benefits: Retirement and Health.
How to Apply:
Send cover letter and resume to Randy Tuma, Executive Director at rtuma@bubolzpreserve.org or mail to 4815 N. Lynndale Dr. Appleton, WI 54913.