Come Join The Riveredge Team
More than a nature center
We’ve built our legacy since 1968 as a pioneer in the areas of land restoration, research, and inquiry-based education throughout Wisconsin.
Supporting community
Today, Riveredge is reimagining the role of the nature center by empowering and supporting communities to live in harmony with their natural environment in a way that encourages exploration, adventure, and fun while contributing to the overall quality of life for our neighbors throughout southeastern Wisconsin.
Be your authentic self
The Riveredge team values diversity – in who we are, in how we think, and how we accomplish goals together. Everyone is invited to bring their authentic self to their work: their passions, their interest, their skills and talents. We strive to build and demonstrate a growth mindset; we learn from each other and continually seek to get better in our positions, and as people, every day. We promote equity, support one other, and build diverse teams where each member can bring their unique strengths with them to the table.
CAREERS at riveredge
Buildings and Grounds Summer Assistant Now hiring for 2025
Welcoming applicants for 2025.
Do you love working outdoors? Do you appreciate a job well done? Riveredge Nature Center is looking for motivated and hard-working individuals to help us care for the buildings and grounds of our 485-acre nature sanctuary and environmental education center. This seasonal position is hourly, with 20-40 hours per week, starting in May and lasting until no later than October.
To view the position description and apply, click the button below! Any questions can be directed to Keith at [email protected].
Environmental Educator Not currently hiring, but we encourage resume submissions!
All positions for Environmental Educators are currently filled, but in case of an opening in the future, we welcome you to submit a resume or CV to our talent pool. Please send your information and a letter of interest to Steff Merten at [email protected] if you would like to be contacted about future openings for this position. Thank you!
More information about the position:
The Environmental Educators work as a key part of the Riveredge Nature Center team of staff and volunteers. This position is able to lead a consistent schedule of environmental education programs to school-aged students (mostly ages 6-12 years) and provide support to educational events throughout the year.
Some evening and weekend hours are expected, though most hours will occur Monday- Friday 8am-4pm.
- Teach inquiry-based environmental education programs for school-aged children during peak school program months on-site.
- Assist in the creation and delivery of curricular materials for a variety of environmental education programs for school, scout, youth group, and family audiences.
- Assist with education programs and special events such as the Maple Sugaring Festival, Fairy Fest, Family Egg Hunt, Trails & Treats, and Handmade for the Holidays.
- Travel to and deliver community outreach programs offsite of Riveredge property (various locations in Southeastern Wisconsin, usually in Milwaukee, Washington, or Ozaukee Counties).
- Lead Nature Journey Summer Camps activities
Make a difference: Join our Board!
Becoming a member of our Board of Directors empowers you to make a positive difference for people and places in Southeastern Wisconsin. Whether it’s the conservation of our 485 acres that inspires you, our work inspiring environmental stewardship in the next generation, or a simple belief that all people should be able to experience the physical and emotional wellness benefits of nature, we welcome your enthusiasm, expertise, and perspective. To apply for a board position, click the link below and download the application. Please send completed applications and your resume to [email protected].
