Regional Representative - Central Iowa

Regional Representative – Central Iowa

Application Closing Date: Open until filled
Anticipated Start Date: July 1st, 2025

Location: Remote within Central Iowa (preferred locations include Ames or Des Moines)
Salary Range: $59,000 – $65,000
Apply at: https://www.pheasantsforever.org/jobs

About Us

Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever is the nation’s leading upland wildlife habitat conservation organization. Driven by a powerful grassroots model, we empower local volunteers to deliver meaningful, on-the-ground conservation — for wildlife, for hunting heritage, and for the landscapes we love.

Whether it’s building habitat, expanding public access, advocating for conservation, or are passionate about the upland conservation community, we operate where conservation and community meet. If you thrive on bringing people together to make a difference — then you belong with us.

About the Role: Central Iowa Regional Representative

As the Central Iowa Regional Representative, you’ll be the face of Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever in a region steeped in upland tradition. You’ll strengthen and grow a dynamic network of local chapters and volunteers dedicated to creating lasting conservation impact in their communities and beyond. You’ll lead the charge in:

• Supporting and energizing chapter leaders
• Elevating local fundraising events
• Growing membership and mission delivery
• Partnering with our Development Team to connect with conservation-minded donors

This is a people-first, impact-focused role for someone who understands that conservation success starts with strong relationships — and that our Mission is strategic and unwavering.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and inspire PF & QF chapters to grow membership, support state and national programs, and deliver local habitat, education, and outreach efforts
• Help chapters plan and execute impactful and innovative fundraising events
• Launch new chapters and reinvigorate existing ones by developing strong volunteer leadership teams
• Coordinate with Development staff to cultivate donors and partners
• Keep chapter leaders engaged through regular, motivational communication
• Organize and lead regional and statewide chapter meetings
• Collaborate with peers across departments to deliver a unified conservation message to our volunteer base 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in business, marketing, wildlife conservation, education, or a related field
• Experience working with volunteers, nonprofit boards, or grassroots campaigns preferred
• Deep understanding of PF & QF’s mission and model
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills — you’re a connector and a motivator
• Organized and self-driven, able to manage multiple projects across a broad geography
• Comfortable using technology to support day-to-day work, troubleshoot issues for chapters, and clearly explain systems and processes to volunteers
• Passion for conservation, the uplands and the hunting community
• Willingness to travel frequently within Central Iowa

Perks & Benefits

• Salary: $59,000 – $65,000 (commensurate with experience)
• Benefits: Full benefits package, including health, retirement, and paid time off
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• Location: Remote, based in Central Iowa; Ames or Des Moines area preferred
• Tools Provided: Laptop, phone stipend, mileage reimbursement, expense card

Ready to Apply?

Submit a single PDF or Word document containing your cover letter, resume, and three references in the “Resume” section of our online portal: https://www.pheasantsforever.org/jobs

 

Use your cover letter to tell us why this mission speaks to you — and how your background prepares you to lead grassroots conservation across Iowa’s uplands.

Questions?
Contact Matt Christensen, Director of Chapter & Volunteer Services mchristensen@pheasantsforever.org

Pheasants Forever, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.