THE POSITION
Are you passionate about providing wildlife education programs to schools, conservation organizations, community groups, and interested parties? Join the Pennsylvania Game Commission’s Northeast Region team as a 3 Year Limited Term Environment Education Specialist. This fieldwork position is an excellent opportunity to achieve your goals and share information and excitement about Pennsylvania’s wildlife and their habitats!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this role, you will work under the supervision of the Northeast Region Information and Education Supervisor to represent the PA Game Commission (PGC) at wildlife centric programs across ten counties, help set up and work exhibits, assist with various youth involvement programs, and conduct and assist the teacher pre-service and in-service training programs for schools and post-secondary institutions. Work involves interacting with the public and other interested parties by providing information and answering inquiries related to wildlife conservation and PGC programs.
Your responsibilities will include assisting with scheduling, coordinating, and implementing educational and training programs, as well as developing educational materials for events, virtual learning experiences, and visitor center information. You will also assist with our social media presence and other marketing, outreach, and communication activities. Apply now and help share our mission to manage and protect wildlife and their habitats while promoting hunting and trapping for current and future generations!
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- 3 year limited-term, full-time employment
- Work hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- Some weekend work may be necessary.
- You will not have the option to telework in this position.
- Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- A bachelor's degree in environmental education, education, the natural sciences, social sciences, or parks and recreation; or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Conditions of Employment:
- Willingness to work weekends and evenings.
- Willingness to wear a prescribed uniform.
Other Requirements:
- You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/test once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.
