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Environmental Education Program Specialist Supervisor



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Environmental Education Program Specialist Supervisor

This listing closes on 3/30/2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada).

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Salary

$66,250.00 - $100,636.00 Annually

Location

Dauphin County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2025-16590-54850

Department

Department of Environmental Protection

Division

EP Off Cmncs

Opening Date

03/17/2025

Closing Date

3/30/2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)

Job Code
54850
Position Number
00215589
Union
Non Union
Bargaining Unit
B3
Pay Group
ST08
Bureau / Division Code
00350110
Bureau / Division
Environmental Protection Office Communications
Worksite Address
400 Market Street
City
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
17101
Contact Name
Malik Boyd
Contact Email
malboyd@pa.gov

THE POSITION

If you have a passion for imparting your expertise, building relationships, and making a difference in the environmental sector, consider joining the Department of Environmental Protection! We invite you to apply today and be part of a team dedicated to protecting our planet.DEPlogo_cmyk.jpg

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This role involves overseeing the development, execution, coordination, and assessment of environmental education (EE) initiatives, as specified in the Pennsylvania Environmental Education Act and related frameworks. Key responsibilities include supervising a team of professionals, managing the operations of the Pennsylvania Center for Environmental Education, and evaluating EE activities conducted beyond traditional classroom settings. Additionally, the position entails creating and implementing EE programs aimed at engaging citizens, as well as administering EE grants. Collaboration with the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) is also a crucial aspect of this work, ensuring alignment and support for educational efforts in the environmental sector.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.


Work Schedule and Additional Information:

  • Full-time employment
  • Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
  • Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time up to 3 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. 
  • 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:

  • Two years of experience as an Environmental Education Program Specialist (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
  • Three years of experience as an Environmental Education Specialist Supervisor or an Environmental Education Regional Program Coordinator (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
  • Four years of professional experience in the field of environmental education and interpretation, and 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.
     

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.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*


Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. 

Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.* 

Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

01
Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as an Environmental Education Program Specialist for two or more years full-time?
  • Yes
  • No
02
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
03
Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as an Environmental Education Specialist Supervisor or an Environmental Education Regional Program Coordinator for three or more years full-time?
  • Yes
  • No
04
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
05
How many years of full-time professional experience in the field of environmental education and interpretation do you possess?
  • 4 years or more
  • 3 but less than 4 years
  • 2 but less than 3 years
  • 1 but less than 2 years
  • Less than 1 year
  • None
06
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
07
How much graduate level coursework have you completed in environmental education, education, the natural sciences, social sciences, or parks and recreation?

If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting www.naces.org and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.

For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visit https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3 and click on Other Information. You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
  • 30 credits or more
  • Less than 30 credits
  • None
08
You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application, or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.

Read each work behavior carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training. The "Level of Performance" you choose for each work behavior must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered. In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.

If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.

If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our FAQ page.
  • Yes
09
WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - DEVELOP, REVISE, AND IMPLEMENT PROGRAMMING

Develop, revise, and implement water, climate change, and other environmental education programming for youth and adults, formal and non-formal educators, non-profit organizations, and other stakeholders. Secure program subcontractors and monitor their activities to ensure compliance with departmental policies/procedures.

Levels of Performance

Select the “Level of Performance” which best describes your claim.
  • A. I have experience developing, revising, AND implementing water, climate change, or other ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION programming for various audiences AND securing program subcontractors and monitoring their activities to ensure compliance with departmental policies/procedures.
  • B. I have experience developing, revising, OR implementing water, climate change, or other ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION programming for various audiences AND securing program subcontractors and monitoring their activities to ensure compliance with departmental policies/procedures.
  • C. I have experience developing, revising, or implementing EDUCATIONAL programming for various audiences or securing program subcontractors and monitoring their activities to ensure compliance with departmental policies/procedures.
  • D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to program development or compliance.
  • E. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
10
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
  1. The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
  2. The actual duties you performed related to program development, revision, or implementation and the subject matter.
  3. The type(s) of program(s) you developed, revised, or implemented.
  4. Your level of responsibility.
11
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
  1. College/University
  2. Course Title
  3. Credits/Clock Hours
12
WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT EDUCATION MATERIAL

Develop and implement instructional methods, resources, and activities that support meaningful environmental education programming for youth and adults to create an environmentally literate citizenry who are prepared to make informed decisions and take positive actions that balance the needs of their communities with environmental protection.

Levels of Performance

Select the “Level of Performance” which best describes your claim.
  • A. I have experience developing AND implementing instructional methods, resources, AND activities that support ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION programming for a variety of audiences.
  • B. I have experience developing OR implementing instructional methods, resources, OR activities that support ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION programming for a variety of audiences.
  • C. I have experience developing or implementing instructional methods, resources, or activities that support EDUCATIONAL programming for a variety of audiences. This was NOT related to Environmental education.
  • D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to environmental education or education.
  • E. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
13
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
  1. The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
  2. Your experience developing or implementing educational programming and the subject matter.
  3. The type(s) of methods, resources, or activities and the subject matter.
  4. Your level of responsibility.
14
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
  1. College/University
  2. Course Title
  3. Credits/Clock Hours
15
WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - DEVELOP ASSESSMENT STRATEGIES AND EVALUATION TOOLS

Develop audience-appropriate assessment strategies and evaluation tools (e.g., journaling, discussions, observation, pre and posttest, etc.) to measure the degree to which the participants’ behavior(s) have changed as a result of participating in environmental education programming.

Levels of Performance

Select the “Level of Performance” which best describes your claim.
  • A. I have experience developing assessment strategies and evaluation tools related to ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION programming.
  • B. I have experience developing assessment strategies and evaluation tools related to EDUCATIONAL programming. This was NOT related to environmental education.
  • C. I have experience developing assessment strategies and evaluation tools.
  • D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to program evaluation, research, or data analysis.
  • E. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
16
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
  1. The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
  2. Your experience developing assessment strategies and evaluation tools and the subject matter.
  3. Your level of responsibility.
17
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
  1. College/University
  2. Course Title
  3. Credits/Clock Hours
18
WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - IMPLEMENT AND MONITOR GRANTS

Implement the Environmental Education Grants Program. Recommend and execute program updates. Conduct program webinars/trainings for reviewers and applicants. Ensure effective and appropriate distribution/disbursement of funds. Provide award recommendations for review and approval by secretary and governor’s office. Coordinate the awards process with the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Grants Center for consistency with other department grant programs. Monitor awards for compliance with federal and state grant requirements and department goals.

Levels of Performance

Select the “Level of Performance” which best describes your claim.
  • A. I have experience implementing an ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION GRANTS PROGRAM; recommending and executing program updates; conducting program webinars/trainings; ensuring effective and appropriate distribution/disbursement of funds; providing award recommendations for review and approval; AND monitoring awards for compliance with grant requirements.
  • B. I have experience implementing a GRANTS PROGRAM; recommending and executing program updates; conducting program webinars/trainings; ensuring effective and appropriate distribution/disbursement of funds; providing award recommendations for review and approval; AND monitoring awards for compliance with grant requirements.
  • C. I have experience implementing a GRANTS PROGRAM AND recommending and executing program updates; conducting program webinars/trainings; ensuring effective and appropriate distribution/disbursement of funds; providing award recommendations for review and approval; OR monitoring awards for compliance with grant requirements.
  • D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or formal training related to grants.
  • E. I have NO experience, coursework, or formal training related to this work behavior.
19
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
  1. The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
  2. Your experience developing assessment strategies and evaluation tools and the subject matter.
  3. Your level of responsibility.
20
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
  1. College/University/Training Source
  2. Course Title
  3. Credits/Clock Hours
21
WORK BEHAVIOR 5 - SUPERVISION

Supervise staff which includes the following duties: assign work and establish priorities and timeframes for completion; review employee performance and prepare evaluation reports; provide leadership and mentorship to staff; interview prospective employees and recommend selection; receive and resolve grievances and complaints; counsel employees and provide guidance to staff on complex work issues; approve or deny leave requests, timesheets, and travel reimbursement requests; identify training needs and external training opportunities and associated costs; and provide training to staff.

Levels of Performance

Select the “Level of Performance” which best describes your claim.
  • A. I have experience performing supervisory duties which included assigning and reviewing work, training or arranging for the training of subordinates, evaluating work, providing discipline, monitoring and approving leave, or making recommendations in the hiring and termination process.
  • B. I have experience as a lead worker. I have provided on-the-job training and staff orientation to newly hired staff, reviewed their work, or served as a team or group leader, but I was not responsible for employee discipline or hiring/termination decisions.
  • C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to supervisory development, labor relations, or human resource management, but I do not have at least six months of supervisory or lead work experience.
  • D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
22
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
  1. The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
  2. The actual supervisory or lead work duties you performed.
  3. Your level of responsibility.
23
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
  1. College/University
  2. Course Title
  3. Credits/Clock Hours

* Required Question

Employer
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov
Address
613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

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