Reference #: 4537517
THE POSITION
Are you interested in wetland dependent species and supporting safe, informative recreation for outdoor enthusiasts? The Pennsylvania Game Commission (PGC) is looking for a 3 Year Limited Term Environmental Education Specialist to work out of the Southeast Region. This position will provide outreach and education at Middle Creek Visitors Center, one of our state's six Globally Important Bird Areas. Become part of something bigger than yourself with our team!DESCRIPTION OF WORKIn this position, you will be in charge of opening, closing, and general upkeep and maintenance to the visitors center. Duties include implementing education at the visitors center counter and answering various questions from the public including specific questions about biological sightings, habitat work, controlled hunts, and general PGC questions. You will have the opportunity to plan, develop, coordinate, and promote wildlife conservation and environmental education programs and teacher workshops for both public and private schools to help them meet environment, ecology, science, and technology standards mandated by the Department of Education as well as to promote the agency's mission. Help educate the public about the management and protection of wildlife and their habitats with us!Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Limited Term Full-Time employment
Work hours are 7:45 AM to 4:15 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
There may be times where events that you need to attend will take place outside regular working hours. There may be a uniform required for the 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 & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONS
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.
Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within three months of graduating with a qualifying degree.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.Legal Requirements:
You must pass a background investigation.
This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.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.V terans:Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at [email protected] 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.EXAMINATION INFORMATIONCompleting 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.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.