Environmental Education Specialist

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking an Environmental Education Specialist to develop and implement aquatic resource education programs across 11 counties. The role involves facilitating in-person and virtual training on fishing, boating safety, and conservation. Applicants should have strong communication skills and a passion for education. The position offers part-time telework opportunities, especially during the construction of the Northeast Region Office, with a mix of in-office and remote work expected afterward.
THE POSITION

If you have enthusiasm for knowledge and outdoor recreation we have an exceptionally rewarding career opportunity waiting for you! The Bureau of Outreach Education and Marketing within the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission is seeking a colleague who wants to combine their love of angling aquatic resources and boating safety with their passion for teaching others to enjoy and appreciate our natural resources. We are looking for someone who is eager for their next adventure in fishing paddling or boating and is excited to share it with others. If you value being a team player and enjoy problem solving apply today to take on the role of an Environmental Education Specialist!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As an Environmental Education Specialist you will develop coordinate and implement aquatic resource education programs across 11 counties in northeast Pennsylvania. These specialized educational programs support the agencys mission strategic plan and efforts in recruitment retention and reactivation of anglers and boaters in the Commonwealth.
You will facilitate inperson and virtual programs training and workshops focusing on fishing skills boating safety aquatic ecology conservation and instructor level training and certification courses. Audiences include formal and nonformal educators school students youth groups adult groups other agency staff and the public. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential as you will serve as the agency liaison for organizations engaged in aquatic resource conservation recreation angler education boating education travel and related tourism. You will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with other agencies and partner organizations to build capacity for education programs and services.
We highly encourage you to apply if you excel in public speaking and enjoy networking and educating others!

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:
• Permanent parttime employment:
• Fulltime (75 hours biweekly) for 44 weeks parttime (45 hours biweekly) for 8 weeks.
• Fulltime benefits eligible for all 52 weeks.
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Monday Friday with a 30minute lunch.
• Work schedule may vary to include night and weekend shifts. Travel may be required as needed.
• Telework:You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) parttime. In order to telework you must have a securely configured highspeed 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 Sweet Valley.
• NOTE Telework: The Northeast Region Office is currently under construction therefore this position will be required to temporarily telework fulltime as there is currently no office space. Once the new office opens this position will be expected to telework parttime and report to the office in Sweet Valley parttime.
• Salary:In some cases the starting salary may be nonnegotiable.
• 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 bachelors 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 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Conditions of Employment:
• You must be willingto work weekends and evenings.
• You must be willing to wear a prescribed uniform.

Other Requirements:
• This particular position also requires possession of a valid Pennsylvania drivers license which is not under suspension.
• You must meet thePA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements follow thelinkand click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:
• 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.

Veterans:
• 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 click the Veterans Preference tab or contact us at.

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.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority
Key Skills
Floor Care,Hospital Experience,Hospitality Experience,Computer Skills,Environmental Services,Cleaning Experience,OSHA,Contract Management,Team Management,Custodial Experience,EHS,Commercial Cleaning
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Yearly Salary Salary: 50836 - 77321