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Reference #: 4547425 THE POSITION The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania at Bald Eagle State Park is seeking an individual with expertise in environmental education, education, natural sciences, social sciences, or parks and recreation. As an Environmental Education Specialist, you will be responsible for developing and delivering environmental education, interpretation, and outdoor recreation programs and activities. If you have a passion for sharing knowledge, connecting with people and groups, and working in the environmental field, Bald Eagle State Park could be the perfect fit for you!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK As part of this position, you will be responsible for organizing and leading educational and interpretive activities related to the environment and history. This includes conducting discovery learning activities, audiovisual presentations, teacher workshops, guided walks, and other educational programs. Additionally, you will collaborate with local tourism agencies, concessionaires, outfitters, and partners to develop and promote interpretive programs that introduce park visitors to the outdoors.

Another aspect of your role will involve providing park visitors with information about park facilities, activities, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, history, environmental features, services, points of interest, and nearby state parks. You will also be responsible for maintaining all environmental education and recreational equipment and supplies, as well as assisting with the upkeep of informational kiosks and exhibits within the park. This includes ensuring that the environmental education information aligns with the department, bureau, and regional philosophies and goals.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Seasonal, full-time employment without benefits. Shift hours and days vary due to operational need, with a 30-minute lunch. Weekends, holidays, and all shifts as needed at 37.5 hours per week. 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. 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:

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. Yo r 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 will 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 www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov. 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.

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.

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.