Environmental Education Program Specialist Supervisor

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking an Environmental Education Program Specialist Supervisor to oversee environmental education initiatives. Responsibilities include managing a team, coordinating programs, and collaborating with the Department of Education. The position allows for part-time telework (up to 3 days per week) within Pennsylvania, with a full-time schedule of Monday to Friday. Candidates must meet specific experience and training requirements.
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.

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:
• 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.

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.