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THE POSITION The Pennsylvania Game Commission is looking for an enthusiastic Outreach Coordinator who is eager to help people learn about wildlife and conservation. This role gives you the chance to connect communities with the outdoors and inspire interest in hunting and habitat protection. The Outreach Coordinator supports the Pennsylvania Game Commission's mission to manage and protect wildlife and their habitats while promoting hunting and trapping by planning, delivering, and evaluating outreach that builds public understanding, trust, and participation.

Join a team that works every day to protect wildlife across the state. DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position supports statewide outreach that helps communities understand and engage with the mission of the Pennsylvania Game Commission. It strengthens public connections through events, education, and partnerships; working closely with regional education staff in all six PGC Regions to advise and support regional outreach events.

As an Outreach Coordinator, you will perform the following duties: Event Coordination: Plan and organize major outreach events and assist with logistics such as venues, materials, and permits Community Engagement: Represent the agency at public events and provide accurate information to visitors and partners Partnership Support: Maintain working relationships with schools and community groups and help guide regional outreach practices Program Delivery: Present educational programs that support conservation goals and align with agency messaging Digital Outreach: Assist with creating audience friendly digital content and coordinate with communications staff on key campaigns Reporting and Improvement: Collect feedback, review basic metrics, and recommend ways to strengthen outreach activities 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 7:45 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 45-minute lunch. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. Telework is not permitted during the initial six-month probationary period; eligibility may be granted upon its successful completion.

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. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time.

Additional details may be provided during the interview. 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 professional experience in the development and implementation of conservation education programs; and a bachelor's degree with course work in wildlife management, journalism, communications, or a closely related field; or An equivalent combination of experience and training. Additional Requirements: You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required): Possess a current Class C driver's license which is not under suspension. 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. All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only.

Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information. 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.