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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania · 1 day ago

PA Outdoor Corps Program Specialist (Natural Resource Program Specialist 1)

Bucks County, PA

Part-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

2+ years exp

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is dedicated to conservation and youth workforce development. This role involves planning, executing, and assessing the Pennsylvania Outdoor Corps, focusing on engaging youth in hands-on training and activities related to natural resource conservation.

Non Profit

No H1B

Responsibilities

Aid in the planning and execution of the Pennsylvania Outdoor Corps and associated youth engagement initiatives

Conduct field training in areas such as herbicide application, trail construction, and light building projects

Create project timelines and environmental education materials

Produce outreach content and visual media

Present on program operations, performance metrics, recruitment strategies, and partnership opportunities

Conduct feasibility studies to explore potential areas for program expansion

Qualification

Natural resource managementNatural resource educationCPR CertificationFirst Aid CertificationAED CertificationBachelor's degreeField trainingEnvironmental education materialsProject managementSoft skills

Required

Two years of professional experience in natural resource management or natural resource education; and a bachelor's degree in natural resource management, parks and recreation, education, biology, forestry, ecology, geosciences, environmental sciences, or a closely related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and training

Possession of a valid Class C driver's license that is not under suspension

Obtain and maintain CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification which will be provided by the agency within 6 months of employment

Meet the PA residency requirement

Pass a background investigation

Complete Child Abuse, Criminal and Federal Criminal History Checks around the time of hire and thereafter every 5 years