Environmental Education Specialist - Worlds End State Park

THE POSITION

Do you want to help people build lasting connections with the outdoors? As an Environmental Education Specialist with the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, you will help make Worlds End State Park a place where learning comes alive. The work you will do supports hands on activities that spark interest in nature and encourages responsible use of park resources. Take on this exciting career opportunity and be part of a mission that supports education and exploration for present and future generations.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this position, you will support the delivery of environmental education and interpretive programs that engage visitors of all ages and promote understanding of natural and human history at Worlds End State Park. As a Environmental Education Specialist, you will perform the following duties:

• Program Development: Design educational and interpretive programs on natural and human history topics
• Theme Based Instruction: Create activities based on state developed themes and established lesson plans
• Recreational Coordination: Organize and support special recreational and entertainment events for park visitors
• Lesson Planning: Prepare written lesson plans in the approved format for all presented programs
• Visitor Center Care: Maintain indoor and outdoor displays including the educational garden
• Social Media Support: Assist with monitoring park social media activities

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• This is a seasonal, full-time position with no healthcare benefits. There is not an option to buy into health care benefits. The season runs from approximately February 2026 until October 2026 at which time the employee will be placed on leave without pay. The employee will automatically be returned to employment February 2027.
• Work shifts and days will vary. The employee will work 37.5 hours per week across 5 days, which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. Overtime may be required.
• Travel may be required.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• 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:

• This particular position also requires a non-commercial Class C Driver's License.
• You will be required to obtain CPR and First Aid certification upon hire.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• 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.
• 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.
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