Parks and Recreation Equity Program Specialist (Recreation and Conservation Program Specialist)

THE POSITION

 Are you enthusiastic about managing parks and recreational activities? Do you want to make sure that everyone in Pennsylvania has equal access to valuable resources and opportunities? The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is looking for candidates to fill the role of Recreation and Conservation Program Specialist. In this position, you will be responsible for overseeing the Parks and Recreation Equity Program, which aims to promote fairness in both the decision-making process and the results. Don't miss this opportunity to join our team and make a difference! Apply now! 

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position serves within the Bureau of Recreation and Conservation, Community Parks and Conservation Division - Community Parks and Recreation Section. In this role, you will apply an equity lens to the planning, development, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of the Parks and Recreation Equity Program to foster equity in both process and outcomes. Work includes developing and recommending statewide goals, objectives, and priorities; developing and recommending program parameters, policies, procedures, and guidelines; ensuring program consistency with any applicable state and federal requirements; and conducting evaluations of the program and preparing reports of findings and recommendations. This position manages state and federal grants for recreation and conservation planning, development, and implementation of statewide projects and special initiatives. In addition, this position also provides technical assistance, outreach, and education to support the program and Bureau Mission.

Candidates with experience with data analysis, mapping, and the application/communication of technical and spatial information and experience with the application of principles/concepts related to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are encouraged to apply.  

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 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 5 days per pay period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. 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:

• One year of experience as a Recreation and Conservation Advisor 2 (commonwealth title); or
• Three years of professional experience in parks, recreation, or natural resource conservation administration, planning, or development; and a bachelor’s degree in parks and recreation, landscape architecture, environmental sciences, city, regional, urban, or environmental planning, or a closely related field; 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.