The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is hiring an Environmental Education Specialist at Oil Creek State Park. The individual in this role will be accountable for overseeing every aspect of environmental education, recreation, and interpretive programs and activities at Oil Creek State Park. You will be responsible for strategizing, creating, organizing, and delivering environmental and historical education, recreation programming, and interpretive programs and activities for various visitor groups. These programs may consist of guided walks, audio-visual presentations, tours, campfire programs, and field learning activities that revolve around state-developed themes centered on natural history, historic and cultural events, and environmental concerns.
Deadline to apply is May 17, 2024.
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Posted: May 6, 2024 · Leave a Comment
Wildlife Biologist
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is hiring a Wildlife Biologist in Columbus, Ohio. In this position you will assist the airport by implementing their wildlife hazard management plan. You’ll acts as the primary contact for wildlife hazard management at the airport including harassment, hazing and removals of hazardous wildlife to reduce the risk to human health and safety for the flying public. You will provide recommendations on habitat modifications and input on project design as it relates to wildlife.
Deadline to apply is May 10, 2024.
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Posted: May 6, 2024 · Leave a Comment
Biological Science Technician
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is hiring a Biological Science Technician to work in Taylor, PA. This position is located within the Pennsylvania Wildlife Services (WS) Program, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The incumbent will be required to perform a variety of tasks requiring a general knowledge of biology, population ecology as it pertains to depredating species management, with special emphasis on white-tailed deer, beaver, gulls, Canada geese, woodchucks, and feral pigeons; agriculture, natural resource, and property damage management; and wildlife damage management.
Deadline to apply is May 15, 2024.
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Posted: May 3, 2024 · Leave a Comment
Environmental Education Specialist – Oil Creek State Park
The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is hiring an Environmental Education Specialist at Oil Creek State Park. The individual in this role will be accountable for overseeing every aspect of environmental education, recreation, and interpretive programs and activities at Oil Creek State Park. You will be responsible for strategizing, creating, organizing, and delivering environmental and historical education, recreation programming, and interpretive programs and activities for various visitor groups. These programs may consist of guided walks, audio-visual presentations, tours, campfire programs, and field learning activities that revolve around state-developed themes centered on natural history, historic and cultural events, and environmental concerns.
Deadline to apply is May 17, 2024.
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Posted: May 3, 2024 · Leave a Comment
Park Resource Ranger – Susquehanna Riverlands State Park Complex
The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is hiring a Park Resource Ranger to work in the Susquehanna Riverlands State Park Complex. This seasonal position involves interacting with the public and ensuring their safety at Susquehanna Riverlands State Park Complex. Duties include providing information to visitors, enforcing park regulations, and patrolling the park grounds and facilities. Any law enforcement situations are immediately reported to a Park Manager or DCNR Ranger. The position requires professionalism, knowledge of the park, and the ability to handle emergencies such as search and rescue operations, accidents, and injuries.
Deadline to apply is May 16, 2024.
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Posted: May 3, 2024 · Leave a Comment
DCNR Ranger Trainee – Susquehannock State Park
The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is hiring a Ranger Trainee at Susquehannock State Park. This position involves participating in a one-year formal and on-the-job training program to develop the necessary skills and techniques in the areas of public contact and customer service; current developments and issues in the areas of outdoor recreation and conservation; conservation principles; environmental education; public safety; departmental policies, procedures, rules, and regulations; and law enforcement, in order to perform the work of a DCNR Ranger. Specific duties will include assisting with patrols of the park and its facilities and responding appropriately to any situation that may arise.
Deadline to apply is May 16, 2024.
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Posted: May 3, 2024 · Leave a Comment
DCNR Ranger – Susquehannock State Park
The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is hiring a Ranger at Susquehannock State Park. The primary responsibility of this role is to act as a point of contact for the public, ensuring their safety and providing assistance at the Susquehanna Riverlands State Park Complex, which includes Samuel S. Lewis and Susquehannock State Parks. This entails maintaining public safety, enforcing park regulations, and serving as a liaison between visitors and park management. Additionally, the position involves safeguarding the park environment and facilities, as well as engaging in public outreach and interaction to enhance the visitor experience.
Deadline to apply is May 16, 2024.
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Posted: May 3, 2024 · Leave a Comment
Black Bear Biologist
The Pennsylvania Game Commission is hiring a Black Bear Biologist. In the role of Wildlife Biologist, you will coordinate and manage the PA Game Commission’s statewide black bear program. This black bear biologist is responsible for black bear research, management, population monitoring, and outreach statewide. You will have the opportunity to serve as principal investigator for black bear studies, as well as the agency’s technical advisor on black bears in Pennsylvania.
Deadline to apply is May 15, 2024.
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Posted: May 3, 2024 · Leave a Comment
Conservation Program Specialist
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture is looking to hire a Conservation Program Specialist. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting various organizations and sectors in the implementation and management of several programs, including the Nutrient and Odor Management Act program, the Resource Enhancement and Protection (REAP) Program, the Manure Management Program, and the Concentrated Animal Feeding Operation Permit Program. Additionally, you will have statewide accountability for data management and reporting of all nutrient management plans and odor management plans in program databases.
Deadline to apply is May 3, 2024.
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Posted: April 26, 2024 · Leave a Comment
Forester – Delaware Forest District
The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is hiring a Forester. Your main responsibility involves supporting the management of woodlands, water resources, wildlife, and recreational activities within Delaware State Forest. You will offer technical guidance for private forest management and help in identifying, surveying, and controlling forest pests on both public and private properties. Furthermore, you will contribute to forest fire prevention and suppression efforts in the area, while also providing technical support, information, and knowledge to various agencies and the public.
Deadline to apply is May 6, 2024.
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Posted: April 26, 2024 · Leave a Comment
Forest District Manager – Weiser Forest District
The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is seeking a Forest District Manager to work in the Weiser Forest District. This position is to provide planning, management, direction, coordination, and leadership in the Weiser Forest District and to interact and cooperate with surrounding forest district managers, other natural resource management agencies, county governments, and township governments located within the forest district’s geographical area. There is an expectation that the District Manager has skills and experience as a professional forester and will apply forestry professionalism on the job to conserve and maintain the district’s natural resources.
Deadline to apply is May 6, 2024.
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