Wildlife Resource Manager - Northcentral Region

Full Job Description

Do you have a passion for the outdoors and would like to make a lasting impact on wildlife conservation in Pennsylvania?

The Pennsylvania Game Commission is eager to welcome a Wildlife Resource Manager to work out of the Northcentral Regional Office.

This position plays a critical role in developing, implementing, and evaluating wildlife management programs that support healthy ecosystems, sustainable populations, and the Commonwealth's rich outdoor heritage.

Join us in our mission of managing and protecting wildlife and their habitats while promoting hunting and trapping for current and future generations!

Requirements

In this role, you will be assisting the Wildlife Regional Director in planning, developing, and directing all activities in the management of regional wildlife resources.

Work involves coordinating the integration of the regional wildlife management, forestry, as well as habitat and land management.

You will be responsible for identifying resources needed to meet program goals, objectives, and priorities; conducting periodic evaluations of each wildlife resource program in the region to determine efficiency and effectiveness; as well as directing personnel management programs.

You will also have the opportunity to represent the agency on wildlife resource operations, serving as a liaison with government entities, conservation partners, stakeholder organizations, and the public while leading outreach and public communication efforts.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
• Work hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• 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.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Two years of experience as a Wildlife Biologist 3 or Forest Assistant Manager (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Five years of professional experience in wildlife management, forestry, or a closely related field that includes two years of supervisory experience; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes two years of professional supervisory experience in wildlife management, forestry, or a closely related field.

Special Requirement:

• This position requires possession of an active motor vehicle license.

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.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

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.

Additional Information

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.