Partnership and Collaboration Coordinator (Natural Resource Program Specialist 2)
About The Position
The Partnership and Collaboration Coordinator with the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources supports shared conservation goals and thoughtful decision-making by building relationships that guide forest management and public engagement. The position helps the Bureau of Forestry improve its connections with partners, the public, and staff through planning, communication, and collaboration across Pennsylvania. The coordinator organizes outreach among diverse groups, develops relationships to identify ideas and opportunities, gathers and reviews public feedback to inform planning, facilitates staff discussions and training, and supports forest resource planning by reviewing information and identifying trends. Travel may be required. The position is based at the headquarters office in Harrisburg, with an opportunity for part-time telework up to five days per ten-day pay period from an approved location in Pennsylvania, subject to change.
Requirements
- One year of experience as a Natural Resource Program Specialist 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or three years of professional experience in natural resource management or natural resource education and a bachelor's degree in a listed or closely related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
- A bachelor's degree, when using the education-and-experience pathway, in natural resource management, parks and recreation, education, biology, forestry, ecology, geosciences, environmental sciences, or a closely related field.
- Possession of a valid Class C driver's license that is not under suspension.
- Must meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement and be able to perform essential job functions.
- A conditional offer requires satisfactory criminal history reports, including Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania Child Abuse history, and FBI Fingerprint clearances.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate outreach across many groups to support shared conservation goals.
- Develop strong connections with partners to identify new ideas and opportunities.
- Gather and review public feedback to understand public needs and guide planning efforts.
- Facilitate discussions and training to strengthen workplace culture and communication.
- Support forest resource planning by reviewing information and identifying key trends.
Benefits
- Part-time telework opportunity, up to five days per ten-day pay period
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
