Wildlife Conservation Education Specialist Digital Marketing Specialist

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Military leave
• Paid military leave
• Paid parental leave
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

THE POSITION
Are you looking for a career that allows you to showcase your creative mind? The Pennsylvania Game Commission is seeking a Wildlife Conservation Education Specialist - Digital Marketing Specialist that has the ambition and drive to contribute to our team. This position gives you the opportunity to assist with marketing efforts, while managing and implementing email marking and paid advertising for the agency. Join us and become a part of a forward thinking and innovative team of professionals.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK
Your primary responsibility will be to assist with creating and implementing marketing projects that promote Commission programs and encourage participation in hunting and trapping in Pennsylvania. You will achieve this goal through email marketing and paid advertising. You will have the opportunity to work closely with the Digital Communications and Strategic Communications Divisions on creative assets and copywriting for the campaigns.

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 7:45 am to 4:00 pm, Monday - Friday, with 45-minute lunch.
• 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:

• Two years of professional experience in the development and implementation of conservation education programs; and a bachelor’s degree with course work in wildlife management, journalism, communications, or a closely related field; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be willing and able to work in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
• You must possess a current and valid Pennsylvania Class “C” Driver’s license or equivalent.
• You must be willing and able to work evenings and weekends as required.
• You must be willing to travel occasionally within and outside of Pennsylvania.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

• Post-secondary degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following fields: Public Relations,
• Marketing/Communications, Journalism, Business Administration, Wildlife Management or another related field
• Professional experience in email marketing
• Professional experience in paid advertising
• Experience with hunting

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 [email protected].

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.
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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, six weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

• Eligibility rules apply.