Ecological Program Specialist

NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF CS-. IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM JULY 6, 2026 TO JULY 20, 2026, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION. Join a team that safeguards the natural places people and wildlife depend on every day! The Ecological Program Specialist with the Pennsylvania Game Commission plays an important role in protecting wildlife and guiding responsible natural resource use.

This position offers a chance to work across forests, wetlands, and open lands to support healthy habitats. The work is meaningful and supports conservation efforts that benefit people and wildlife across the state. It is a great role for someone who enjoys science, outdoor work, and teamwork!

NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF CS-. IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM JULY 6, 2026 TO JULY 20, 2026, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION. Join a team that safeguards the natural places people and wildlife depend on every day! The Ecological Program Specialist with the Pennsylvania Game Commission plays an important role in protecting wildlife and guiding responsible natural resource use.

This position offers a chance to work across forests, wetlands, and open lands to support healthy habitats. The work is meaningful and supports conservation efforts that benefit people and wildlife across the state. It is a great role for someone who enjoys science, outdoor work, and teamwork!

This position supports statewide environmental and land management efforts that guide safe and responsible oil, gas, and mineral activities on State Game Lands. It helps protect wildlife, habitats, and natural resources through careful planning, evaluation, and coordination. As a Ecological Program specialist, you will perform the following duties:

• Field Inspections:
  Conduct site reviews to check resource development activities and identify impacts to wildlife and habitats
• Plan Evaluation:
  Review and assess construction and permit plans to reduce or prevent harm to species and ecosystems
• Issue Investigation:
  Investigate and address environmental problems caused by oil or gas operations on State Game Lands
• Data Management:
  Maintain lease records, agreements, spatial data, and other information used for program decisions
• Collaboration:
  
  Work with regional staff and other partners to restore sites and support responsible resource development
• Technical Guidance:
  Provide recommendations on regulations, environmental requirements, and protection of wildlife resources

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

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework:
  You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. Telework is not permitted during the initial six-month probationary period; eligibility may be granted upon its successful completion. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
  
  The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• 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.

• One year of experience as a Wildlife Biologist 2 or Natural Resource Program Specialist 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal…