Partnership and Collaboration Coordinator (Natural Resource Program Specialist 2)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework option (part-time)

Travel may be required

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Department of Conservation and Natural Resources seeks a Partnership and Collaboration Coordinator to strengthen forest planning, public engagement, and cross‑agency collaboration across the Commonwealth. You will support planning decisions, coordinate outreach, and help guide natural resource management with diverse stakeholder groups.

You will engage partners, analyze public input, and help train staff to improve communications and workplace culture while

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience as a Natural Resource Program Specialist 1 or equivalent.
• 3 years of professional experience in natural resource management or natural resource education with a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Equivalent combination of experience and training acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate outreach across multiple groups to support shared conservation goals.
• Develop strong connections with partners to identify ideas and opportunities.
• Gather and review feedback to understand public needs for planning guidance.
• Facilitate staff discussions and training to improve workplace communication.
• Support forest resource planning by reviewing information and identifying key trends.

Skills

Partner Engagement

Relationship Building

Public Input Analysis

Staff Support

Planning Assistance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in natural resources or related field

Job description

Be the spark that brings partners together for a healthier environment! The Partnership and Collaboration Coordinator with the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources plays a key role in supporting shared goals and thoughtful decision-making. You will help create strong relationships that guide forest management and public engagement. This position offers a chance to shape how Pennsylvania protects and cares for its natural resources.

This position focuses on building strong partnerships and improving how the Bureau of Forestry connects with the public and its staff. The role supports planning, communication, and collaboration that guide forest management across the Commonwealth. As a Partnership and Collaboration Coordinator, you will perform the following duties:

• Partner Engagement: Coordinate outreach across many groups to support shared conservation goals
• Relationship Building: Develop strong connections with partners to find new ideas and opportunities
• Public Input Analysis: Gather and review feedback to understand public needs and guide planning efforts
• Staff Support: Facilitate discussions and training to strengthen workplace culture and communication
• Planning Assistance: Support forest resource planning by reviewing information and identifying key trends

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 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Travel may be required.
• Telework:You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, 5 days out of a 10-day pay period. 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training 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 natural resource management, parks and recreation, education, biology, forestry, ecology, geosciences, environmental sciences, or a closely related field; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

• This particular position also requires possession of a valid Class C driver's license that is not under suspension.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
  • Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

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.

• 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.