Position Description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING
Position Number: 50654840	Description Activated On: 8/24/2026 10:45:44 AM

Position Purpose: Describe the primary purpose of this position and how it contributes to the organization’s objectives. Example: Provides clerical and office support within the Division to ensure its operations are conducted efficiently and effectively.

The hunter education schools program coordinator serves as a liaison between the Pennsylvania Game Commission, PA Department of Education, and public schools to recruit, train, and certify teachers to teach Hunter education as an elective course or part of an existing course.

Description of Duties: Describe in detail the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Descriptions should include the major end result of the task. Example: Types correspondence, reports, and other various documents from handwritten drafts for review and signature of the supervisor.

Provide statewide training sessions to certify teachers to teach hunter education in schools.

Maintain a positive working relationship with the PA Department of Education to align hunter education with state standards while meeting IHEA requirements.

Develop a policy that outlines the minimum requirements for teachers to obtain and maintain a hunter education teaching certification.

Work with the office of conservation investment to streamline the process for teachers to report teaching hours for in-kind contributions and student results.

Work with the marketing and strategic communications bureau to promote hunter education and similar youth programs for teachers and schools.

Attend teacher conferences and events to promote hunter education and similar youth education program opportunities for teachers.

Collect and analyze feedback and program data to identify trends, measure effectiveness, and improve outcomes for students, teachers, and schools.

Keep program records and documentation organized, updated, and securely maintained.

Assist the management technician in overseeing program inventory and warehouse space, including equipment used in schools.

Help the management technician order and maintain stock of materials and teaching aids needed for school‑based hunter education.

Participate in R3 events and assist with hunter education courses as needed.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Decision Making: Describe the types of decisions made by the incumbent of this position and the types of decisions referred to others. Identify the problems or issues that can be resolved at the level of this position, versus those that must be referred to the supervisor. Example: In response to a customer inquiry, this work involves researching the status of an activity and preparing a formal response for the supervisor’s signature.

The Hunter Education Schools Program Coordinator will be expected to operate independently with guidance from the Hunter Education and Outreach Division Chief.

Requirements Profile: Identify any specific experience or requirements, such as a licensure, registration, or certification, which may be necessary to perform the functions of the position. Position-specific requirements should be consistent with a Special Requirement or other criteria identified in the classification specification covering this position. Example: Experience using Java; Professional Engineer License

Experience:

Required:
1. PA Child Abuse History Certification from DHS (PA Child Abuse);
2. Pennsylvania State Police Criminal History Record Check (PSP); and
3. DHS Finger-based FBI Criminal History Background Check (DHS FBI).

Employment clearances must be renewed every sixty (60) months

Within 6 months of hiring, the Hunter Education Schools Program Coordinator must complete and maintain a certification to teach the state’s mandatory basic hunter-trapper education program.

1. Professional experience in event planning, communications, public relations, or social media management fields
2. Organized and able to handle multiple tasks
3. Passion for wildlife and habitat conservation, outdoor recreation, hunting and trapping.
4. Experience coordinating volunteers or working with schools/community organizations.

Licenses, registrations, or certifications:

1.   Class C Driver's License

2.   N/A

3.   N/A

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Essential Functions: Provide a list of essential functions for this position. Example: Transports boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.

1.	Communicates effectively in oral and written formats;
2.	Relates to co-workers, program-related staff, agency stakeholders and the public in a positive and professional manner
3.	Utilize computers and office equipment. Maintains records, ledgers and databases
4.	Prepare instructional materials, curricula, and standard operating procedures for designated program area.
5.	Lifts and transports heavy objects up to 50 lbs over uneven terrain.
6.	Securely maintain records and documentation containing Personally Identifiable Information (PII) in accordance with agency standards.
7.	Assists in preparing the division’s annual budget and supports grant writing efforts to secure federal funding for designated program area.
8.	Collects program feedback and performance data to evaluate program effectiveness and make improvements.
9.	Safely teach others to utilize hunting and trapping equipment including crossbows, bows, and firearms.
10.	Ability to travel to other parts of the state and work evenings and weekends occasionally.