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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania |
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POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING |
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Position Number: 50698226 |
Description Activated On: 11/5/2024 11:46:37 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. This position serves within the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Bureau of Recreation and Conservation, Community Parks and Conservation Division, Land Conservation and Stewardship Section. The Compliance and ORLP Program Specialist will aid in the administration of the federal Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Program, specifically the compliance aspect of the Program, and the Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) Program. These programs provide financial assistance to Pennsylvania municipalities interested in pursuing an outdoor recreation acquisition or development grant. This position ensures compliance of over 1,600 projects that require the grantees to maintain lands acquired or development with state and/or federal funds to be used for recreation, park and conservation purposes in perpetuity. DCNR Bureau of Recreation and Conservation (BRC) Mission Statement: To be a leader in establishing community conservation partnerships for advancing the greening of Pennsylvania, for protecting the commonwealth’s natural and heritage resources, and for providing recreational opportunities for all Pennsylvanians and visitors to enjoy. DCNR Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Statement (DEIB) Statement: To conserve and maintain Pennsylvania’s public natural resources for the benefit of all people, including generations yet to come, we will take intentional action to ensure DCNR lands are accessible to all, provide inclusive and equitable programs and services, and recruit and retain a diverse workforce. |
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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. Program Development and Management: Improves knowledge of and participation in the Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) Program across Pennsylvania. Develops metrics and evaluation tools to assess growth and success of the ORLP Program. Reviews overall progress, results, and effectiveness of the ORLP program to develop recommendations for policy or procedural changes. Trains staff and stakeholders on the ORLP Program. Ensures an Open Project Selection Process (OPSP) that provides objective criteria and standards for grant selection based on priority needs for the acquisition and development of outdoor recreation resources as identified in the Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP). Provides professional and technical information, presentations, consultations and assistance to peers, supervisors, managers, senior management, executive management, applicants, grantees, special interest groups, community groups, consultants and other technical assistance providers, legislators, the media, and the public to educate interested parties on the ORLP Program resources and services. Develops and delivers presentations and workshops for government, civic, business, and community groups and organizations to explain programs, provide technical assistance, and stimulate interest and increased participation in recreation and conservation planning and partnership building. Represents the Department and Bureau on committees, task forces, and ad hoc groups as assigned; serves as a liaison between the Department, Bureau, regional staff and public; and creates an awareness and understanding of the Program. Manages all aspects of ORLP grant projects to meet established goals and deadlines in an efficient and effective manner. Reviews and evaluates grant applications for eligibility and conformance with rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines. Reviews project costs, scores applications, recommends project funding, and develops official project scopes. Reviews, analyzes, critiques, and approves technical project documents and deliverables for assigned grant projects. Identifies and resolves issues and problems. Reviews and evaluates requests for payment and requests for grant amendments from grantees to ensure eligibility of project costs, adherence to grant program policies, procedures, and requirements, and prevention of audit exceptions, and recommend approval or disapproval of the request. Participates in developing, presenting, and explaining policy changes such as grant program eligibility requirements, eligible projects, eligible costs, rating and ranking criteria, reporting requirements, documentation requirements, and other factors that affect the management and quality of the grant programs. Schedules regular meetings with grantees to review project deliverables, track progress, and proactively manage issues. Provides guidance and technical assistance to applicants and grantees by telephone, email, written correspondence, and in-person meetings. Directly responds to inquiries or refers them to appropriate Commonwealth staff or external resources. Travels to field sites to meet with partners and perform project site visits. Stewardship/Compliance: Coordinates with the LWCF Program Specialist, Alternate State Liaison Officer (ASLO), to improve compliance reporting and resolution of conversions. Conducts monitoring of LWCF assisted parks and assists local sponsors with federal the compliance process. Reviews change in the use, transfer of ownership, control or interest in property acquired or developed with LWCF assistance. Consults with NPS for guidance on any post-completion conversion issues discovered. Coordinates with state and local government agencies and nonprofit officials, landowners, attorneys, and members of the legislative community on the actions required for conversions. Reports annually to NPS on federally mandated five-year, post-completion project site inspections to ensure proper operation, maintenance and stewardship of LWCF and ORLP protected areas. Coordinates the development and submission of complete conversion packages to the National Park Service for review and approval. Provides professional and technical information, presentations, consultations and assistance to peers, local project sponsors, state and local government officials, consultants and legislators to educate on LWCF Post-Completion and Stewardship. Other: Supports the Bureau's Outreach and Educational Services to include providing articles for the Bureau newsletter; and assisting with educational material development and distribution, workshops, and webinars when needed. Collaborates with staff to plan and conduct statewide conferences, meetings, and educational sessions to support the Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program and post-completion stewardship and compliance initiatives. Performs special projects and other assignments as directed by the Section Chief, Division Chief, or Bureau Director. |
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. Work is assigned through broad goals and objectives and the employee exercises considerable independent judgment in determining priorities. Work is performed independently and is reviewed by the Land Conservation and Stewardship Section Chief and Community Parks and Conservation Division Chief for effectiveness and alignment with the Bureau's grant program policies, outreach, and education strategy. Questions involving policy decisions and issues that are controversial, unusual, politically sensitive and/or unique are referred to the supervisor and/or manager for final decision-making. |
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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: Licenses, registrations, or certifications: 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A 4. N/A 5. N/A 6. 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.
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