Top 464 Conservation Jobs in Pennsylvania

Aquatic Biologist 1
Commonwealth of PA —Wilkes-Barre, PA
- $53,008 - $80,646 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- Driver's License
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
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Park Ranger - Full-Time - REGION 2
Montgomery County Pennsylvania —Green Lane, PA
- $21.01 - $28.01 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Management
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- English
PennEnvironment Clean Water and Conservation Associate
Environment America —Philadelphia, PA
- $38,250 - $39,500 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Writing skills
- Public speaking
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
Individual Placement-AmeriCorps
Conservation Legacy —King of Prussia, PA
- $720 a week
- Temporary
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
1d
Conservation Scientist
Philadelphia Museum of Art —Philadelphia, PA
- $91,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Associate Environmental Specialist
GAI Consultants Inc —Homestead, PA
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor of Science
- Office
- Driver's License
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Digital Marketing Specialist (Wildlife Conservation Education Specialist)
Commonwealth of PA —Harrisburg, PA
- $60,538 - $92,010 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
3d
Sustainability Specialist
Allegheny County Pennsylvania —Allegheny County, PA
- $50,000 - $55,000 a year
- Online Application
- Background check
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
Conservation Coordinator AmeriCorps Member
Indiana County Conservation District —Indiana, PA
- Weekends as needed
- Marketing
- Public speaking
- Mid-level
Quick Apply
Park Ranger - Part-Time - REGION 3
Montgomery County Pennsylvania —Norristown, PA
- $21.00 - $28.01 an hour
- Part-time
- Management
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- English
8d
Environmental Field Technicians
Field & Technical Services —Carnegie, PA
- Email
- Microsoft Word
- Bachelor of Science
- Office
- Profit sharing
- Health insurance
Wetland Scientist
AECOM —Conshohocken, PA
- $70,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- CPR Certification
- Bachelor of Science
- Office
- AD&D insurance
- Employee stock purchase plan
NMFS Protected Species Observers
REMSA, Inc. —Philadelphia, PA
- Email
- Clean driving record
- Driver's License
- Bachelor's degree
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Assistant Editor
MDPI USA —Philadelphia, PA
- $54,000 - $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- English
- Office
- Doctor of Philosophy
Environmental Health Specialist
Chester County of Pennsylvania —Westtown, PA
- $63,785.18 a year
- Extended hours
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Outlook
- Customer service
DCNR Ranger Trainee Hickory Run State Park Complex
Commonwealth of PA —White Haven, PA
- $23.15 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Driver's License
- 21 years or older
- Criminal background check
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
12d
Individual Placement - Environmental Education Specialist
Student Conservation Association, Inc —Philadelphia, PA
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Presentation skills
- Health insurance
GIS Specialist
Penn State University —University Park, PA
- $54,060 - $78,444 a year
- Online Application
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Staff Environmental Scientist - Natural Resources
Langan Engineering & Environmental Services —Bethlehem, PA
- Weekends as needed
- Driver's License
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Ecologist
Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. —Athens, PA
- Full-time
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- 1 year
- Profit sharing
- Disability insurance
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Aquatic Biologist 1

Commonwealth of PA -
Wilkes-Barre, PA

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Job Details

Full-time
$53,008 - $80,646 a year
11 days ago

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Internal mobility program
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Military leave
Paid time off
Paid military leave
Work from home
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Flexible schedule
Retirement plan
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Driver's License

Full Job Description

THE POSITION

As an Aquatic Biologist 1 with the Department of Environmental Protection, you will help safeguard natural habitats and guide responsible project development. This role offers a rewarding mix of fieldwork and analysis that helps keep waterways healthy. Your efforts will support decisions that protect plants, animals, and local communities. Join a team that values your commitment to environmental stewardship.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports the review and evaluation of environmental impacts related to dams, water obstructions, and encroachment activities. The work helps ensure safe and responsible use of aquatic resources across the region. As a Aquatic Biologist 1, you will perform the following duties:

Environmental Analysis: Assist in evaluating site characteristics and aquatic conditions for permit applications
Field Studies: Conduct investigations and surveys to document habitat, species, and environmental compliance
Technical Research: Gather supporting materials to validate findings and strengthen permitting decisions
Agency Coordination: Work with local, state, and federal partners on environmental reviews and planning needs
Compliance Review: Investigate potential violations and provide recommendations for corrective actions
Public Engagement: Support education efforts, meetings, and information sharing with communities and stakeholders

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 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
This position requires travel
Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days per week. 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 Wilkes Barre. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $53,008 (before taxes).
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:

A bachelor's degree with a major in a biological science, natural science, environmental science, or natural resource management, including or supplemented by six college credits in freshwater aquatic biology, aquatic ecology, aquatic botany, water pollution biology, entomology, limnology, or closely related aquatic science coursework; or
An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes six college credits in freshwater aquatic biology, aquatic ecology, aquatic botany, water pollution biology, entomology, limnology, or closely related aquatic science coursework.
Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Special Requirements:

This position requires possession of an active motor vehicle license.

Other Requirements:

You must possess and maintain a REAL ID or passport for this position. Proof of possession will be needed at the time of a conditional offer of employment.
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

Commonwealth employees who wish to use their seniority rights must apply to the internal posting for their seniority rights to be considered.

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.
All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

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.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

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.

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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, eight 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.

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