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Non-profit - Volunteer
Public Information Specialist 2
Non-profit - Volunteer
#42301
Full Time
State of West Virginia
Job Description
***This job opportunity is not in the classified service and is not covered by the West Virginia Division of Personnel merit system. ***
Public Information Specialist 2
West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection
Executive Office; Public Information Office; Youth Environmental Program
Office Location: 1000 Technology Drive Suite 3220, Fairmont, WV 26554
Important note: selected candidate for this position will be subject to a background check.
We welcome you to join our team where we value work/life balance and diversity. We offer a great benefits package that includes 12 paid holidays, insurance and flexible benefits, ample annual and sick leave accrual, flexible work schedules, an Employee Assistance Program, Wellness Initiatives, an optional 457 defined contribution retirement savings plan and more.
If you want to be a part of this innovative team, apply today.
Employee will be assigned to the Executive Office, Public Information Office, Environmental Youth Program. Under general supervision, at the full performance level, will be responsible for the promotion, coordination and maintenance of various volunteer-based environmental programs administered through the Department of Environmental Protection in the following counties: Brooke, Doddridge, Gilmer, Hancock, Harrison, Lewis, Marion, Marshall, Monongalia, Ohio, Pleasants, Preston, Ritchie, Taylor, Tyler, and Wetzel.
Duties include:
Youth Environmental Program Duties:
Conduct meetings, presentations, outreach, and set up displays;
Schedule and coordinate visits with schools and youth organizations;
Recruit and increase youth group participation; replace cancellations;
Connect groups with resources and support participation in key events;
Encourage and track project report submissions for award eligibility;
Attend Youth Environmental Day, Junior Conservation Camp and Youth Environmental Conference, among other assigned events.
REAP Adopt-A-Highway Duties:
Distribute materials and conduct volunteer presentations;
Coordinate and participate in spring/fall cleanups and related events;
Manage volunteer groups, ensure compliance, and maintain records;
Recruit new groups and promote program participation.
REAP Recycling Duties:
Promote recycling programs, services, and grant opportunities;
Conduct outreach, presentations, and participate in local events;
Support schools and communities in developing or expanding recycling programs;
Research and share recycling and grant information.
REAP Make It Shine Duties:
Promote statewide cleanup participation and distribute materials;
Coordinate with volunteer groups and support project completion;
Track participation and review cleanup reports;
Communicate program guidelines and applicable regulations.
Additional Responsibilities:
Conduct environmental education and outreach activities;
Attend trainings and at least one conference annually;
Participate in at least two media events per year;
Support related environmental initiatives and programs;
Perform other duties as assigned.
Public Information Specialist 2
West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection
Executive Office; Public Information Office; Youth Environmental Program
Office Location: 1000 Technology Drive Suite 3220, Fairmont, WV 26554
Important note: selected candidate for this position will be subject to a background check.
We welcome you to join our team where we value work/life balance and diversity. We offer a great benefits package that includes 12 paid holidays, insurance and flexible benefits, ample annual and sick leave accrual, flexible work schedules, an Employee Assistance Program, Wellness Initiatives, an optional 457 defined contribution retirement savings plan and more.
If you want to be a part of this innovative team, apply today.
Employee will be assigned to the Executive Office, Public Information Office, Environmental Youth Program. Under general supervision, at the full performance level, will be responsible for the promotion, coordination and maintenance of various volunteer-based environmental programs administered through the Department of Environmental Protection in the following counties: Brooke, Doddridge, Gilmer, Hancock, Harrison, Lewis, Marion, Marshall, Monongalia, Ohio, Pleasants, Preston, Ritchie, Taylor, Tyler, and Wetzel.
Duties include:
Youth Environmental Program Duties:
Conduct meetings, presentations, outreach, and set up displays;
Schedule and coordinate visits with schools and youth organizations;
Recruit and increase youth group participation; replace cancellations;
Connect groups with resources and support participation in key events;
Encourage and track project report submissions for award eligibility;
Attend Youth Environmental Day, Junior Conservation Camp and Youth Environmental Conference, among other assigned events.
REAP Adopt-A-Highway Duties:
Distribute materials and conduct volunteer presentations;
Coordinate and participate in spring/fall cleanups and related events;
Manage volunteer groups, ensure compliance, and maintain records;
Recruit new groups and promote program participation.
REAP Recycling Duties:
Promote recycling programs, services, and grant opportunities;
Conduct outreach, presentations, and participate in local events;
Support schools and communities in developing or expanding recycling programs;
Research and share recycling and grant information.
REAP Make It Shine Duties:
Promote statewide cleanup participation and distribute materials;
Coordinate with volunteer groups and support project completion;
Track participation and review cleanup reports;
Communicate program guidelines and applicable regulations.
Additional Responsibilities:
Conduct environmental education and outreach activities;
Attend trainings and at least one conference annually;
Participate in at least two media events per year;
Support related environmental initiatives and programs;
Perform other duties as assigned.
