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INFORMATION and EDUCATION SPECIALIST

CLOSING DATE:    December 4, 2009

DIVISION:                Information and Education
SALARY:                   $2,650.98 monthly plus excellent state benefits
LOCATION               Central Office, 1801 N. Lincoln Blvd., Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 

Summary of Job Duties:

Under the direct supervision of the Information and Education Supervisor to work on projects that fit the priorities and goals of the Department of Wildlife.  This position will be tasked with comprehensive Information and Education projects such as marketing initiatives, publishing, DVD projects, or web page development.  Will be responsible for desktop publishing projects requiring layout and design skills which may include posters, brochures or booklets.  Contribute magazine articles, news releases and draft correspondence.  Teach Hunter Education classes annually, and assist with OAIS (Archery in the Schools) workshops/state shoot, fishing clinics and other education-focused events.  Will be responsible for limited video production, both shooting and editing, including completed segments for Outdoor Oklahoma. Develop and acquire a more extensive line of outdoor store items to promote hunting, fishing and wildlife watching.  May be required to perform other duties as assigned. 

Must have the ability to walk and jog over rough terrain for extended periods and swim.  May be required to work extended hours, weekends, and stay overnight out of town and endure various extremes of outdoor weather conditions.  Must have the ability to communicate clearly and effectively in public speaking situations and be able to express oneself clearly and concisely in writing.  Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.  Be proficient in use of computers and various software applications.  May be required to become certified as a Reserve Officer.  May be required to participate in inter-divisional training program.  Must be able to drive a vehicle, 2/4 wheel drive, standard and automatic, and ATVs.  Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 50 pounds for a distance of 100 yards.  Lift, carry and use resource trunks, boxes of educational material, display cases, signs, cages, audio-visual and photographic equipment.  Requires the ability to handle wild animals in live and dead condition. 

Requirements:

Education:     A Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Communications (journalism, photojournalism, radio/TV, public relations, etc.) or Biology (wildlife, fisheries management, zoology, etc.) is required.  If degree is in biology, additional degree or major number of hours is required in communications skills.  If degree is in education or communications areas, significant number of hours in biology course work is required.

Experience:     At least one year previous experience in one of the above fields.  Must use computers for word processing, desktop publishing and be familiar with the use of the Internet.

How to Apply:     Must apply on the Department’s Employment Application.  Resumes without the Department’s application are not accepted.  Applications may be down-loaded at www.wildlifedepartment.com, or contact the Human Resource Office, P.O. Box 53465, (1801 N. Lincoln Blvd.), Oklahoma City, OK 73152, (405) 521-4640.  Submit completed application and required transcript(s) to this address.

Applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to a background check, psychological and a physical exam, and a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use before appointment.  Appointment to this position will be contingent upon a negative drug test result.  Must be a U.S. Citizen or Alien authorized to work in the United States.

 Full time employees must submit a signed Letter of Application to the Human Resources Office, P. O. Box 53465, Oklahoma City 73152, Fax 40-5 522-5030.  A signed faxed Letter of Application will be considered as an original, signed letter. 

 Applications will be reviewed and the best qualified candidates will be invited for an interview.  The successful applicant will begin work as soon as possible after the closing date. 

The Department will make all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions, terminations, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on grounds of age, race, color, creed or religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, or other factors which cannot be lawfully used as the basis for an employment decision.

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