CONSERVATION EDUCATION ADMINISTRATOR - UNCLASSIFIED

CONSERVATION EDUCATION ADMINISTRATOR - UNCLASSIFIED

Salary

$124,068.00 Annually

Location

Reno

Job Type

Unclassified Full-Time

Job Number

2026-04445

Department

DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Opening Date

10/23/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

N/A

Salary Grade

Not Assigned

Full Physical Address of Position (City, State, Zip)

Reno, NV

• Description
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• THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE*

Job Summary

The Nevada Department of Wildlife is recruiting for the Administrator of the Conservation Education Division. The Conservation Education Administrator directs a staff of 25 which includes Staff Conservation Educators, Public Information Officers, Conservation Educators, Administrative Assistants, as well as additional contract employees. The position plans, organizes and directs the statewide Conservation Education and Public Affairs programs along with directing the production and dissemination of information regarding wildlife and hunter safety to the public through radio, television, newsprint and electronic media. The position uses human dimensions data to effectively distribute findings through the use of social media. The position develops the Division's biennial budget along and develops and evaluates program goals and objectives. This position will have the authority under the Department's Deputy Directors and Director to carry out the Division's mission and will plan, organize, direct and control Division resources to achieve overall Department goals.

Essential Qualifications

Seven or more years of applicable experience managing comprehensive programs that includes presenting and evaluating wildlife educational programs, writing news stories, preparing and presenting radio and television broadcasts, developing pamphlets, booklets or flyers with a minimum of three years of experience in game management, Bachelor's or above degree in education, journalism, wildlife management, biology or closely related field preferred, or combination of experience and education.

Job Duties

• Oversight and direction of the Department's web, online, digital and social media presence
• Managing response to inquiries from elected officials, the media, and the public
• Supervising video production for news releases and public service announcements
• Oversight of press releases, articles, bulletins, and official correspondence on behalf of the Department
• Preparing audiovisual materials for the Nevada Board of Wildlife Commissioners and State Legislature and assistance with virtual meetings
• Administering the state's statutorily mandated basic hunter safety/hunter education programs and the associated instructor volunteer program
• Overseeing additional education initiatives including advanced hunter education, bow hunter education, National Archery in the Schools Program, aquatic education, angler education, and general wildlife education programs
• Managing wildlife interpretive projects across the state
• Coordinating the statewide volunteer program in support of wildlife and habitat conservation and associated non-federal match
• Developing and implementing plans for the recruitment, retention and reactivation (R3) of hunters, anglers and other outdoor users
• Leading outreach efforts aimed at non-consumptive users of Nevada's wildlife resources through innovative education and engagement strategies

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The Conservation Education Division Administrator must possess extensive knowledge of wildlife conservation, public education and outreach, media relations, public information, strategic communications, budgeting, program development, and personnel management. This position requires strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills to oversee statewide conservation education programs, direct public affairs and media activities, manage resources, and advance the Departments conservation and public engagement priorities. The incumbent must be able to effectively communicate complex and often controversial wildlife management issues; utilize social science and human dimensions data to inform outreach strategies; develop and evaluate education programs; build collaborative relationships with stakeholders, including sportsmen, NGOs, educators, volunteers, and partner agencies; effectively supervise diverse professional staff; and represent the Department before the Nevada Board of Wildlife Commissioners, legislators, governmental entities, the media, and the public.

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.

Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.

Benefits include:

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees' Benefits Program (PEBP).

• Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.

• Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.

• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.

• Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication.

• Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.

• No Nevada state income tax.

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.

• Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of "standard" or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.

Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU).

For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF).

• State Holidays The holiday schedule for State employees is established by the Legislature.

The following are legal holidays:

January 1.............................................. New Years Day

Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.s Birthday

Third Monday in February................ Washington's Birthday

Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day

June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day

July 4.................................................... Independence Day

First Monday in September.............. Labor Day

Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day

November 11........................................ Veterans Day

Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day

Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day

December 25........................................ Christmas Day

When January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255

Employer State of Nevada (NV)

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