CONSERVATION/HISTORIC PRESERVATION WORKER

State of Illinois•Chester, IL

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is seeking Conservation/Historic Preservation Workers (CW’s) for temporary seasonal positions not exceeding six months, to work at multiple locations throughout Illinois. Under immediate supervision, CW’s will perform routine maintenance and janitorial duties for site buildings and public use areas, including groundskeeping, cleaning facilities, and trash disposal. They will also operate and maintain equipment and vehicles, assist in habitat management and various hunting programs, and potentially perform site interpretation at select locations. Working with the State of Illinois offers a career built on compassion, equity, and dedication, providing opportunities for career advancement, top-tier benefits, and comprehensive retirement packages. The IDNR is responsible for preserving, protecting, and promoting Illinois' natural and cultural resources, overseeing a wide range of natural and historic sites.

Requirements

Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to the completion of eight years of elementary school.
Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
Must be at least 17 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license.
Elementary knowledge of materials, tools, and equipment essential to grounds and building maintenance.
Ability to operate and maintain tools, equipment and trucks.
Must be able to carry up to 60 pounds and walk over rough, broken terrain.

Responsibilities

Perform routine maintenance and janitorial duties of site buildings and public use areas, including groundskeeping, cleaning shelters, shower houses, and privies, and picking up and disposing of trash, litter, and debris.
Assist in area preparation and operation for the various hunting seasons.
Operate and perform routine maintenance on equipment and vehicles, including cleaning/repairing hand tools, changing oil, fluids, filters, spark plugs, and belts.
Assist in the inspection of public use areas for public safety and hazards.
Explain site rules and regulations to users.
Assist in habitat management and various hunting programs.
Perform site interpretation at select locations (in addition to or in place of other duties).
Perform other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.