CONSERVATION/HISTORIC PRESERVATION WORKER

State of Illinois

1d•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 various locations throughout Illinois, including Rend Lake State Fish & Wildlife Management Area. Under immediate supervision, CW’s will perform routine maintenance and janitorial duties for site buildings and public use areas, which includes groundskeeping, cleaning facilities like shelters, shower houses, and privies, and trash removal. They will also operate and maintain equipment and vehicles, such as hand tools and trucks, performing tasks like changing oil, fluids, filters, spark plugs, and belts. Additionally, CW’s will assist in habitat management and various hunting programs. Some positions may also involve site interpretation. The IDNR is committed to preserving, protecting, and promoting Illinois' natural and cultural resources, overseeing a wide range of assets from wildlife and wetlands to parks 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

Performs routine maintenance and janitorial duties of site buildings and public use areas on a temporary basis not to exceed six months, under general supervision.
Assists in area preparation and operation for the various hunting seasons.
Operates and performs routine maintenance on equipment and vehicles.
Assists in the inspection of public use areas for public safety and hazards.
Explains site rules and regulations to users.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.