Agency: Department of Natural Resources
Class Title: CONSERVATION EDUCATION REPRESENT - 09300
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Closing Date/Time: 01/30/2025
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $4,412 monthly; Full Range $4,412 - $5,991 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: McLean
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC062
NOTE: THIS POSITION IS A TEMPORARY SEASONAL POSITION THAT WILL NOT EXCEED SIX MONTHS
Schedule of Hiring Process
Interviews Held Late February/Early March
Tentative Start in May 2025
This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
Posting Identification Number 12-45-44118
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Position Overview
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is looking to hire a Conservation Education Representative for Miller Park. This position will support the mission of the Office of Resource Conservation by educating students as Fish Clinic Instructors. These instructors will inform audiences of fish, fish ecology, fishing ethics and techniques for audiences of various skills and levels and experiences. The ideal candidate will be able to utilize their professional experience in a public education and information program, public speaking skills, and experience of fishing. We welcome interested applicants who would like to be part of this team to apply today.
Essential Function
- Under general direction of the central Illinois Urban Fishing Program Manager, develops and executes the Conservation Education Program for the Urban Fishing Program in McLean County
- Serves as program liaison with media outlets
- Participates in staff meetings relating to the development and presentation of education and information material
- Interprets and promotes the Urban Fishing Program's services and activities
- Develops and establishes new and more effective methods of clinic instructions
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above
Minimum Qualification
- Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college, with courses in journalism, English, or public speaking
Preferred Qualifications
- One (1) year of elementary knowledge of the principles of conservation education
- Two (2) years of professional experience in a public education and information program in a public or private agency
- One (1) year of experience in public speaking
- One (1) year of experience using cameras, projectors, recorders, and outdoor equipment
- One (1) year of experience presenting ideas effectively, both orally and in writing
- One (1) year of experience preparing reports and keeping records on conservation education activities
- One (1) year of fishing experience
Employment Conditions
Applicants must possess the ability to meet ALL of the following Conditions of Employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position:
- Ability to pass background check
- Valid driver's license
- Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description
Agency and Division Statements
DNR Agency Statement
Charged with preserving, protecting and promoting Illinois' natural and cultural resources, Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) employees oversee water, wildlife, wetlands and oil wells, parks, historic sites - and everything in between. Employment opportunities vary greatly, often providing employees the chance to work indoors and out in a dynamic yet relaxed environment. Working for the State of Illinois, IDNR employees receive excellent benefits, including health, vision and dental insurance; a retirement plan and deferred compensation options,; state holidays and other time off; as well as pre-tax benefit programs.
Office of Resource Conservation
The Office of Resource Conservation strives to conserve the state's wildlife, fisheries, natural lands, and forest resources for future generations while providing sustainable recreational opportunities for all Illinoisans.
Work Hours: Mon - Sat, Up to 37.5 hrs per week; Hrs may vary due to inclement weather and clinic schedules
Work Location: Miller Park, 1020 S Morris Ave, Bloomington, IL, 61701
Agency Contact: Vicky Fowler
Email: Vicky.fowler@Illinois.gov
Phone: (217) 785-5387
Posting Group: Environmental & Natural Resources