Job Description

Job Requisition ID: 56206 
Opening Date: 05/18/2026
Closing Date: 06/02/2026
Agency: Department of Natural Resources
Site Name: Old State Capitol Historic Site
Class Title:  CONSERVATION/HISTORIC PRSVTN WKR (09317) 
Skill Option:  None  
Bilingual Option:  None
Salary: Up to $3,404 monthly based on hours worked, $19.56 per hour anticipated starting salary.
Job Type: Hourly
Category:  Full Time  
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 2
Bargaining Unit Code:  None
Merit Comp Code: 

 

NOTE: THIS POSITION IS A TEMPORARY SEASONAL POSITION THAT WILL NOT EXCEED SIX MONTHS

Filling 2 Conservation Worker Positions

Anticipated Start Dates: 5/16/2026 

 

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.

 

 

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Position Overview

The Illinois Dept of Natural Resources is looking to hire Conservation/Historic Preservation Workers (CW’s) to work at multiple locations throughout Illinois. This Temporary seasonal position will not exceed six months. Under immediate supervision, the CW’s will perform routine maintenance and janitorial duties of site buildings and public use areas (such as: groundskeeping, cleaning of shelters, shower houses, and privies, and pick up and dispose of trash, litter, and debris). They will operate and perform routine maintenance on equipment and vehicles (such as cleaning/repairing of hand tools, changing oil, fluids, filters, spark plugs, belts, etc.) CW’s will work to assist in habitat management and various hunting programs in addition to or in place of other duties. Some CW’s will be hired to do site interpretation in addition to or in place of other duties at select locations. We welcome interested applicants who would like to be part of this team to apply today. 

Essential Functions

• Under immediate supervision and on a temporary basis not to exceed 6 months, assists site staff in the maintenance of grounds to create clean, safe, and attractive public use areas during all weather conditions:
• Performs routine housekeeping duties:
• Assists Site Interpreters in delivering the site interpretive programs:
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to the completion of eight years of elementary school.

Conditions of Employment

All applicants must be able to meet the following Conditions of Employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position. The State of Illinois complies with federal and state disability laws and will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities:

• Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
• Must be at least 17 years of age or older and possess a valid driver’s license.
• Requires ability to travel in performance of duties, as needed.
• Requires ability to stand for long period of time, climb stairs or ladders, stoop, bend, kneel and lift up to 60 lbs.
• Requires ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays (if needed).
• Requires ability to work in a primitive environment or outdoors and withstand exposure to the elements during inclement weather.
• Requires ability to walk over rough or broken terrain. 

 

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

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, vision health 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 Land Management-
The Office of Land Management (OLM) oversees nearly 400 individual parcels of land and institutes a wide variety of programs and activities advocating outdoor recreation through sustainable use, conservation, and preservation. The Historic Sites Division of the Office of Land Management oversees 57 Historic Sites. Monuments and Memorials. OLM facilitates activities from small group interpretive programming at Historical Sites: to hiking, hunting, fishing, boating, and camping.

Work Hours: Variable
Headquarter Location: 1 N Old State Capitol Plz, Springfield, Illinois, 62701
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact: Valerie Streenz
Email: [email protected]
Phone #: 217-785-2262
Posting Group: Environmental & Natural Resources

 

This position [DOES NOT] contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. 

State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the  Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. 

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the  Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

 

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:

• [email protected]
• [email protected]

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Temporary work, Seasonal work, Work at office, Immediate start, Flexible hours, Weekend work, Afternoon shift

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