Job Requisition ID: 47414
Closing Date: 06/09/2025
Agency: Department of Natural Resources
Class Title: NATURAL RESOURCES SPECIALIST - 28832, (Opt. 2)
Skill Option: Wildlife
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary (Effective 7/1/25) $5,928 Monthly; Full Range $5,928 - $8,493 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Marshall
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062
Merit Comp Code: N/A
This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
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Position Identification number: 12-46-47414
Why Work for Illinois?
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The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is seeking to hire a District Wildlife Biologist for The Office of Resource Conservation. This position will be responsible for the development of a detailed district plan of work ensuring the efficacious use of public funds, personnel, and other resources available to the district (including specialized conservation equipment such as grain drills, seeders, mowers, backpack sprayers, and drip torches). This position will conduct prescribed fires and drawings, conduct field investigations of wildlife mortality events, assist in managing events, and participate in the Department’s chronic wasting disease program as directed. The Office of Resource Conservation within the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is responsible for the management of Illinois’ wildlife, fish, and forest resources, along with stewardship and restoration of natural lands. ORC manages fish and wildlife populations through hunting and fishing regulations based on scientific data. We welcome interested applicants who would like to be part of this team to apply today.
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:
1. Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
2. Valid driver’s license.
3. Requires ability to work under adverse environmental conditions.
4. Requires ability to lift loads which exceed 60 lbs., to traverse rough and broken terrain on foot without mechanical assistance, and to negotiate a variety of natural obstacles while using, carrying, or otherwise transporting, a variety of equipment.
5. 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.
DNR Agency Statement
Charged with preserving, protecting, and promoting Illinois’ natural resources, the 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; flexible/remote work schedules may be available for certain positions.
Division of Wildlife Resources
The mission of the Wildlife Resources Division is "To provide leadership with the restoration, management and protection of wildlife populations and their habitats, in accordance with the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation." To carry out this mission we restore, manage, and/or protect wildlife to ensure viable populations, provide compatible recreational opportunities, and reduce negative interactions with people; restore, manage, and protect wildlife habitats to ensure wildlife integrations with people; increase customer service with current constituents while working toward expanding the State's customer base; continue to inform Illinoisans about handling human-wildlife conflicts, private land management, and how IDNR manages wildlife populations.
Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM w/ 30 min. Lunch
Work Location: Wildlife District 8, 238 State Route 26, Lacon, Illinois, 61540
Agency Contact: Vicky Fowler
Email: Vicky.fowler@illinois.gov
Phone #: (217) 785-5387
Posting Group: Environmental & Natural Resources
This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).
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