STOREKEEPER I

Position Overview

The IL Department of Natural Resources is seeking to hire a Storekeeper I for The Office of Stategic Services.  This position will possess knowledge of agency programs and personnel to determine priority requests, process inquiries for information and publications, select materials from publications stock room and clearinghouse, collect and prepare materials for distribution, distribute State Park magazines according to orders received, work closely with the Bureau of Tourism for orders received, distribute paper to headquarters from other locations using a full pallet on a box truck, and maintain inventory database of materials used for events and programs for documentation and future planning.  We welcome all interested applicants to apply. 

Essential Functions

• Under general direction, processes a variety of office functions in a Clearinghouse setting. 
• Coordinates with agency staff to provide appropriate materials for events.
• Serves as liaison between the department and licensed vendors.
• Maintains filing system of all orders processed and distributed.
• Coordinates printing schedules with agency personnel to coincide with divisional schedules and departmental needs.
• Maintains computerized database used to promote agency 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 completion of four years high school.
• Requires one-year experience in the keeping of stores and stores records.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of working knowledge of storeroom and warehouse methods, procedures, inventory record keeping and controls.
• Two (2) years of experience in preparing stock records and reports.
• Two (2) years of experience in performing arduous labor.

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.
• Requires appropriate, valid Class C License (non CDL, but CDL license accepted)
• 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 Statement

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.

Office of Strategic Services

The Office of Strategic Services (OSS) facilitates IDNR’s significant economic impact through the sale of licenses and permits for hunting, fishing, boating, and snowmobiling activities generating millions of dollars in revenue annually for conservation efforts across Illinois, while advocating good conservation and preservation efforts through responsible recreation practices.  OSS also has dedicated staff to host special sporting and educational events across the state to boost tourism and educational efforts that have not only an impact at a local level but on a national scale.  The OSS provides oversight and support for a variety of special events held year-round. Some are fun and entertaining, while others are educational:  state fairs, sport shows, living history reenactments, fishing fairs - the list goes on and on. There is a special event for nearly every age and interest, including great family activities.  OSS provides fleet management and administrative services for IDNR properties in districts spread throughout the state of Illinois.