ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT I

Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is looking to hire an Administrative Assistant I for The Office of Oil and Gas Resource Management. This position will assist in planning, developing, and implementing administrative policies, procedures, and programs, make recommendations on administrative matters, represent the Assistant Office Director at meetings, interpret directives by the Assistant Office Director and respond either orally or in writing as the situation demands, and will serve as unit timekeeper.  The Office of Oil and Gas Resource Management regulates the injection of fluids into underground injection wells, through the Underground Injection Control Program, and cleans up abandoned well sites through the Plugging and Restoration Fund and Landowner Grant Programs.  We welcome interested applicants who would like to be part of this team to apply today. 

Essential Functions

• Under general direction, functions as a staff assistant to the Assistant Office Director.
• Gathers data and statistics and prepares reports for the Assistant Office Director.
• Oversees the office clerical procedures.
• Manages various administrative duties.
• Serves as liaison with various individuals and agencies regarding office programs and operations.
• 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 of college preferably with courses in public or business administration.
• Requires one year of professional experience in a public or private organization, or completion of an agency approved professional management training program.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of experience preparing detailed reports.
• One (1) year of experience dealing with the general public, legislators, state and federal agencies and industry trade groups.
• One (1) year of experience expressing ideas clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.

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:

1. Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.

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 Oil and Gas Resource Management

The Office of Oil and Gas Resource Management (OOGRM) is the regulatory authority in Illinois for permitting, drilling, operating, and plugging oil and gas production wells. The Office implements the Illinois Oil and Gas Act and enforces standards for the construction and operation of related production equipment and facilities.  In addition, the Office regulates the injection of fluids into underground injection wells, through the UIC Program, and cleans up abandoned well sites through the PRF and Landowner Grant Programs.