EXECUTIVE I

Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is seeking to hire an Executive I for The Office of Strategic Services.  This position will instruct and certify archery coaches/teachers in the schools, become a Certified Instructor and teach classes, assist with the coordination of vendors and setup in the Conservation World at the Illinois State Fair in Springfield and the Illinois State Fair in Du Quoin, travel to attend weekday and weekend events, meetings, and fund-raising events, will work with purchasing / procurement liaisons to ensure purchasing requirements are met. We welcome interested applicants who would like to be part of this team to apply today.

Essential Functions

• Assists, organizes, plans, executes, controls, and evaluates the statewide Wing shooting Program.
• Assists with the Department’s Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP).
• Assist with the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP).
• Implements guidelines, procedures and processes, and expertise to department programs including but not limited to: Special Events, Disabled Outdoor Opportunities, Special youth hunts, State tournaments, the Illinois State Fair, Fort Massac Encampment, Special Hunts, etc.
• Performs administrative support for the unit.
• 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 business or public administration.
• Requires one-year of responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization or completion of an agency approved professional management training program.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of experience handling firearms and ammunition.
• One (1) year of working experience coordinating events and working closely with vendors.
• One (1) year of working experience instructing classes, public speaking and training.
• One (1) year of working experience developing and managing a small agency or company functional program.

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.

2. Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license

3. Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.

4. Requires overtime after hours and on weekends.

5. Ability to obtain and maintain a valid FOID card.

All applicants must be able to meet the following Conditions of Employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position.
 

Agency and Division Statement

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.

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.