FARMLAND PROTECTION/MIND LAND RECLAIMATION - SANGAMON CO.
Springfield, IL, US, 62702
Agency: Department of Agriculture
Class Title: AG LAND/WATER RESOURCE SPEC I - 00831
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Closing Date/Time: 11/14/2024
Salary: $4766 - $6632 (anticipated monthly stating salary)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC062
This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
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.
Posting Identification Number 42555
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.
Essential Functions
- Collaborates with and assists in the Department of Agriculture administration of the Farmland Preservation Act (FPA) and mining permit applications pursuant to the Surface Coal Mining Land Conservation and Reclamation Act (SCMLCRA)
- Gathers and organizes data and knowledge of the different activities associated with farmland protection and mined land reclamation.
- Participates in the review and evaluation of regulations, working agreements, legislations and proposed changes thereto for impacts to land and water resources.
- 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 with course work in agriculture, natural resource management, conservation, agricultural economics, land use planning, geography, public/business administration and rural sociology.
- Work-related experience in conservation, farmland protection and mined land reclamation technician may be substitutable for the college course work on a year-for- basis.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prefers elementary knowledge of factors leading to farmland conversion to other uses; simple mathematical computations; organizational structure and functions of the Farmland Preservation Act and Surface Coal Mining Land Conservation and Reclamation Act.
- Prefers working knowledge of proper record keeping and reporting procedures.
- Prefers experience with evaluating proposed programs to determine their impact on the resources and the ability to develop and maintain satisfactory working relationships.
- Prefers elementary knowledge of analyzing the activities against written guidelines preparatory to recommending acceptance or rejection of their request for financial aid.
- Prefers experience gathering, compiling, and drawing conclusions from a variety of agriculture data and other related information.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires the ability to successfully pass a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
- Requires the ability to maintain state issued equipment such as a laptop and cellphone.
- Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license and the ability to travel in the performance of duties.
- This position is considered light work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(b)). Light work involves lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. This job may require a good deal of walking or standing or involves sitting most of the time with extended periods of driving.
- Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime.
- Requires ability to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties
- Requires the ability to work outdoors in environments with dust, work during all seasons and ability to walk on uneven surfaces.
- The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Work Location: 801 E Sangamon Ave, Springfield, Illinois, 62702
Agency Contact: Bureau of Human Resources
Email: AGR.HumanResources@illinois.gov
Phone #: 217-785-5099
Posting Group: Environmental & Natural Resources
The Illinois Department of Agriculture (AGR) administers an annual budget of more than $100 million and employs more than 300 people statewide, with several hundred more temporary employees hired during the Illinois State Fair and Du Quoin State Fair. Separate bureaus administer programs and services directed at conserving the state's land and water resources; protecting the health and welfare of livestock and companion animals; overseeing state and county fairs; regulating seed, feed and fertilizer products; ensuring the financial stability of grain dealers and warehouses; promoting Illinois food and agricultural products; and operating the state's horse racing program.
AGR values employees with different backgrounds, life experiences, and talents.
AGR offers a robust benefit package including;
- Monday-Friday work schedule
- Flexible work schedules in many program areas
- Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
- 12 Weeks paid maternity/paternity leave
- Pension Plan
- Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs
- Public Student Loan Forgiveness
- Employees earn twelve (12) paid sick days annually
- Ten to twenty-five (10-25) paid vacation days based on years of service
- Employees earn three (3) paid personal days pro-rated based on start date
- Thirteen - Fourteen (13-14) paid state holidays annually
If this opportunity appeals to you, please apply today!
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.
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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
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Nearest Major Market: Springfield