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ILLINOIS STATE FAIR Seasonal Worker - Customer Service

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application.

Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at CMS.DisabilityResCen@illinois.gov or call (217) 524-7514 for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.

Sponsorship for Employment

The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students.  To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Disclosure of Salary Information

In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history.  Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history.  To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.
Date:  Apr 17, 2026
Location: 

Springfield, IL, US, 62702

Job Requisition ID:  54970

Job Requisition ID: 54970 
Opening Date: 04/20/2026
Closing Date: 08/15/2026
Agency:Department of Agriculture
Class Title: CONSERVATION/HISTORIC PRSVTN WKR (09317) 
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: $18.81/hour
Job Type: Hourly
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 25
Bargaining Unit Code: None
Merit Comp Code: Excluded from Collective Bargaining Coverage

 

The Illinois Department of Agriculture is seeking individuals, for temporary employment not to exceed 6 months, for the Illinois State Fair summer season. Temporary employees are needed for the following area: Customer Service.  This is an ideal opportunity for anyone looking to work in a constantly changing fast paced environment.  Successful candidates will be individuals who can work promptly and efficiently in order to maintain that the Illinois State Fair, as well as non-fair events, run effectively.  Applicants are encouraged to apply early as offers for positions will be made on a first come first serve basis.

 

Illinois Department of Agriculture 2026 Seasonal Hire Employment Application Process

 

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.

A second sex offender registry check will be done 1-2 days before orientation.

 

 

Why Work for Illinois?

 

 

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

  • Under immediate supervision, and on a temporary basis for a period not to exceed six months, performs a variety of unskilled manual labor and/or simple clerical duties. Provides Customer Service to the general public, vendors, competitors/participants, and volunteers regarding the Illinois State fair (ISF) and events that happen prior to, during, or after the ISF.
  • Responsible for assisting the ISF office with customer sales and services.
  • Performs data entry or other computer work using computer programs specific to the ISF as well as with office products such as Word, Excel and Outlook.
  • Performs various office/clerical functions.
  • Assists with various operational functions of the ISF.
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to the completion of eight years of elementary school.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prefers experience working with and assisting the public with general inquiries.
  • Prefers experience with basic office equipment and computer programs.
  • Prefers elementary knowledge of basic math and alphabetizing.
  • Prefers experience with cash handling.
  • Prefers experience maintaining satisfactory working relationships with management, other employees, and members of the public.
  • Prefers experience with understanding and following written and oral instructions.

Conditions of Employment

  • Must be able to pass a name-based sex offender registry check.
  • Must be able to work all 11 days of the Illinois State Fair, which may include nights and weekends.
  • Must be able to work for up to 10 hours a day or more, possibly outside.
  • This position may require a valid driver’s license.
  • walking, standing, and sitting.
  • The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Work Hours:  varies 
Headquarter Location: 801 E Sangamon Ave, Springfield, Illinois, 62702 
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact:  AGR.SeasonalHR@illinois.gov 
Phone #: 217-557-0994
Posting Group: Building, Fleet & Institutional Support

 

 

We are looking to fill positions in the area outlined below:

 

* Credentials  Working with the Credentials Office in support of areas such as credentials, Camping, Golf Carts and Mega/Jumbo Pass including cash handling

* Competitive Events  Data entry of all competitive event applications and interaction with applicants to these events including cash handling

*  Support Services  Assisting in the print shop, the mail room and the front reception desk

*  Space Rental  Measuring locations for vendor exibitor spacing, customer service and cash handling - Must be 18 or older with a valid drivers license. 

*  Press Information Office  Working with the media tent for the Illinois State Fair; assisting department PIO officer with media related issues for the fair. 

*  Trailer Parking  Assisting owners to park their trailers in a pre-set parking configuration

*  Budget and Fiscal Data entry for payroll, filing and assisting with general office tasks. 

*  County Fairs & Horseracing sell parking passes to the horsemen in the backstretch.

 

Applications will be scored and ranked from highest to lowest score.  Applicants will be offered employment in score order. Applicants scoring 1 or less will only be contacted if necessary to fill any vacant positions. Submit applications as early as possible as offers of employment will begin on June 1, 2026, and will continue to be made to qualified applicants in ranking order until all positions for the entire season are filled.

 

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:

  • donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
  • systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
 

 


Nearest Major Market: Springfield

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