OFFICE COORDINATOR, Opt. 2

Office Coordinator, Opt. 2

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.

Position Overview: The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is seeking to hire an Office Coordinator for the Office of Land Management. This position will act as a liaison and maintain records and files for all sites and satellites; orally or in writing, explains procedures, rules and regulations, and/or services to contractors, vendors, other parks, and the public; will maintain holiday and work schedules; make independent decisions on the release of confidential information; prepare documents and reports for hunting, fishing, and recreational programs such as blind cards or permits including activity, metal detecting, hunting and research; provide guidance to staff regarding various software applications and computer system operations; and maintain filing system on site correspondence, forms, legal documents, maps, financial records, and property control.

Minimum Qualifications: Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to two years of secretarial/business college, or completion of high school and two years of related office experience, or two years of independent business experience. Requires ability to keyboard accurately at 30 wpm.

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 Driver's license. Requires ability to travels to satellite sites in performance of duties, when needed.

Agency and Division 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.