Forest and Conservation Worker jobs in Racine, WI

Forest and Conservation Worker reforests and protects timber tracts and maintains forest facilities including roads and campsites. Applies a wide range of concepts. Being a Forest and Conservation Worker applies practical knowledge of practices and procedures from two or more specialized fields, such as forestry, soil science and/or agriculture. May require 2-4 years of related work experience. Additionally, Forest and Conservation Worker relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Typically reports to a manager, or head of the department. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Conservation
  • State of Illinois
  • Ingleside, IL FULL_TIME
  • Agency : Department of Natural Resources

    Closing Date / Time : 04 / 04 / 2024

    Salary : $4,110 per Month

    Job Type : Salaried

    County : Lake

    Number of Vacancies : 1

    Plan / BU : RC062

    NOTE : THIS POSITION IS A TEMPORARY SEASONAL POSITION THAT WILL NOT EXCEED SIX MONTHS.

    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 12-32-36171

    Essential Functions

    1. Under general direction, presents programs, activities and events to the general public, school groups, and special interest groups at Moraine Hills and Volo Bog :

    • Prepares and delivers educational information designed to instill appreciation and understanding of conservation ethics
    • Gathers information to distribute to park visitors about environmental awareness

    2. Develop a familiarity with department rules, regulations, and park history :

    • Develops working knowledge of park history, park geologic features and trail system by training pamphlets and exploring the state ground
    • Answers questions to the public regarding historical, ecological, and recreational aspects of the park and surrounding area

    3. Develops and implements the natural or outdoor recreational site’s interpretive program plan :

    • Inspects trail conditions by walking park grounds
    • Plans evening and daytime visitor activities, which include foot, aquatic, and automotive tours
    • Organizes and schedules interpretive programming efforts with area educators to maximize benefits for visiting school groups
    • Plants trees and / or prairie grass with school groups
    • Plans and constructs temporary exhibits and displays for the site’s interpretive center and makes alterations and improvements to the center
    • Maintains and updates social media outlets
    • Travels throughout the region

    4. Assists in the training of volunteers for ongoing needs or special events :

    • Organizes and schedules volunteers for events throughout the park
    • Provides guidance and instruction to volunteers on proposed projects
    • Monitors projects to ensure volunteers have required equipment

    5. Interprets departmental rules and regulations regarding hunting, camping, and fishing

    6. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above

    Minimum Qualification

    Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college, with courses in journalism, English or public speaking

    Preferred Qualifications

    1. One (1) year of elementary knowledge of the principles of conservation education

    2. Two (2) years of professional experience in a public education and information program in a public or private agency

    3. One (1) year of experience using cameras, projectors, recorders, and outdoor equipment.

    4. One (1) year of experience presenting ideas effectively, both orally and in writing

    5. One (1) year of experience preparing reports and keeping records on conservation education activities

    6. One (1) year of experience in public speaking

    Employment Conditions

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

    1. Ability to pass background check

    2. Valid driver’s license

    3. Ability to travel

    Work Hours : Wednesday-Sunday / 8am-4pm 1 / 2 Hour Lunch

    Work Location : Volo Bog, 28478 W Brandenburg Rd, Ingleside, Illinois, 60041

    Agency Contact : Vicky Fowler, 217 / 785-5387, Vicky.Fowler@illinois.gov

    Posting Group : Environmental & Natural Resources

    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.

    State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.

    jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.

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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

    Non-State employees : on Illinois.jobs2web.com click Application Procedures in the footer of every page of the website.

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    • Last updated : 2024-03-23

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Conservation Planner
  • Racine County
  • Sturtevant, WI FULL_TIME
  • Job Summary To be responsible for land inventory, conservation planning, landowner contacts, surveying, designing, and construction supervision of best management practices associated with the Land an...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Conservation Planner
  • Racine, County of (WI)
  • WI, WI FULL_TIME
  • To be responsible for land inventory, conservation planning, landowner contacts, surveying, designing, and construction supervision of best management practices associated with the Land and Water Reso...
  • 5 Days Ago

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Interventional Radiologic Tech-Grayslake/Lake Forest Hospital Full Time Days
  • Lake Forest Hospital
  • Grayslake, IL FULL_TIME
  • Benefits$10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)$10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)$1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)$250 Wellbeing Fund per year(...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Interventional Radiologic Tech-Grayslake and Lake Forest Hospital Full Time Days
  • Lake Forest Hospital
  • Grayslake, IL FULL_TIME
  • Description**This is a full-time position which covers between Lake Forest Hospital and Grayslake Outpatient Center. This role includes on call rotation at Lake Forest Hospital. **The Interventional R...
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Registered Nurse - Cath Lab/Interventional Radiology Full Time Days Lake Forest -Grayslake Full Time Days
  • Lake Forest Hospital
  • Grayslake, IL FULL_TIME
  • Benefits$10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)$10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)$1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)$250 Wellbeing Fund per year(...
  • 15 Days Ago

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  • Athletico Physical Therapy
  • Lake Forest, IL
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  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Summer Camp Counselor - Lake Forest
  • Steve & Kate's Camp
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • Location: 145 S Green Bay Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045 Camp Dates: 6/10 - 8/16 (additionally, one weekend to set up, one we...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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  • Quiktrip
  • Lake Forest, IL
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CT Technologist-Lake Forest Hospital Casual Weekend Evenings
  • Northwestern Medicine
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • Benefits * $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time) * $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Summer Camp Food Operations Manager - Lake Forest
  • Steve & Kate's Camp
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • Location: 145 S Green Bay Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045 Camp Dates: 6/10 - 8/16 (additionally, one weekend to set up, one we...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physician: OBGYN - Glenview / Lake Forest
  • Northwestern Medicine
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • In addition to competitive compensation, we offer an excellent benefits package. This includes a continuing medical educ...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Summer Camp Assistant Director - Lake Forest
  • Steve & Kate's Camp
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • Location: 145 S Green Bay Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045 Camp Dates: 6/10 - 8/16 (additionally, one weekend to set up, one we...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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IT Project Manager / Lake Forest, IL ,6 Months Contract
  • Suncap Technology, Inc.
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • Location - Lake Forest, IL Onsite- Hybrid. Need Local candidates or close to location that can come in for interview 3 I...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Racine (/rəˈsiːn/ rə-SEEN) is a city in and the county seat of Racine County, Wisconsin, United States. It is located on the shore of Lake Michigan at the mouth of the Root River. Racine is located 22 miles south of Milwaukee. As of the 2010 U.S. census, the city had a population of 78,860, making it the fifth-largest city in Wisconsin. Its median home price of $103,625 makes it one of the most affordable cities in Wisconsin to buy a home. In January 2017, it was rated "the most affordable place to live in the world" by the Demographia International Housing Affordability survey. Racine is th...
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Income Estimation for Forest and Conservation Worker jobs
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Racine, Wisconsin area prices
were up 1.8% from a year ago

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