Governor of Illinois
Overview
Job Requisition ID:
46264
Closing Date:
10/29/2025
Agency:
Department of Natural Resources
Class Title:
CONTRACTUAL WORKER - 10000
Salary:
$15 - $20 / PER HOUR
Job Type:
Hourly
County:
Randolph
Number of Vacancies:
Up to 2
Location:
World Shooting & Recreational Complex
What we offer:
Contractual position for events held at the World Shooting & Recreational Complex.
Position Overview The Sporting Clays Technician 1 will assist the manager on day-to-day operation duties; perform routine maintenance on electronics and trap machines; test and regulate batteries on machines and electronics; assist the manager in preparation of shooting events (setting course, loading machines); must responsibly operate UTV and other small equipment (forklift, sporting clays machines, etc.); must be able to work independently; clean up debris on courses; secure and maintain a safe shooting line-of-fire.
Responsibilities
Ensure machines are loaded and operate properly
Secure and maintain a safe shooting line-of-fire
Ensure trash is picked up regularly
Prepare for events
Keep batteries ready to place on course
Minimum Qualifications Requires education, knowledge, and mental development equivalent to an 8th grade education.
Preferred Qualifications
Prefers previous experience at World Shooting & Recreation Complex
Prefers ability to operate simple equipment such as sporting clays machine, forklift, UTV, etc.
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:
Must be a minimum of 17 years old
Possession of a valid Driver's License
Requires ability to lift, carry, transport loads up to 25 pounds
Required physical condition and ability to perform position responsibilities
Requires the ability to work most weekends, with an occasional evening or holiday
Have ability to alter work schedule to meet the needs of the WSRC including some long shifts up to 9-10 hours
Ability to pass background check
Requires ability to legally be around firearms
About the Agency 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.
The State of Illinois and the Department of Natural Resources are proud to bring you the premiere 1,600 acre World Shooting and Recreational Complex (WSRC). This unique site is located in scenic Southern Illinois near the City of Sparta, close to three airports and less than 50 miles from three metropolitan areas including St. Louis, MO. Visitors will have access to a variety of amenities from quaint local restaurants and shops to the bustling activities of the St. Louis area. The WSRC is open for public use and organized events.
Work Details Work Hours:
Various (including weekends, nights, holidays and potential long shifts for shooting events)
Work Location:
World Shooting & Recreational Complex, 1 Main Event Ln, Sparta, Illinois, 62286
Agency Contact:
Vicky Fowler
Email:
vicky.fowler@illinois.gov
Phone:
217-785-5387
Posting Group:
Environmental & Natural Resources
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.
Non-State employees should log in using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.
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
The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your junk mail, spam, or other folders for communication regarding submitted applications. You may receive emails from the following addresses:
donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).
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46264
Closing Date:
10/29/2025
Agency:
Department of Natural Resources
Class Title:
CONTRACTUAL WORKER - 10000
Salary:
$15 - $20 / PER HOUR
Job Type:
Hourly
County:
Randolph
Number of Vacancies:
Up to 2
Location:
World Shooting & Recreational Complex
What we offer:
Contractual position for events held at the World Shooting & Recreational Complex.
Position Overview The Sporting Clays Technician 1 will assist the manager on day-to-day operation duties; perform routine maintenance on electronics and trap machines; test and regulate batteries on machines and electronics; assist the manager in preparation of shooting events (setting course, loading machines); must responsibly operate UTV and other small equipment (forklift, sporting clays machines, etc.); must be able to work independently; clean up debris on courses; secure and maintain a safe shooting line-of-fire.
Responsibilities
Ensure machines are loaded and operate properly
Secure and maintain a safe shooting line-of-fire
Ensure trash is picked up regularly
Prepare for events
Keep batteries ready to place on course
Minimum Qualifications Requires education, knowledge, and mental development equivalent to an 8th grade education.
Preferred Qualifications
Prefers previous experience at World Shooting & Recreation Complex
Prefers ability to operate simple equipment such as sporting clays machine, forklift, UTV, etc.
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:
Must be a minimum of 17 years old
Possession of a valid Driver's License
Requires ability to lift, carry, transport loads up to 25 pounds
Required physical condition and ability to perform position responsibilities
Requires the ability to work most weekends, with an occasional evening or holiday
Have ability to alter work schedule to meet the needs of the WSRC including some long shifts up to 9-10 hours
Ability to pass background check
Requires ability to legally be around firearms
About the Agency 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.
The State of Illinois and the Department of Natural Resources are proud to bring you the premiere 1,600 acre World Shooting and Recreational Complex (WSRC). This unique site is located in scenic Southern Illinois near the City of Sparta, close to three airports and less than 50 miles from three metropolitan areas including St. Louis, MO. Visitors will have access to a variety of amenities from quaint local restaurants and shops to the bustling activities of the St. Louis area. The WSRC is open for public use and organized events.
Work Details Work Hours:
Various (including weekends, nights, holidays and potential long shifts for shooting events)
Work Location:
World Shooting & Recreational Complex, 1 Main Event Ln, Sparta, Illinois, 62286
Agency Contact:
Vicky Fowler
Email:
vicky.fowler@illinois.gov
Phone:
217-785-5387
Posting Group:
Environmental & Natural Resources
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.
Non-State employees should log in using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.
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
The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your junk mail, spam, or other folders for communication regarding submitted applications. You may receive emails from the following addresses:
donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).
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