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Description
~ The Illinois Department of Natural Resource's mission is to manage, conserve and protect Illinois' natural, recreational and cultural resources, further the public's understanding and appreciation of those resources, and promote the education, science and public safety of Illinois' natural resources for present and future generations. ~
Position Overview
The Conservation Education Representative prepares and delivers instructional information, possesses and handles live fish and baits in interactive fishing clinic designed to instill an appreciation and understanding of conservation ethics, sport fishing techniques, sport fishing tackle, fish ecology, fish identification, and an environmental consciousness to a variety of clinic participants ranging from elementary school children to adults.
Employment estimated to run from June 24, 2019 through August 16, 2019.
Qualifications
- Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of 4 years of college with courses in journalism, English and public speaking.
- Requires 2 years professional experience in a public education and information program in a public or private agency.
- Requires elementary knowledge of methods and techniques of disseminating information to the public.
- Requires possession of a valid Illinois Driver's license.
Work Hours
- Monday – Saturday, Up to 37.5 hours per week
- Hours may vary due to inclement weather and clinic schedules. Salary pro-rated based on actual hours worked.
Work Location
Division of Fisheries
Jackson Park
Chicago, IL (Cook County)