Conservation Technician jobs in Rock Island, IL

Conservation Technician maintains the authenticity and overall appearance of art objects. Conducts analysis to determine appropriate method for cleaning and repairing objects. Being a Conservation Technician may require an associate's degree or its equivalent and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Additionally, Conservation Technician relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Typically reports to a supervisor/manager. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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

    Closing Date / Time : 04 / 04 / 2024

    Salary : $4,110 / month

    Job Type : Salaried

    County : Rock Island

    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 12-35-35936

    Essential Functions

    1. Under general direction, presents programs, activities and events to the general public, school groups, and special interest groups at Black Hawk :

    • Copies, 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. Develops 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
    • Interprets departmental rules and regulations regarding hunting, camping, and fishing
    • Presents programs and gives tours

    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
    • Prepares press releases for use by the local or area news media
    • 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. 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 and / or historical 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 in public speaking

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

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

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

    Employment Conditions

    1. Ability to pass background check

    2. Valid driver’s license

    3. Ability to travel

    Work Hours : Wed-Sun; 7 : 30am-4pm with 1 hour lunch

    Work Location : Black Hawk, 1510 46th Ave, Rock Island, Illinois, 61201

    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

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  • Illinois Gov
  • Rock Island, IL FULL_TIME
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CONSERVATION EDUCATION REPRESENTATIVE
  • illinois
  • Rock Island, IL FULL_TIME
  • Agency : Department of Natural Resources Closing Date/Time: 04/04/2024 Salary: $4,110/month Job Type: Salaried County: Rock Island Number of Vacancies: 1 Plan/BU: RC062 NOTE: THIS POSITION IS A TEMPOR...
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CONSERVATION EDUCATION REPRESENTATIVE
  • State of Illinois
  • Rock Island, IL FULL_TIME
  • Agency : Department of Natural Resources Closing Date/Time: 04/04/2024 Salary: $4,110/month Job Type: Salaried County: Rock Island Number of Vacancies: 1 Plan/BU: RC062 NOTE: THIS POSITION IS A TEMPOR...
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  • West Burlington, IA FULL_TIME
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Biological Program Support Member- Two Rivers National Wildlife Refuge
  • American Conservation Experience - EPIC
  • Illinois, IL OTHER
  • SummaryAmerican Conservation Experience, a Nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) is seeking one Biological Program Support Member to contribute t...
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  • Health Conservation Incorporated
  • Davenport, IA
  • COUPLE DRIVING TEAM/MOBILE HEALTH TECHNICIAN TEAM 100% TRAVEL ACROSS THE USA SIGN-ON BONUS FOR NEW FULL TIME DRIVING TEA...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Manufacturing Engineer- Industrial Engineer
  • Cerebral Group LLC
  • Milan, IL
  • Job Description Job Description Join Cerebral Staffing, LLC on site at our client John Deere in Milan, IL as a Manufactu...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Flower Technician
  • Green Thumb
  • Rock Island, IL
  • The Role As a Flower Technician, you will perform a variety of plant maintenance activities to ensure the healthy growth...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Order Fulfillment Technician
  • Gtigrows
  • Rock Island, IL
  • **Order Fulfillment Technician** at Green Thumb Rock Island, Illinois, United States ***Be part of the cannabis industry...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Order Fulfillment Technician
  • Leafwire Inc.
  • Rock Island, IL
  • ** Order Fulfillment Technician** ** | Rock Island, IL, United States** Posted Date 2/14/2022 Description ***Be part of ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Engineering Project Manager
  • American Water
  • Davenport, IA
  • *Share Our Purpose. Be Yourself. Feel Valued.* People are the heart of our business. As an American Water employee, you ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sr. Automated Controls Engineer
  • Venanpri Group
  • Rock Island, IL
  • Job Description Job Description Utilize your innovative mindset and automation experience in a rewarding, high impact en...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Calibration Technician Entry Level
  • CRANE ELECTRONICS INC
  • Milan, IL
  • Job Description Job Description This position is part of a small friendly team thats looking to grow a little Quiet temp...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Rock Island is a city in and the county seat of Rock Island County, Illinois, United States. The original Rock Island, from which the city name is derived, is the largest island on the Mississippi River. It is now called Arsenal Island. The population was 39,018 at the 2010 census. Located on the Mississippi River, it is one of the Quad Cities, along with neighboring Moline, East Moline, and the Iowa cities of Davenport and Bettendorf. The Quad Cities has a population of about 380,000. The city is home to Rock Island Arsenal, the largest government-owned weapons manufacturing arsenal in the U...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Conservation Technician jobs
$45,429 to $53,423
Rock Island, Illinois area prices
were up 1.3% from a year ago

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