Program Manager

Job Requisition :58756
Opening Date: 10/07/2026
Closing Date: 10/22/2026
Agency: Department of Natural Resources
Class

Title:

NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGER I - 28836
Skill Option: Natural Heritage
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6,952 a month;
Full Range $6,952 - $9,774 a month
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC056 Site Superintendents and Departments of Veterans' Affairs, Natural Resources, Human Services and Agriculture, and Historic Preservation Agency Managers, IFPE
Merit Comp Code: N/A
Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: 3 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs
Headquarter

Location:

IDNR Headquarters,1 Natural Resources Wy, Springfield, Illinois, 62702
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact: Vicky Fowler, 217/785-5387, Vicky.

Fowler

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is seeking to hire a Natural Resources Manager to provide front-line support for the Conservation Stewardship Program. This position coordinates with and trains ORC field staff and other appropriate staff in the delivery of professional/technical services to facilitate the review and/or the development of Conservation Management Plans; work with the Office Director to evaluate and make recommendations changes on state policies, programs, procedures, legislation and administrative rules;

leads the development and evaluation of program‑related studies and investigations; travels the state to conduct statewide inspections and notifies the Department of Revenue of applicants who have not submitted the required Conservation Stewardship Program materials. As supervisor this position provides guidance and training to staff, approves time off and establishes annual goals and objectives. We welcome interested applicants who would like to be part of this team to apply today.

• Under general direction of the Section Manager, administers the Department's Conservation Stewardship Program.
• Provides the Illinois Department of Revenue with all information necessary to coordinate implementation of the Conservation Stewardship Program.
• Develops and recommends updates to Conservation Stewardship operations manual.
• Serves as full-line supervisor.
• Oversees the development and maintenance of information systems used to facilitate the review of applications to
  the Illinois Conservation Stewardship Program.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumeratedabove.

• Requires knowledge skill and mental development equivalent to completion of a bachelor's degree in fish, wildlife, forestryor natural heritage resource management or in a related biological science.
• Requires five years progressively responsible…