Division Manager

Are you a strategic leader with experience in property management, leasing, and program administration? The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is seeking a Division Manager for the Office of Realty & Capital Planning (ORCP). This leadership position plays a critical role in overseeing statewide concession, leasing, and property management programs that support IDNR’s mission of protecting and managing Illinois’ natural and cultural resources.

As a Division Manager
, you will help shape policies and procedures governing agency-owned lands, facilities, easements, and agreements while leading programs that directly support public access, conservation, and operational excellence across Illinois. If you are an experienced administrator who thrives in strategic leadership and collaborative environments, we encourage you to apply today.

Illinois’ parks, historic sites, and public lands depend on thoughtful management and long-term planning. As the Division Manager
, you will oversee programs that help ensure IDNR’s properties, leases, and agreements are managed effectively, responsibly, and in alignment with the agency’s mission and operational goals.

• Lead Statewide Programs: Direct the operation of the Department’s concessions and leasing functions, including land, facility, agricultural, and property agreements.
• Oversee Property Management: Help manage and improve the Department’s statewide property management programs and administrative operations.
• Develop Policies & Procedures: Implement and administer statewide policies related to leases, easements, concessions, and revenue-generating agreements.
• Provide Strategic Leadership: Serve as a full-line supervisor, managing staff and supporting agency-wide operational goals.
• Manage Budgets & Resources: Direct annual budget preparation and assist with planning future operational and programmatic needs.
• Legislative & Interagency Coordination: Serve as a liaison on matters related to the Division of Realty and assist with legislative development and policy interpretation.
• Collaborate Across the Agency: Integrate programmatic responsibilities on an intra-agency basis to improve efficiency, coordination, and service delivery.

We’re seeking a motivated and experienced leader who:

• Has strong experience in property management, leasing, or program administration
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• Demonstrates excellent judgment, organizational leadership, and strategic planning skills.
• Thrives in collaborative environments and can effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Understands the importance of balancing operational efficiency with stewardship of public resources.

• Completion of four years of college.
• Four years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.

• Three years of experience preparing, reviewing, negotiating, or administering legal documents and contractual agreements.
• Three years of experience administering facility lease programs or similar property management functions.
• Three years of experience analyzing administrative programs and implementing effective operational improvements.
• Three years of experience exercising judgment and discretion in interpreting policies and procedures.
• Three years of experience developing and managing major agency programs.
• Three years of experience estimating and budgeting for personnel, space, equipment, and services.

• Applicants must successfully complete a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
• Requires a valid driver’s license
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• Requires the ability to travel
  , including occasional overnight stays.
• This position is subject to applicable State of Illinois ethics and revolving door provisions
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The Office of Realty & Capital Planning (ORCP) provides agency-wide support for land acquisition, engineering, capital planning, environmental and cultural assessments, concessions, leasing, and project management. ORCP coordinates capital development projects and works closely with the…