Job Opportunities at Macon County Conservation District

Natural Resources Seasonal/Intern

Application Deadline: Open until filled
Wage: $14.00/hour

Duties: Under the direction of the Natural Resources Manager, this position will assist with natural areas management and habitat restoration throughout Macon County. The majority of work will be outdoors and physical, and will include the use of equipment such as hand tools, power tools, machinery, and herbicides. See Full Job Description.

Qualifications: Graduation from, or current enrollment in a forestry, wildlife, fisheries, ecology, zoology, or other related biological program at an accredited college or university. The ability to identify prairie plants and tree species of Illinois is preferred. Experience with safe operation of power equipment preferred. Applicant must possess or be able to acquire an Illinois pesticide applicator or operator license. Official internship status not required but encouraged.

Valid driver’s license and clean driving history. Drug test, background check, and physical will be required.

To apply: Applications available online or at Macon County Conservation District business office located at the Rock Springs Nature Center, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL 62521.

For more information contact:
Ethan Snively, Natural Resources Manager
Macon County Conservation District
3939 Nearing Lane
Decatur, IL 62521
217-853-3465

Seasonal Site Keeper

This position provides excellent opportunities to work outdoors maintaining the facilities in the Macon County Conservation District’s conservation areas.

The five conservation areas are well attended by the public. They include miles of hiking trails, fishing ponds, picnic shelters, numerous public and educational programs, and Friends Creek Conservation Area contains a campground. All of these features require regular upkeep.

Below is one part-time Seasonal Site Keeper job opportunity at Friends Creek Conservation Area.

Seasonal Site Keeper for Friends Creek Conservation Area – 1 Position

Application Deadline: Open until filled

Wage: $14.00/hour

Terms of Position: April through October 2023. Schedule includes Part-time, approximately 20 hours per week Monday through Friday. Additional hours may be required or available.

Duties: Working outdoors cleaning restrooms, campground shower house, campsites, and pavilions. Includes trash removal, litter control, and posting pavilion reservations. Performs grounds maintenance for picnic areas, campsites, and trails, such as: mowing, trimming, raking, seeding, planting, mulching, and watering. See Full Job Description.

Qualifications: Minimum age 18, high school diploma or GED, a valid Illinois Driver’s License, and good driving record. Must successfully complete a drug screen and criminal background check.

To Apply: Download Application or visit the Macon County Conservation District business office located at the Rock Springs Nature Center, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL. Mail completed applications to Andy Murphy at the address below.

To inquire with questions, contact:
Andy Murphy, Unit Superintendent
Macon County Conservation District
3939 Nearing Lane
Decatur, IL 62521