Position Overview

The Special Event Technician II will be responsible for all preparation and maintenance of the WSRC Facilities, providing a safe, clean, and well-maintained facility for securing, promoting, and hosting a variety of Special Events. Will have minimum of 1 year experience in making minor Carpentry, Plumbing, and Electrical repairs; regularly inspect facilities making minor repairs or improvements and report to the Assistant to the Executive Director any necessary repairs needing materials or contracted vendor requests. 

Will complete set up and tear down of WSRC held Events, providing access to secured areas as needed for lessees to view, set up, hold, and tear down Lessee held events. Special Event Tech II will serve as Supervisor of Special Events Technician I and any volunteers assisting with Special Event operations in locations other than shooting ranges. Will ensure all tasks are completed in timely manner, while operating in compliance with all lDNR methods and procedures. and assist in providing oversight of Special Event Scorer/Loaders 

Essential Functions

1. Ensure preparation and maintenance of the WSRC facilities is completed.
2. Assist with set-up to include: set-up tables/chairs, clean up areas before/during/after events, haul trash, litter pick-up, light groundskeeping such as lawn mowing, weedeating, etc.
3. Perform minor carpentry, plumbing, electrical repairs.
4. Supervise lower level staff and volunteers.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Requires knowledge, skill level and mental development equivalent to completion of high school.
2. Requires minimum of 1 year experience in making minor carpentry, plumbing, and electrical repairs.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Prefers ability to follow oral and written instructions;
2. Prefers ability to operate simple equipment such as UTV; lawnmower; weedeater, etc.

Employment Conditions

All applicants must be able to meet the following Conditions of Employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position. 

1. Must be a minimum of 17 years old;
2. Possession of a valid Drivers License;
3. Requires capability to lift, carry, transport up to 25 pounds;
4. Requires physical condition and ability to perform position responsibilities including manual maintenance/labor tasks;
5. Requires availability to work most weekends, and some nights or holidays;
6. Requires ability to alter work schedule to meet the needs of the WSRC including some long shifts up to 9-10 hours;
7. Ability to pass background check;
8. Requires ability to legally be around firearms.

About the Agency

Charged with preserving, protecting, and promoting Illinois' natural resources, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) employees oversee water, wildlife, wetlands and oil wells, parks, historic sites - and everything in between. Employment opportunities vary greatly, often providing employees the chance to work indoors and out in a dynamic yet relaxed environment. 

The State of Illinois and the Department of Natural Resources are proud to bring you the premiere 1,600 acre World Shooting and Recreational Complex (WSRC). This unique site is located in scenic Southern Illinois near the City of Sparta, close to three airports and less than 50 miles from three metropolitan area including St. Louis, MO. Visitors will have access to a variety of amenities from quaint local restaurants and shops to the bustling activities of the St. Louis area. The WSRC is open for public use and organized events.