Date: Nov 1, 2024
Location: Lewistown, IL, US, 61542
Job Requisition ID: 42775
Job Requisition ID: 42775
Closing Date/Time: 11/30/2024
Agency: Department of Natural Resources
Class Title: MUSEUM SECTION HEAD II - 83456
Skill Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary - $6,000-$7,000 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Fulton
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: None
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Req# 12-00-42775
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is looking to hire a Museum Section Head II (working title Associate Director) for Dickson Mounds, a branch of the Illinois State Museum. The Associate Director serves mostly independently to oversee the operations, maintenance, staffing, and security of this site. Under the general supervision of the Illinois State Museum’s Director of Interpretation, the Associate Director will be responsible for sharing archaeological, ecological, and historical information in various forms including exhibits, presentations, and programming for diverse audiences at Dickson Mounds. Dickson Mounds is one of the major on-site archaeological museums in the United States and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. In addition to the museum facility, this 230-acre site also includes six (6) on-site structures (two historic schoolhouses, an historic toll house, and three buildings that house the remains of 900-year-old structures). We welcome all interested applicants to apply today.
All applicants must be able to meet the following Conditions of Employment to be considered for this position (the State of Illinois complies with federal and state disability laws and will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities):
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours: Mon - Frid, 8:30am-5:00pm, 1 hr lunch
Work Location: Dickson Mounds, 10956 N Dickson Mounds Rd, Lewistown, Illinois, 61542
Agency Contact: Vicky Fowler
Contact #: 217/785-5387
Contact Email: [email protected]
Posting Group: Arts, Design & Cultural; Leadership & Management
Agency statement
Charged with preserving, protecting, and promoting Illinois' natural resources, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) employees oversee water, wildlife, wetlands and oil well, 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. Working for the State of Illinois, IDNR employees receive excellent benefits, including health, vision and dental insurance; a retirement plan and deferred compensation options; state holidays and other time off; as well as pre-tax benefit programs; flexible/remote work schedules may be available for certain positions.
The Illinois State Museum (ISM) is a division of IDNR and is a system of museums and galleries serving the people of Illinois. The mission of ISM (accredited by the American Alliance of Museums) is to promote discovery, lifelong learning, and stewardship of the natural and cultural heritage of Illinois. It strives to integrate its original research and diverse collections to advance knowledge and create thought-provoking exhibitions and educational programs and resources. The Illinois State Museum is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that is mindful of community stories and lived experiences.
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