Division Manager

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Date: Jul 30, 2026

Location: Springfield, IL, US, 62702

Job Requisition ID:

57006

Opening Date:

07/30/2026

Closing Date:

08/13/2026

Agency:

Department of Natural Resources

Class Title:

SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMIN (40070)

Skill Option:

General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/Personnel

Bilingual Option:

None

Salary:

Anticipated Starting Salary: $10,000 - $12,000/month

Job Type:

Salaried

Category:

Full Time

County:

Sangamon

Number of Vacancies:

1

Bargaining Unit Code:

None

Merit Comp Code:

Federally Funded, Gubernatorial (Management Bill) Exclusion from Collective Bargaining Coverage

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Position Overview
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is looking to hire a Division Manager for the Office of Mines and Minerals. This position will serve as the manager of the Land Reclamation Division and will be responsible for the administration and direction of the Surface-Mined Land Conservation and Reclamation Act and the Surface Coal Mining Land Conservation and Reclamation Act. The position will be responsible for the preparation, management, and administration of the division's budget and associated grants.

Essential Functions

Subject to administrative approval by the Director of the Officce of Mines and Minerals and in accordance with the overall policies and procedures of the Department of Natural Resources, plans, organizes, and manages the Land Reclamation Division

Serves as a full line supervisor

Provides oversight of programs to ensure compliance and consistency with the Surface Coal Mining Land Conservation and Reclamation Act and Title V of the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977, as amended

Serves as the division's liaison with the Office of Surface Mining, U.S. Department of the Interior, on all issues pertaining to Title V of the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act and as the liaison with the Interstate Mining Compact Commission

Confers and advises the Office Director on matters concerning the division's regulatory programs

Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above

Minimum Qualifications

Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college

Requires prior experience equivalent to four years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization

Preferred Qualifications

Three (3) years of experience of the Surface Coal Mining Land Conservation and Reclamation Act, its regulations at 62 III Administrative Code 1700-1850 and Title V of the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977, as amended.

Working knowledge of the Office of Surface Mining policies and procedures.

Three (3) years of supervisory experience.

Working knowledge with budgeting.

Working knowledge with grants management.

Prefers a Bachelor's degree in a Natural Science.

Employment Conditions

Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history

Requires appropriate, valid Driver's License

Requires ability to travel in performance of duties

This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.

Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.

Division Statement
The Office of Mines and Minerals (OMM) is comprised of four divisions: Land Reclamation, Abandoned Mine Lands Reclamation, Mine Safety and Training, and Blasting, Explosives and Aggregate Reclamation. Within these divisions, the office regulates the mining industry throughout the State of Illinois, regulates the possession, use, and storage of explosives, and enforces various acts which govern the mining industry.

Office of Mines and Minerals

regulates the mining industry throughout the State of Illinois,

regulates the possession, use, and storage of explosives,

and enforces various acts which govern the mining industry.

Work Hours:

Mon. - Fri. 8:00am - 4:00pm with 1/2hr lunch

Headquarter Location:

IDNR Headquarters, 1 Natural Resources Wy, Springfield, Illinois, 62702

Work County:

Sangamon

Agency Contact:

Vicky Fowler

Email:

vicky.fowler@illinois.gov

Phone #:

217-785-5387

Posting Group:

Leadership & Management

Agency Statement
Charged with preserving, protecting and promoting Illinois’ natural and cultural resources, 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. Working for the State of Illinois, IDNR employees receive excellent benefits, including, vision health and dental insurance; a retirement plan and deferred compensation options; state holidays and other time off; as well as pre‑tax benefit programs.

Revolving Door
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.

Statement Of Economic Interest
This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.

Nearest Major Market
Springfield

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