DUQUOIN STATE FAIR SEASONAL WORKER - Buildings & Grounds

Illinoiscomptroller; Du Quoin (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Illinois Department of Agriculture is hiring seasonal workers for the Du Quoin State Fair. Ideal candidates will perform various maintenance tasks and clerical duties to ensure the fair runs smoothly. This position requires physical labor and the ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of materials, tools, and practices for maintenance.
• Experience with following instructions and maintaining relationships.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual labor and clerical duties under supervision.
• Maintain cleanliness of public and non-public buildings.
• Move heavy equipment and perform routine clerical tasks.

Skills

Bilingual skills

Education

Completion of eight years of elementary school

Tools

Simple equipment

Job description

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DUQUOIN STATE FAIR SEASONAL WORKER - Buildings & Grounds

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application.

Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at [e-mail] or call [phone] for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.

Sponsorship for Employment

The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status). To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Disclosure of Salary Information

In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history. To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.

Job Requisition ID:46503
Closing Date: 08/25/2025
Agency:Department of Agriculture
Class Title:CONSERVATION/HISTORIC PRESER WKR - 09317
Skill Option:None
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: $18.81/hour
Job Type: Hourly
Category:Full Time
County: Perry
Number of Vacancies: 75
Bargaining Unit Code:None
Merit Comp Code:

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The Illinois Department of Agriculture is seeking individuals,for temporary employment not to exceed 6 months, for the Du Quoin State Fair summer season. Temporary employees are needed for the following area: Buildings and Grounds. This is an ideal opportunity for anyone looking to work in a constantly changing fast paced environment. Successful candidates will be individuals who can work promptly and efficiently in order to maintain that the DuQuoin State Fair, as well as non-fair events, run effectively. Applicants are encouraged to apply early as offers for positions will be made on a first come first serve basis.

Illinois Department of Agriculture 2025 Seasonal Hire Employment Application Process

All applicants who want to be considered for this positionMUSTapply electronically through theillinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through theSuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Posting Identification Number 46503

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Essential Functions

• Under immediate supervision, and on a temporary basis for a period not to exceed 6 months, performs a variety of unskilled manual labor and/or simple clerical duties
• Sweeps, scrubs and polishes floors for maintenance of the public and non-public buildings on the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds.
• Moves heavy equipment and office equipment including chairs, desks, filing cabinets.
• Performs a variety of routine clerical duties.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to the completion of eight years of elementary school.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers elementary knowledge of materials, tools, equipment, and practices essential to grounds and building maintenance.
• Prefers experience with the operation of simple equipment, machinery, and tools.
• Prefers experience with understanding and following oral and written instructions.
• Prefers experience with maintaining satisfactory working relationships with management, other employees, and members of the public.
• Prefers the possession of an appropriate and valid driver’s license.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be able to work all 11 days of the DuQuoin State Fair, which may include nights and weekends.
• Must be able to work manual labor task for up to 10 hours a day or more.
• This position may require the position of a valid driver’s license.
• This position is considered medium work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(c)). Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• This position may require the ability to complete a good deal of walking, standing, pushing, and pulling.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

We are looking to fill positions in the area outlined below:

• Buildings & Grounds -Maintains clean, safe and attractive public use areas.

Applications will be scored and ranked from highest to lowest score. Applicantswill be offered employment in score order.Applicants scoring 1 or less will only be contacted if necessary to fill any vacant positions. Submit applications as early as possibleas offers of employment will begin on June 1, 2024, and will continue to bemade to qualified applicants in ranking order until all positions for the entire season are filled.

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