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Position Overview Scorers and Loaders are responsible for keeping official tallies of shooters' scores as they compete in events, must be knowledgeable (or willing to learn) official shooting rules and safety protocols and procedures; will restock target throwing machines throughout events; will assist with cleaning fields during/after events; assist with set-up/tear-down and cleaning areas before/after events; wash and distribute water jugs during events; assist with light groundskeeping. Perform other duties at WSRC facility as assigned which are reasonably within scope of duties enumerated above.

Essential Functions Scorers will have responsibilities that include: Accurately keep/tally scores for competitors. Serve as referee for events. Loaders will have responsibilities that include: Ensure target throwing machines always have sufficient amount of targets in them. Serve as referee for events. Scorers/Loaders both have responsibilities that include: Cleaning fields during/after shooting events. Assist with other events to set up tables/chairs/stages. Wash/distribute water jugs for hydration stations. Clean up areas before/after/during WSRC events. Haul trash, tear down boxes and bail cardboard. Litter pick up detail. Shotgun hull pickup/disposal. Light groundskeeping.

Minimum Qualifications Requires education, knowledge, and mental development equivalent to a minimum of an 8th grade education. Preferred Qualifications Prefers knowledge of firearm safety.

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: Must be a minimum age of 16. Requires ability to legally be around firearms. Requires ability to lift, carry, and transport loads up to 25 pounds. Requires physical condition and ability to perform position responsibilities. Requires ability to work in all climates and weather conditions. Requires availability on most weekends, and some nights or holidays for events. Ability to alter work schedule to meet the needs of the WSRC including some long shifts up to 9-10 hours. Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure criminal history.

About the Agency and Division 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 with 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 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.

Work Hours: Various (includes weekends, nights, holidays and potential long shifts for shooting events)

Headquarter Location: World Shooting & Recreational Complex, 1 Main Event Ln, Sparta, Illinois, 62286

Work County: Randolph

Agency Contact: Vicky Fowler Email: vicky.fowler@illinois.gov Phone #: 217-785-5387

Posting Group: Environmental & Natural Resources

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Nearest Major Market: St Louis