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DuQuoin State Fair - Seasonal Worker - Buildings and Grounds

DuQuoin State Fair - Seasonal Worker - Buildings and Grounds

State of Illinois

Du Quoin, IL

$18.81/hr

Other

Retirement

Posted 28 days ago

State Of Illinois rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 72 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

20th of 50 rated states

Job description

Job Requisition ID: 54317 
Opening Date: 05/01/2026
Closing Date: 08/30/2026
Agency:Department of Agriculture
Class Title: CONSERVATION/HISTORIC PRSVTN WKR (09317) 
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: $18.81/hour
Job Type: Hourly
Category: Full Time 
County: Perry
Number of Vacancies: 60
Bargaining Unit Code: None
Merit Comp Code: Excluded from Collective Bargaining Coverage


 

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 2026 Seasonal Hire Employment Application Process

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

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

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 six months, performs a variety of unskilled manual labor and/or simple clerical duties. Maintains clean, safe and attractive public use areas on the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds (DSF).
  • 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 the possession of an appropriate and valid driver's license.
Conditions of Employment
  • Must be able to pass a name-based sex offender registry check.
  • Must be able to work manual labor task for up to 10 hours a day or more.
  • This position may require the possession 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.

Work Hours:  varies 
Headquarter Location: 655 Executive Dr, Du Quoin, Illinois, 62832 
Work County: Perry

Agency Contact: Bureau of Human Resources
Email: AGR.SeasonalHR@illinois.gov@illinois.gov 
Phone #: 217-557-0994
Posting Group: Building, Fleet & Institutional Support

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.  Applicants will 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 possible as offers of employment will begin on June 1, 2026, and will continue to be made to qualified applicants in ranking order until all positions for the entire season are filled.  A second Sex Offender Registry check will be done 1-2 days prior to your start date.  You must pass the registry check in order to start employment with the DuQuoin State Fair.

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your "junk mail", "spam", or "other" folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:

  • donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
  • systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com

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About State of Illinois

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The State of Illinois is not a traditional company, but rather a governmental entity encompassing diverse agencies and departments that serve the constituents of Illinois. Based in Illinois, United States, this governmental body communicates with its citizens through the official website illinois.gov. The website is a one-stop resource for Illinois residents to access information about the state's services, including education, healthcare, transportation, and public safety, among others.

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Headquarters location

Springfield, IL, US

Year founded

2009

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