Job Description

Job Requisition ID: 51516
Closing Date: 11/18/2025
Agency: Department of Natural Resources
Class Title: HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST - 19693
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $6,600-$8,600 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: None
Merit Comp Code: Gubernatorial (Management Bill) Exclusion from RC062 Collective Bargaining Coverage
A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.
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.
Position Overview
We are looking to hire a Human Resources Specialist with the Divison of Human Resources. This position will administer the Department's Timekeeping program, and assist and implement timekeeping policies and procedures. This person will also be involved in the Department's classification program by researching and analyzing job descriptions. We welcome all interested applicants to apply.
Essential Functions

• Under general direction of the Classification Manager, Serves as the Agency Head Timekeeper, performs specialized professional duties in the administration of the Department of Natural Resources' Timekeeping Program
• Performs specialized technical duties in the administration of the Department's comprehensive classification program
• Serves as a liaison for employees and timekeepers regarding the programmatic online timekeeping system
• Reviews and evaluates office procedures to ensure all records are processed and maintained in accordance with statutory and state regulations and policies
• Keeps abreast of new developments related to timekeeping functions
• 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 and two years of professional human resources experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience in State of Illinois timekeeping process or similar timekeeping processes.
• Two (2) years of experience implementing and interpreting timekeeping rules, regulations, process and procedures.
• Three (3) years of professional writing experience ensuring correct grammar and punctuation.
• Three (3) or more years of professional working experience in a human resources office.
• Two (2) years of technical writing experience developing position descriptions.
• One (1) year of work experience training employees on policies and computer systems.

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. The State of Illinois complies with federal and state disability laws and will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities:

• Ability to pass background check.

The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm with 1 hour 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 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 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 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

Skills Required