Top 69 Environmental restoration Jobs in Chicago Il

Restoration Specialist
Openlands —Chicago, IL
- $60,000 - $65,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Office
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Natural Areas Restoration Technician
PARK DIST OF HIGHLAND PARK —Highland Park, IL
- $28.37 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer service
- Wellness program
- Paid parental leave
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Environmental Project Estimator
Bluestone Environmental —Bridgeview, IL
- $85,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Construction site
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Handyman Technician - North Suburbs of Chicago
Watterson Environmental Group LLC —Chicago, IL
- $25 - $35 an hour
- Overtime
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Field Ecologist II-III
V3 Companies —Woodridge, IL
- $23 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Office
- CDL
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Conservation Planner
Openlands —Chicago, IL
- $65,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Google Workspace
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Plant Propagator
Chicago Botanic Garden —Glencoe, IL
- $26.00 - $30.55 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- 5 years
- Referral program
Field Ecologist
V3 Companies —Woodridge, IL
- $18 - $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Conservator for Paper and Photographs
chicago history society —Chicago, IL
- $60,000 - $70,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Maintenance
- Research
- Mid-level
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Assistant Right of Way Specialist - Environmental Services (Chicago)
Burns & McDonnell —Chicago, IL
- $32 - $37 an hour
- Full-time
- Research
- Bachelor's degree
- Driving
- 401(k)
- Employee stock ownership plan
Associate, Vegetation Management
Invenergy —Chicago, IL
- $98,000 - $118,000 a year
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Biology / Environmental Science - Adjunct Faculty
Oakton Community College —Des Plaines, IL
- $1,251 - $1,326 a week
- Part-time
- Laboratory
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
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Cross
Moraine Valley Community College —Palos Hills, IL
- $23.56 an hour
- Overtime
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- University
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Restoration Tech - Illinois
Midway Building Services —Chicago, IL
- $18 - $30 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- Sanitation
- High school diploma or GED
Senior Restoration Engineer - Coastal & Nature-Based Solutions
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING & TECHNOLOGY INC —Lombard, IL
- Management
- Construction site
- Engineering
Senior Environmental Regulatory Permitting Manager – FERC
Stantec —Chicago, IL
- $107,100 - $160,700 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- 5 years
- Office
- Wellness program
- Health savings account
Counter Sales Representative
Aramsco, Inc. —Franklin Park, IL
- $22.00 - $23.03 an hour
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Regional Quality & EHS Systems Manager
MAPEI —Chicago, IL
- $100,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Up to 50% travel
- Engineering
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
8d
Ecological Solutions Manager
Resource Environmental Solutions LLC —Chicago, IL
- Up to 50% travel
- Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor's degree
Field Technician
OptiPeople Resources —Chicago, IL
- Overtime
- Clean driving record
- Construction site
- Customer service
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance

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Restoration Specialist

Openlands -
Chicago, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$60,000 - $65,000 a year

Benefits

Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
403(b)

Qualifications

Outdoor work experience
Driver's License
Managing projects

Full Job Description

The Restoration Specialist plays a key role in supporting and advancing Openlands’ restoration initiatives by advancing habitat restoration and stewardship across public and private lands. The specialist ensures that restoration efforts align with conservation easement standards and long-term stewardship goals. Working in collaboration with other Openlands team members and external stakeholders, this position leads and supports a suite of restoration projects. Key responsibilities includes identifying restoration opportunities, and managing projects such as invasive species removal, native planting, erosion control, and habitat enhancement across diverse ecosystems.

This is a hybrid, full-time non-exempt position that reports to the Director of Restoration. It is budgeted to start on or about September 1, 2026.

Essential Functions

Lead and coordinate ecological restoration projects from design through implementation
Support the Director of Restoration in supporting the work of Restoration Coordinators and field staff; provide direction, training, and performance oversight
Conduct site assessments and field inventories to evaluate ecological conditions and identify restoration opportunities
Build and maintain partnerships with landowners, contractors, community groups, funders, and regulatory agencies
Develop and manage GIS tools and maps to support planning, documentation, and monitoring
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations
Plan and lead volunteer stewardship events; support community engagement through site access, wayfinding, and amenities
Track and report restoration activities, volunteer engagement, and project outcomes; manage data systems to inform strategy
Manage grant applications and reporting to support successful project delivery
Provide technical oversight to contractors and field staff to ensure ecological quality and safety standards
Represent the organization at conferences, community events, and partner meetings
Serve as a technical resource and organizational ambassador to support policy, planning, and communications
Perform other duties as assigned

Education, Skills & Abilities

Bachelor’s degree in ecology, biology, natural resource management, environmental studies, or a related field
Must have a working knowledge of the regional flora and fauna
Minimum of 3 years of applied work in ecology and conservation
Minimum one year of experience managing habitat restoration projects, conducting habitat assessments, or conducting species surveys that include data collection and the use of GIS tools
Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and set clear priorities
Demonstrated experience working outdoors in varied terrain and weather conditions; fieldwork may comprise up to 50% of time
Working knowledge of GIS tools (such as Field Maps)
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a missiondriven team
Strong interpersonal skills to support positive engagement with landowners, volunteers, and stakeholders
Valid driver’s license and regular access to a personal vehicle required; some evening and weekend work may be necessary
Knowledge of conservation easements and land trust operations.
Familiarity with nonprofit or public sector work environments.

Compensation

Salary range: $60,000–$65,000, commensurate with experience. Comprehensive benefits package including: Health, life, and disability insurance; 403(b) retirement plan with up to 5% employer contribution. Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.

Work Environment

Office is ADA accessible. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and scanners. Employee is regularly required to talk, hear, see, and communicate effectively via computer. This role requires manual labor- standing, bending, crouching, lifting.

Ability to perform duties in a variety of outdoor conditions and weather, including heat, cold, rain, and snow.

Smoke- and drug-free environment.

Openlands is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ qualified individuals based on individual merit. Openlands does not discriminate against any individual with respect to the terms and conditions of employment based on that individual’s race, sex, age, religion, color, national origin, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, housing status, or any other non-merit factor protected under state, local or federal laws.

Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all personnel actions such as recruiting, hiring, compensation, benefits, promotions, training, transfer, termination, and opportunities for training. Openlands is committed to a fair and equitable workplace where everyone is a respected and valued member of the team.

About Openlands

Openlands protects the natural and open spaces of northeastern Illinois and the surrounding region to ensure cleaner air and water, protect natural habitats and wildlife, and help balance and enrich our lives.

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