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Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Animal Control Field Supervisor, performs a variety of duties in connection with the capture, control and care of stray, unlicensed or uncontrolled animals in designated areas of Cook County. Operates an animal control vehicle in assigned areas in connection with such duties utilizes a net, snare, rope, tranquilizer rifle/pistol or other device as necessary to subdue or incapacitate the animal. Explains, interprets and enforces all sections of the Cook County Animal & Rabies Control Ordinance, Illinois Animal Control Act, Illinois Humane Care for Animals Act, Illinois and other state and local laws pertaining to animal care and control. Issues warning/citations to violators of animal related ordinances and statutes; investigate and resolves complaints regarding stray, unlicensed or uncontrolled animals. Assists villages and municipalities in special assignments regarding animal related problems; investigates animal bite, and dangerous /vicious dog reports as required. May have to Euthanize animals. Ensures the proper use, storage, and application of County property in connection with such duties, including controlled substances', weapons, vehicles, and related equipment. Performs other duties as assigned. ROTATING ON CALL SCHEDULE. Minimum Qualifications

• Possession of a High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) Certificate IS REQUIRED .
• One (1) year of full-time work experience in the care, control or handling of domestic and other wildlife IS REQUIRED .
• Must be certified in OR must be willing to obtain certification in Chemical Immobilization within six (6) months of employment.
• Must be certified as OR must become certified as a Euthanasia Technician within six (6) months of employment.
• Valid Driver's License IS REQUIRED .

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

• Knowledge of Illinois Animal Rabies Control Law and County, municipal and village ordinances involving dog control as they apply within the jurisdiction of Cook County.
• Knowledge of the Illinois Humane Care for Animals Act and willingness and ability to comply with its mandates.
• Knowledge and understanding of basic computer operations.
• Skilled in basic mathematics, writing and oral communication.
• Ability to provide written and oral reports, complete forms, records and documentation as necessary.
• Ability to work under adverse weather and physical conditions.
• Ability and willingness to work with wild and domestic animals. Familiarity with the habitations, behavior and natural tendencies of such animals as may be encountered in the course of the above duties.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the general public on rules and regulations.
• Ability to attend continuing education programs, either in or outside the geographical boundaries of Cook County to maintain and upgrade skill and performance.
• Ability to execute safe and proper means of controlling and capturing animals as designated and authorized by the Department.
• Ability and willingness to respond to emergency animal control situations and to perform quick and supple movements necessary to capture animals.
• Ability to safely pull a trailer attached to a County Animal Control vehicle.
• Ability to conduct seminars for educational purposes.
• Ability to physically lift and carry up to seventy-five pounds continuously and up to one hundred pounds occasionally. Ability to climb stairs continuously and ladders on occasion.
• Ability to stand, walk and bend frequently. This position requires various types of physical exertion, including, but not limited to lifting, pulling, pushing, and moving objects of moderate to heavy weight.
• Ability to maintain vehicles and equipment assigned to the officer's safety (i.e. traps, snare poles, tranquilizer guns, etc.).

• Group and Voluntary Benefits Offered:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Voluntary Benefits
• You May Qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
• For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http: //www.cookcountyrisk.com/

Hourly Wage: $31.422

PHYSICAL REQUIREMNTS

Very Heavy Work
Very Heavy work involves exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work.

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE

When applying for employment with Cook County Government, preference is given in the application process to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for more than 180 consecutive days, or during War Time. To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:

• MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION.
• IDENTIFY THEMSELVES AS A VETERAN ON THEIR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION BY ANSWERING YES TO THE QUESTION "Are you a military veteran?"
• ATTACH A COPY OF THEIR DD 214, DD215 or NGB 22 (NOTICE OF SEPARATION) AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING. IF YOU HAVE MULTIPLE DD 214S, 215S, OR NGB 22S, PLEASE SUBMIT THE ONE WITH THE LATEST DATE. COAST GUARD MUST SUBMIT A CERTIFIED COPY OF THE MILITARY SEPARATION FROM EITHER THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (BEFORE 911) OR THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY (AFTER 911).

VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.

The Cook County Department of Veterans Affairs can assist you with obtaining a certified DD214 and having it recorded for you at no charge. Please contact veterans.affairs@cookcountyil.gov

This position is considered a safety-sensitive position. Candidates who are selected to fill safety-sensitive positions must pass a required drug test as part of the pre-employment background check process.

https: //www.cookcountyil.gov/sites/default/files/service/drug-and-alcohol-policy.pdf

Candidates who are contacted will be required to produce original required documents (e.g., current driver's license, diploma, school transcript, certifications, etc.) listed on the Notice of Job Opportunity within five (5) days of being extended an offer, in writing, by the Bureau Chief of BHR (or designee). Candidates will be notified of how to submit required documents.

*Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States territories and Canada, must be credentialed by the World Education Services (WES), Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) or a National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES) member organization.

*This position requires successful completion of post-offer tests, which may include a background check, drug screen and medical examination.

Falsification of any information in the application process will result in disqualification, dismissal after hire, and/or placement on the County's Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. For current County employees, such falsification may result in discipline, up to and including termination, and placement on the County's Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. See Cook County Code of Ordinances, Article II, Sections 44-54 Unlawful Practices Relating to Employees and Employment - Penalty, 44-56 Political Discrimination; Cook County Employment Plan, Section V.N. Pre-Interview License and Certification Verification; Supplemental Policy No. 2014-2.13 Ineligible for Rehire List; and Cook County Personnel Rules 3.3(b) (7) (d)

EEO Statement

Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") employer. Cook County prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance as further defined in Chapter 44. Human Resources, Article II. Personnel Polices, Section 44-53 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances and Chapter 42. Human Relations, Article II. Human Rights, Section 42-35 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances.

NOTE: As an internal candidate, should you be offered the position, salary allocations shall abide by the Cook County Personnel Rules.

*Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Social Media Disclaimer

The County's hiring process is governed by the Cook County Employment Plan which prohibits employment actions from being influenced by any Political Reasons or Factors for Non-Exempt Positions. The advertisement of this position by any individual does not constitute an offer or promise of employment, promotion, or any other employment action and shall not influence the County's hiring decision. Cook County officials and employees who become aware of or receive a complaint that involves an allegation of Political Reasons or Factors being considered in the hiring process of Non-Exempt positions are obligated to refer the complaint to the Cook County - Office of the Inspector General. If the Cook County Inspector General sustains allegations of Political Reasons or Factors being considered, Cook County will disqualify the Applicant or Candidate from consideration for employment and disciplinary action will be imposed on any involved Cook County employees, if applicable.

Please contact BHR.WorkforceStrategy@cookcountyil.gov for inquiries about this position