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The Animal Control Assistant functions as the “Generalist” for the Animal Control Department having responsibilities to include both front office administrative and kennel animal care.  Performs data entry for the rabies tag certificate monitoring.  Provides front office coverage and interacts with the public for the purpose of animal reclaims, animal surrenders and adoption inquiries and placements.  Duties will include the cleaning of kennels and cages, feeding and exercising animals.  Successful candidate will be a team member, supportive of other staff members and the ability to communicate professionally.  Flexibility to alternate hours for evening and weekend coverage is expected.  Requirements:  High school diploma or equivalent and previous experience working within a shelter or animal control facility is required.  Interest in animals and knowledge of various breeds. Ability to learn animal body language and communication styles.  Computer experience and customer service skills required.  Agility for rapid response and ability to lift 50 pounds (dog food bags, animals).

Email:  hrmcorrespondence@co.kane.il.us
Resumes will not be accepted via facsimile

Letters of application and resumes accepted by:
Amy Swierkosz, Supervisors
Kane County Juvenile Justice Center
37W655 Route 38
St. Charles, Il  60175-7532

This position directs and oversees all accounting and financial management functions for KCDEE.  Major areas of responsibility include: Develops and implements financial management policies and procedures. Maintains financial records and information through the automated accounting system in accordance with relevant requirements and management needs. Prepares and reconciles financial information. Periodically prepares and distributes financial reports and periodic analysis for management and administration. Monitors financial activity, including cash position, bank statements, cash needs and expenditures. Pays, or manages payment processes for all vendor and service provider invoices, employee expenses, and other reimbursements, including assuring that all expenses are properly coded according to the chart of accounts and that documentation in support of all payments is sufficient. Develops and revises the cost allocation as needed and allocates costs across funding streams in accordance with the cost allocation plan. Processes or supervises the processing of payrolls. Prepares all required monthly, quarterly, and annual tax forms. Establishes and manages procedures to assure timely and accurate reporting of routine financial information through GRS. Provides financial information to respond to special Federal or State information requests. Oversees the development, maintenance and monitoring of organization-wide and grant and program specific budgets.  Qualifications: A baccalaureate degree in accounting, finance, or related field.   CPA or individuals who meet the 150 hour accounting requirement are preferred. Minimum of three years accounting or financial management experience, especially experience in a governmental or not-for-profit environment. Experience managing automated accounting functions through recognized software programs, especially those most commonly used in a governmental or not-for-profit environment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to relate effectively with staff at all levels of an organization. Strong analytical ability and technical competency.

Cover letter and resume accepted by:
Sheila D. McCraven
Dept of Human Resource Mgmt
719 S. Batavia Ave, Building A
Geneva, IL 60134
RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED VIA FACSIMILE

Elgin Location. Assist Program Manager in supervision of program staff, oversight of daily operations, and delivery of direct services. Special focus: WIC and Family Case Management Programs. Requirements: Registered nurse, registered dietician, or Bachelor’s degree in nutrition/home economy with at least 20 credit hours in food or nutrition. Master’s in related field desired. Have experience in maternal child health or nutrition desired; lactation consultation experience desired. Have effective interpersonal and problem solving skills. Proficiency in using word processing and spreadsheets; experience with databases. Have time management and organizational skills for self and others. Bilingual, English/Spanish preferred. Have effective verbal and written communication skills. Have Knowledge of management and supervisory principles. Must have valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and valid motor vehicle insurance.

Please send completed application and resume to:
(Resume are accepted but may not be in place of application)
Attention: Rhonda Crowder, Administrative Assistant
Kane County Health Department
1240 N. Highland Ave.
Aurora, IL 60506
Fax: 630-208-5147
Or
Email: crowderrhonda@co.kane.il.us

Aurora Location. Responsible for managing the accounting, budgetary and financial functions within the Health Department. Oversee staff engaged in accounts payable, accounts receivable and grant reporting. Maintain accounting records for county, state and federal auditors. Coordinate and maintain records for grants per agreement with various state and federal government agencies. Requirements: BA/BS in Finance, Accounting or a related field; four (4) years progressively responsible experience government accounting, one (1) of which was in a supervisory capacity; or equivalent combination of training/experience. Current valid driver’s license and motor vehicle insurance. Preferred candidate will possess grant administration/management experience and be a C.P.A.

Please send completed application and resume to:
Kane County Health Department
Attn: Kathy Fosser
1240 N. Highland Avenue, Suite 21
Aurora, IL 60506
Email: kanehealthjobs@co.kane.il.us
Fax: 630-897-8133

Elgin Location.  Responsible for comprehensive management and direction of assigned program area and program staff:  northern Kane county maternal-child health programs.  Accountable for northern Kane MCH assessment, planning, program development, implementation, quality assurance, policy and procedure development, grant writing and monitoring and budget monitoring.  Requirements:  BSN, BA in Nursing, with current valid registration with the state of Illinois.  Master’s preferred, in nursing or related field.  2-5 years experience in public health, maternal-child health, and nursing.  5 years of supervisory/administrative experience desired.  Effective interpersonal and problem solving skills.  Computer skills; word processing and spreadsheet; experience with databases.  Cornerstone experience desired.  Effective verbal and written communications skills.  Knowledge of public health scope and philosophy.  Knowledge of management and supervisory principles.  Time Management and organizational skills.  Valid Illinois driver’s license and reliable, insure vehicle.

Cover letter and resume accepted by:
Email: crowderrhonda@co.kane.il.us

The Kane County State’s Attorney’s Office is currently accepting resumes for a full time position as a Bilingual Victim Services Advocate.   The advocate would provide services to the victims of violent and nonviolent crimes.  Services would include information about the court system, emotional support, and referrals to other agencies, assistance in completing forms for compensation, liaison between prosecutors and victims, collecting restitution, and assistance in completing victim impact statements.  Requirements: Bilingual (Spanish) required. Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or Social Work preferred or 3 years of paralegal/legal experience. Excellent computer, written and oral communication skills.

Contact:
Fax resume to:
Sandi Chidester at 630-232-6508.

The Kane County State’s Attorney’s Office is currently accepting resumes for a full-time position as a Bilingual Domestic Violence Advocate. The advocate would provide services for all walk-in victim/complainants as well as all initial interviews.  Services would include information about the court system, emotional support, referrals to other agencies, coordinate Emergency Order of protection and plenary orders of protection, provide transportation for the filing of the order, if necessary, advise victim/complainants about financial compensation and provide follow-up on Illinois Department of Correction notifications of release date for inmates with active orders of protections entered against them. Requirements: Bilingual skills in English/Spanish, Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice or Social Work preferred or 3 years of legal secretary experience, excellent computer, written and oral communications, self-starter and strong organizational skills.

START DATE:  January 2009

Project Implementation:  participate in all project phases: planning, engineering design, bidding and construction for 300+ mile arterial highway system.  Traffic Engineering: accident analysis, traffic signals, speed limits, and regulatory signs.  Review plans and specifications for highway improvements. 
Transportation Planning:  highway, bike/ped, and mass transit.  Assist with long-range transportation planning activities for this high-growth Chicago-area County.  Participate in the land development process, including annexation, subdivision, zoning, site planning, and permitting.  Field and office work to support all of the above activities: surveying, sight distance evaluations, construction observation, traffic data collection, drafting, design assistance, writing technical memoranda, and maintaining databases and Geographic Information Systems. Qualifications: Fresh, Soph, Jr, Sr:  Civil Engrg, Constr Mgmt, or Planning.  GPA: 2.5 on 4.0 scale.  Work Schedule: Typically semester plus summer for a total of 7 months at a time.  Students are encouraged to return for more than one work schedule. 

Contact:
Steve W. Coffinbargar, Chief of Planning and Programming 41W011 Burlington Road, St. Charles, IL 60175

Phone:630-584-1170, Fax: 630-584-5265

Email: kdotcoop@co.kane.il.us

Web: www.co.kane.il.us/dot