Administrative Specialist I

Division: Animal Control

Administrative Specialist - Full Time #941

JOB SUMMARY:

Provide administrative support to the Veterinary Public Health Program. This position requires good communication skills and computer ability. Team oriented environment

JOB FUNCTION:

Responsibilities include accurate, computer data entry, word processing, and filing. In addition, there is extensive phone work and contact with the public. Ability to sit for extended periods.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High School diploma or GED. Bilingual a plus. Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

STARTING SALARY/BENEFITS

$18.22/hour. Benefits include Deferred Compensation Plan, paid holidays, personal, vacation and sick leave.

HOURS

37.5 hours per week with some early evening and weekend hours.

All Health Department staff are required to be up to date on the Covid vaccination as determined by the CDC and IDPH, including all primary series doses and boosters, as a term and condition of employment with the Department. In addition, proof of all vaccines are mandatory for employment with the Health Dept., including the flu vaccine.

BENEFITS

• 4 Medical plans, 2 dental plans, 2 vision plans, and various supplemental plans.
• Pension: Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF)
• Nationwide Retirement Solutions (457 and Roth457) plans
• Standard Life insurance policy with the option to buy up additional coverage for employee and dependents.
• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Programs
• Paid vacation, sick, personal days, and 14 paid holidays.

McHenry County is an equal opportunity employer. No applicant for employment shall be discriminated against because of age, race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, Veteran status, or disability.