Animal Control Warden

• Posted 23-Jul-2026 (CST)
• Health Department
• 2550 North Annie Glidden Road, DeKalb, IL, USA
• 19.66-21.63 per hour On call stipend of $150 per week
• Hourly
• IMRF pension plan, paid time off, health insurance (employer pays 75% of premiums), dental insurance (employer pays 75% of premiums), vision insurance, employer-paid life insurance, wellness program, Eligible for Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

The DeKalb County Health Department is seeking a full-time Animal Control Warden. The Animal Control Warden serves in DeKalb County's Animal Control Program as a member of the Health Protection Team under the Health Protection Director. Ideal candidates will have previous enforcement experience as well as experience handling animals.

Responsibilities

• Apprehends/impounds stray dogs and attempts to identify/notify owners of the impounded dog.
• Investigates reports of inhumane and cruel treatment of animals and refers to appropriate officials.
• Interacts with internal/external customers in potential high stress scenarios in a professional manner.
• Responds to bat related calls and assists with capturing bats for potential testing.
• Prepare and store animal samples for testing through at the state laboratory as needed or required.
• Prepares and maintains records and files in accordance with state and local law and Department policy.
• Works with local and state law enforcement agencies regarding animal control concerns.
• Attends and participates in required meetings and activities.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Requirements

• Requires high school education, data entry experience and previous experience in the handling of animals (dogs, cats, wildlife).
• Requires the ability to understand and enforce the Illinois Animal Control Act and applicable provisions of state/local laws and ordinances.
• Must be physically fit and able to lift 70 pounds.
• Requires excellent communication skills; bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Requires the ability to remain professional in all situations.
• Requires the ability to function independently.
• Biweekly on-call shifts are required including weekends and holidays.
• Must be a resident of DeKalb County, Illinois.

Benefits

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois Health and Dental Insurance and Vision Insurance (Employee Contribution Required) or Buyout Option.
• Term Life Insurance
• Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund Pension (Employee Contribution Required)
• Annual Paid Time Off- starting at 10 vacation days, 12 sick days, 13.5 holidays
• This is an AFSCME Bargaining Unit position
• Eligible for Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Schedule:

• Day Shift
• Monday-Friday
• Biweekly on-call hours are required, including weekends and holidays

Work Location: In Person

• Paper applications are available upon request at the DeKalb County Health Department front desk.

I understand that employment may be conditioned upon successfully passing a background check.

I hereby affirm that the information provided on this application and accompanying resume, is true and complete. I understand that any false or misleading representations of omissions on the application or during the hiring process may disqualify me from further consideration for employment and may result in discharge even if discovered at a later date.

I hereby authorize DeKalb County Government to conduct or participate in an investigation of personal background, work history, licensure, and police record as may be necessary to verify the information provided in this application and to determine my fitness to hold the position for which I have applied.

I hereby authorize persons, schools, my current employer (if applicable) and previous employers and other organizations to provide DeKalb County Government with any requested information regarding my application or suitability for employment, and I completely release all such persons or entities from any and all liability related to the provided or use of such information.