VILLAGE OF SKOKIE
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Notice of Accepting Applications for the Position of:

Environmental Health Officer
Part-Time (Not to exceed 19 hours per week)

Limited term grant-funded position set to expire after 18-months

Salar The hourly pay range for this position is $28.40 - $36.25. The starting hourly

Information: pay range is $28.40 - $31.32, depending on qualifications. This position is not
eligible for any benefits offered to fufi-tsme employees or regular part-time
employees working at least 20 hours per week.

BnefDescnntiQn Under general supervision, this position performs a variety of field monitoring

of Duties: and inspection activities related to the identification and abatement of rodent
activity and infestations; Educates the general pubiic on proper rodent control
measures; independent judgment is exercised in issuing warning notices and
in the enforcement of repeated violations; Identifies violations of other Village
codes observed during monitoring activities and refers them to the appropriate
Village Departments for enforcement; Performs comprehensive inspections of
properties to identify the sources and contributing factors of rodent
infestations; Maintains detailed written logs and documentation in electronic
databases, documenting all aspects of rodent surveys, obsen/ations,

complaints, and control measures impiemented; Analyzes reports and
diagrams of infested areas to determine the most appropriate and efficient
treatment methods for eradication and prevention of recurrence; Sets
mechanical traps and strategically places closed bait/trap stations and/or
rodenticide in sewers, burrows, and ditches; Possess exceptiona!
interpersonal communication skills, allowing for successful and positive
interactions with the public, cofieagues, and stakeholders; Able to articulate
complex regulatory information clearly and professionally; Proficient in
analyzing complex information and evaluating outcomes to identify optimal
sofutions; Proven abiiity to proactively address challenges, anticipate potential
issues, and implement effective probiem-solving strategies.

Required High school diploma or equivalent and valid Driver's License required; in
Education, accordance with the Illinois Pesticide Act (415 ILCS 60) Licensing
TraininQand Requirements, will obtain and maintain certification in "General Use
Experience: Pesticides" and "Restricted Use Pesticides for Public Health Pest Control".

Certification wit! be obtained as soon as possible, and no later than within 6
months from date of empioyment.

Application To be considered for this position, please submit a completed Village of Skokie
Process: Application for Employment by Friday, May 17, 2024, to: Vifiage of Skokie

Human Resources Office, 5127 Oakton St, Skokie, IL 60077, or email to
Human.ResourcesOiskokie.ora.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday, May 17, 2024
The Village of Skokie is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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VILLAGE OF SKOKIE, ILLINOIS Job Description

Revised: August 2023

JOB IDENTIFICATION

Position Title: ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH OFFICER

Salary Range: A 166

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Department: Health & Human Services Department

DJvision/Unit: Environmentai Health

Reports to: Environmental Supervisor

Supervises: None

JOB PURPOSE

Under genera! supervision, this position performs a variety offieid monitoring and inspection
activities related to the identification and abatement of rodent activity and infestations.
Education of the general public on proper rodent controi measures. Independent judgment
is exercised in issuing warning notices and in the enforcement of repeated violations.
Identification of violations of other Viiiage codes observed during monitoring activities and
referral to the appropriate Village Departments for enforcement.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Conduct thorough investigation of complaints related to rodent infestations on residential

• Perform comprehensive inspections of properties to identify the sources and contributing

• Maintains detailed written !ogs and documentation in electronic databases, documenting

• Analyze reports and diagrams of infested areas, to determine the most appropriate and

• Set mechanical traps and strategically place closed bait/trap stations and/or rodenticide

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Identifies and reports instances of non-compiiance with the Disposal of Waste Materials
ordinance, recycling, composting or landscape waste disposal regulations and poiicies,
promptly referring cases to the relevant Village Departments for enforcement action.

Disseminates educational materials and literature on rodent control abatement programs
to increase community awareness and engagement in pest management efforts.

Issues warning notices for violations of rodent controi regulations and written court
notices for repeat violations, ensuring compliance and accountability among property
owners and business owners.

Provides timely and accurate periodic reports on the effectiveness of the rodent control
program, including suggestions for improvement, to the Environmental Health
Supervisor and Director of Health and Human Services.

Serves as a point of contact and resource for property and business owners affected by
rodent issues, offering guidance and support to facilitate effective rodent control on their
premises.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of various Village Codes and actively

• Completes Request for Service forms in the Digital Heaith Department, ensuring

• Meets and collaborates with legal staff in preparation for court appearances

• Supports Environmental Heaith division and departmental initiatives by actively

• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of relevant regulations and industry best practices to

• Represents the Village professionally and courteousiy when interacting with internai and

• Performs any other work-reiated duties, as assigned

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

• Demonstrated expertise in interpreting and applying a wide range of local ordinances,

• Possess exceptional interpersonal communication skilis, ailowing for successfui and

• Proficient in analyzing complex information and evaluating outcomes to identify optima!

EDUCATION / TRAINING / EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or G.E.D.

• In accordance with the Illinois Pesticide Act (415 ILCS 60) Licensing Requirements, the

OTHER NECESSARY REQUIREMENTS / LICENSES

• Valid driver's hcense

• Employee wii! be required to drive to other Village office iocations as well as other

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

The work functions of this position are representative of medium work exerting up to 50
pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10
pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Whiie performing the duties of this Job, the employee is reguiariy required to stand, walk,
reach with hands and arms, stoop, knee! or crouch. Must have adequate hearing in order to
communicate with co-workers and the public.

The work is performed mainly outdoors subject to year-round ciimate conditions.

The work is occasionally performed in an indoor environment, in an office-type area, that is
quiet except for office/communications equipment background noises.