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Kennel Worker
Champaign County —Urbana, IL
- $18.45 - $23.38 an hour
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Paid time off

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Kennel Worker

Champaign County -
Urbana, IL

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Job Details

Part-time
$18.45 - $23.38 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
Paid time off
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Animal behavior

Full Job Description

JobID: 3649

Position Type:
Champaign County/Kennel Worker (Animal Control)

Date Posted:
5/4/2026

Location:
210 S. Art Bartell (Animal Control)

Date Available:
ASAP

Closing Date:
07/06/2026

Job Title: Kennel Worker (Part-Time, Non-Exempt)

Department: Animal Control

Schedule: Weekends, Friday Sunday

Summary

Responsible for intake of impounded animals, including the classifying, care, and handling of those animals.

Primary Responsibilities

Include but not limited to the following as other duties may be assigned.

Cleans and maintains kennel area of Animal Control Facility, in such a manner as to provide an odor free and low stress environment for the animals.
Feeds and provides daily care for all animals in the County's care.
Handles and controls animals impounded by Animal Control departments, including difficult to handle and potentially dangerous animals.
Reports to the Animal Control Director or veterinarian any potential health or behavioral problems involving the animals in the County's care.
Maintains records of animals impounded.
Light cleaning of offices emptying trash, mopping of floors, and cleaning of restrooms.
Assists with euthanasia of animals.

Qualifications

High school diploma or general education degree and six months of experience working with animals is desirable -or- equivalent combination of education and experience.
Requires thorough knowledge of animal handling skills, animal behavior, and animal care.

Compensation

The wage range is $18.45 - $23.38 per hour depending on qualifications.
Champaign County is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, health insurance, life insurance, and employer contributions to a defined-benefit retirement plan. Benefit details can be found on the Champaign County Jobs page.

How To Apply

Submit an application online by visiting the Champaign County Open Positions page.
All questions and requests for accommodation should be directed to Chelsea Angelo by phone at 217-384-3798 or by email.

Applicants should note this is a Bargaining Unit position under the Agreement set by the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Union contract.

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