Kennel Maintenance Worker Eligibility List

The City of Aurora is accepting applications to establish an eligibility list for full-time and part-time Kennel Maintenance Worker positions in the Division of Animal Control.

Under the direction of the Animal Control Manager, the Kennel Maintenance Worker performs general daily animal care, kennel cleaning and sanitation, general maintenance, and other duties necessary for the safe and efficient operation of the animal control facility. They play a key role in animal adoptions and work with the community to assist in adoptions and animal reclaims. They will work with animals of various sizes, species, behaviors, and temperaments.

Duties include but are not limited to: Clean and disinfect kennels, cages, animal housing areas, food and water dishes, equipment, and other areas of the facility; Perform laundry and maintain clean bedding, towels, blankets, dishes, and other animal-care supplies; Monitor kennel and animal-care supplies; Provide daily care for shelter animals, including but not limited to feeding, watering, cleaning, bedding, removing dogs and or cats from their cages daily, and enrichment; Maintain their EBI Certification and perform euthanasia-related duties when certified, authorized, and required; Assist with animal intake, movement, kennel placement, and preparation for adoption, rescue, veterinary appointments, or transport; Safely handle animals of various sizes, behaviors, and temperaments and utilize proper safety equipment when necessary; Assess animals daily for changes in health, behavior, appetite, mobility, or overall condition; Complete required animal records, kennel documentation, checklists, and other routine paperwork; Perform routine cleaning and general maintenance throughout the facility and grounds; Other related duties as assigned.

This position requires a high school diploma or GED. This position also requires a valid driver's license and ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. Must possess or obtain required Certified Euthanasia Technician (CET) certification within at least one year. Experience in animal care, kennel, shelter, maintenance, or other related experience is preferred.

Must successfully pass pre-hire requirements including but not limited to a written Civil Service exam, background check, physical, and drug screen*.

• The City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace policy. Candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment will be required to complete and successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

This is a union represented position. The hours of the position will vary and may be part-time or full-time depending on the vacancy.

Beginning hourly pay for full-time is $26.10/hr., after 6 months $26.69/hr., after 1 year $27.60/hr., and annual increases thereafter.

Beginning hourly pay for part-time is $26.10/hr. and will receive a pay increase to $26.69/hr. after 1 year, and annual increases thereafter.

• Please note that the union contract is under negotiations and therefore, we are currently utilizing the 2024 pay rates. Once the contract is finalized pay will be adjusted in accordance with the contract.

UNION BENEFITS

The City of Aurora offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time and eligible part-time employees in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement:

• Annual pay increases (in accordance with Labor Agreement)
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurances
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF)
• Paid vacations, holidays, floating holidays, personal days, and sick leave
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Uniform Allowance (as determined by policy)
• Interpreters Stipend
• Tuition Reimbursement
• May be eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program (if requirements are met)

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED ONLINE UNTIL 3:00 PM ON OCTOBER 28, 2026

OR

UNTIL 100 APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED

The following dates and times will be available to complete the written Civil Service exam:

• Monday, November 9, 2026: 9:00 AM, 11:30 AM, or 2:30 PM
• Tuesday, November 10, 2026: 9:00 AM or 11:30 AM

Within 72 hours of submitting your application, you will receive an email with instructions for registering for an exam date and time. Please monitor your email inbox, including your spam/junk folder, for exam scheduling information.

You must register for an exam time by Wednesday, November 4, 2026, to complete the application process. Exam timeslots are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so some dates and times may fill up as candidates register. Please register as soon as possible to secure your preferred timeslot.

The exam will be conducted in person and may take up to 2.5 hours to complete.

To learn more about the City of Aurora, IL, visit https://www.aurora-il.org/1111/About-Our-City.