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Park Ranger

Description

The Park Ranger performs law enforcement and maintenance within all of Dubuque County parks and wildlife areas. Ensures the safety of park visitors and preserves and protects the natural resources of Dubuque County.  This position must reside within a 25 mile radius of Dubuque County.

Job Duties

The following duties are primarily performed and are essential for this position. Employees are expected to be able to perform each of these job duties satisfactorily and successfully to be qualified for the position. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Ground Maintenance:
Mows, landscapes, tree care, repairs park fixtures, playground inspection/maintenance, electrical repairs, plumbing repairs.

Law Enforcement:
Enforces all local, state, and federal laws. Collects user fees in campgrounds, Heritage trail. River rescues, body recoveries. Resolves disturbances, takes various reports, assists other agencies with calls for service. Illegal dumping officers.

Equipment Operator:
Operates tractors, skid loaders, mowers, excavators, Utv’s, snowmobiles, boats, dump trucks, end loaders.

Prairie Management:
Manages prescribed fire, spraying, mowing, removal of woody vegetation, planting.

Vehicle Maintenance:
Repairs broken parts, oil changes, tire rotation, routine maintenance.

Structural Maintenance:
Oversees plumbing, electrical, carpentry repairs. Builds new structures such as pavilions, covered picnic tables, and boat docks.

Timber Management:
Plants, prunes, sprays, invasive removal, crop tree release.

Snow plowing:
Plows snow off parking lots, applies salt when needed.

Wildlife Calls for Service:
Manages rescue nuisances, injured/sick animals.

Equipment Maintenance:
Repairs broken parts, oil changes, sharpens mower blades, routine maintenance.

Environmental Education:
Teaches Hunter safety classes, public relations answering questions, assists with environmental programs.

Volunteer Coordination:
Plans and coordinates events for volunteers, works with community service projects.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and/or Experience Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in natural science or environmental education related fields, or two year associate degree and two years’ work experience.

Licenses, Certifications, and Other Requirements:

  • Must be authorized to work in the United States. Dubuque County does not sponsor work visas or provide immigration sponsorship.
  • Iowa Law Enforcement Academy
  • Pesticide applicators license
  • Commercial driver’s license
  • S130-s190 wildfire training
  • Hunter Education Instructor
  • Firearms Instructor
  • Open sight rifle instructor
  • Mine safety health administration training
  • CPR/AED first aid
  • National Crime Information Center training
  • Hazmat
  • Implicit bias
  • De-escalation
  • Racial profiling
  • Handgun recertification
  • Rifle recertification
  • Shotgun recertification
  • Defensive tactics
  • Body cam training
  • Rapid deployment
  • Advanced roadside impairment driving enforcement
  • Physical fitness requirements
  • Chronic waste disease ambassador
  • Wildland power saws training
  • Global SDS and hazardous materials
  • Duty to intercede
  • Sexual harassment in workplace
  • Responding to people with mental illness
  • Wide area search
  • Human trafficking
  • Blood borne pathogens

Supplemental Information

In order to perform the functions and responsibilities of the position (listed above) the following knowledge, skills, and abilities are essential.

  • Knowledge of current conservation and environmental issues.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with others.
  • Ability to work without direct supervision.
  • Ability to withstand manual labor and work outside in any weather conditions.
  • Willingness to work weekends, holidays, irregular hours and varied shifts as the need arises.
  • Some supervisory experience desirable.

In evaluating candidates for this position, Dubuque County may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position.

Physical Requirements

  • Frequent movements such as but not limited to balancing, twisting, climbing, kneeling, walking, pulling, pushing, lifting, etc.
  • Frequently lifting to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

  • Primarily work is outdoors; workers may be exposed to adverse and extreme environmental conditions.
  • Frequently work alongside moving traffic or roads.
  • Frequent use of machines or equipment with loud noises.
  • Frequently work with fumes/odors/toxic chemicals.
  • Frequently work with bodily fluids/communicable disease.
  • Occasional travel.

Program Instructor

Description

Performs intermediate human support service for Sunnycrest residents.

Job Duties

  • Provides personal care, instruction and training to residents and clients.
  • Prepares clients for school, work, and daily activities.
  • Teaches adult living skills including bathing, dressing toileting, grooming and personal hygiene.
  • Assists clients into and out of beds, wheel chairs, and vehicles.
  • Teaches behavioral skills and protects clients from harm and self-abuse.
  • Controls clients utilizing verbal redirection, mechanical and physical restraints.
  • Provides occupation and daily living therapy to assist clients to adopt to their environment.
  • Teaches and demonstrates proper manners, eating skills, and maintenance activities.
  • Provides physical therapy and exercise programs.
  • Assists with communication skills based on needs utilizing sign language and appropriate verbalization.
  • Teaches money skills, escorts clients to recreational, leisure, shopping or other trips.
  • Escorts clients to doctor’s appointments and/or hospital.
  • Maintains detailed records and charts on client activities and results and physical matters.
  • Performs general housekeeping, laundry and meal duties pertaining to client programs as required.
  • Follows proscribed protocols for safety and infection control.
  • Performs related tasks as required.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED.
 
Must satisfactorily compete Program Instructor and Crisis Prevention Intervention training course within six months of employment.
 
Must pass the prescribed pre-employment physical, abuse registry review, and criminal background check.
 
Experience in the custodial care of patients preferred.

Other Requirements: Must be authorized to work in the United States. Dubuque County does not sponsor work visas or provide immigration sponsorship.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
General knowledge of:
MH/MR care and nursing practices and procedures.
Theory and practice of quality patient care.
 
Basic knowledge of:
Common physical and mental illnesses, their symptoms and appropriate medical care.
Human anatomy as related to treatments and therapies.
First aid methods.
 
Ability to:
Observe, recognize and respond to behavioral problems and take appropriate action.
Follow oral and written instructions of a technical nature.
Deal with clients empathetically and respectfully.
Prepare, maintain, and understand nursing records and reports.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with residents, families, other employees, officials and the general public.
  
Physical, Mental, and Environmental Requirements:
Vision abilities required by this job including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Effective verbal speaking and hearing abilities are needed to handle communications with staff, residents, and others.
Requires pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally with assistance.
Requires standing most of the time to perform work responsibilities with regular walking between locations.
Requires ability to walk steps, reaching, squatting, stooping, bending, and sitting, pushing, pulling, twisting, gripping and apply physical intervention holds.
Some exposure to slippery surfaces when floors are wet.
Exposure to chemicals from cleaning compounds and exposure to bodily fluids require the use of personal protective equipment to safe guard against potential biological and chemical hazards.
Work is primarily indoors.
Occasional exposure to outside weather conditions and some outdoor work.

Registered Nurse (RN)

Description

Performs nursing care to the residents of Sunnycrest Manor in accordance with the Iowa Nurse Practice Act.

Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Nursing Department Management Staff.

Supervision is exercised over certified nursing assistants, restorative nursing assistants, nursing assistant transporters, ward clerks, certified medication aides and program instructors.

Job Duties

  • Reviews prior shift records, reviews treatment and medication instructions.
  • Supervises, schedules, trains, and directs the work of employees. participates in the interview and selection processes and may make employment decisions; evaluates employee performance and recommends corrective action.
  • Instructs subordinates on procedures and techniques for the routine care of residents.
  • Personally administers medications; gives injections, catheterization, inserts nasogastric tubes; changes dressings, checks blood pressure, and provides other nursing services as indicated.
  • Documents condition, development, and treatment in patient records.
  • Observes throughout the course of the workday and evaluates patients’ condition and initiates action as required; responds to emergencies in accordance with established procedures or professional judgment.
  • Accompanies physicians on rounds and gives information as requested.
  • Briefs relieving or supervisory staff on shift developments.
  • Utilizes the nursing process which involves assessment, nursing diagnosis, and establishment, implementation, and evaluation of the plan of care.
  • Administers, records use, monitors effects and side-effects of medications.
  • Consults with patients’ families.
  • Follows proscribed protocols for safety and infection control.
  • Performs and monitors quality assurance standards and protocols.
  • Monitors nutritional status and dining process of residents.
  • Participates in development of Minimum Data Set (MDS) Assessment and the formal care planning process.
  • Performs related tasks as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from a school of nursing approved by the Iowa Board of Nursing.

Possession of a license as a registered nurse as issued by the State of Iowa.

Must pass the prescribed pre-employment physical, abuse registry review, and criminal background check.

Other Requirements: Must be authorized to work in the United States. Dubuque County does not sponsor work visas or provide immigration sponsorship.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Thorough knowledge of:
Standards of nursing practice for the registered nurse in the State of Iowa.
Precautions to be taken in the use of medications.
The treatment, diagnostic, immunization and related medical services for the type of patients in area of assignment.
Rules, regulations, procedures, and policies pertaining to nursing services of the assigned institution.

Ability to:
Observe medical problems and initiate appropriate action.
Assign and supervise the work of a staff of nonprofessional personnel and to instruct them in practices and techniques.
Accurately maintain patient medical records and prepare reports.
Establish and maintain effective relationships with patients, physicians, subordinates, and others contacted in the course of work.
Work with aggressive patients.

Physical, Mental, and Environmental Requirements:
Vision abilities required by this job including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Effective verbal speaking and hearing abilities are needed to handle communications with staff, residents, and others.
Requires pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally with assistance.
Requires standing most of the time to perform work responsibilities with regular walking between locations.
Requires ability to walk steps, reaching, squatting, stooping, bending, and sitting, pushing, pulling, twisting, gripping and apply physical intervention holds.
Some exposure to slippery surfaces when floors are wet.
Exposure to chemicals from cleaning compounds and exposure to bodily fluids require the use of personal protective equipment to safe guard against potential biological and chemical hazards.
Work is primarily indoors.
Occasional exposure to outside weather conditions and some outdoor work.

Conservation Grounds Maintenance

Description

The Grounds Maintenance positions under the general supervision of the Executive Director, will assist in the maintenance and development of all parks, preserves, and management areas under the jurisdiction of the Dubuque County Conservation Board. This is a temporary, part-time position, with varied hours up to a maximum of 24 hours per week.

Job Duties

  • Performs routine maintenance of facilities, grounds, and equipment; primarily mowing, refuse and debris removal.
  • Assists in the construction, installation, removal and repair of facilities.
  • Operates various hand and power tools, vehicles, tractors and mowing equipment.
  • Performs routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment and vehicles.
  • Reports problems with facilities, grounds or equipment to Director, Deputy Director or Park Rangers.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

  • High School Graduate; must be at least 18 years old.-Valid Driver’s License, CDL preferred-Working knowledge of tools, equipment, and methods used in the park and recreation setting.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States. Dubuque County does not sponsor work visas or provide immigration sponsorship.
  • Ability to communicate effectively.-Ability to work with limited supervision.
  • Willingness to work a non-standard workweek; including weekends and holidays.

Supplemental Information

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds; ability to climb steps, squat, stoop; ability to be on feet for a minimum of one hour; ability to sit in the same position for extended periods of time; ability to reach above head; ability to withstand extremes of temperature, all with or without reasonable accommodation.

Conservation Aide

Description

The Conservation Aide will, under the general supervision of the Executive Director, assist in the maintenance and development of all parks, preserves, and management areas under the jurisdiction of the Dubuque County Conservation Board. This is a seasonal position, with varied hours up to a maximum of 40 hours per week.

Job Duties

  • Performs routine maintenance of facilities and grounds, and equipment; including mowing, refuse and debris removal and painting.
  • Assists in the construction, installation, removal and repair of facilities.
  • Operates various hand and power tools, vehicles, tractors and mowing equipment.
  • Performs routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment and vehicles.
  • Reports problems with facilities, grounds or equipment to Director, Deputy Director or Park Rangers.
  • Will be trained to perform public relation tasks and to provide information to area users.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

  • High School Graduate; must be at least 18 years old.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States. Dubuque County does not sponsor work visas or provide immigration sponsorship.
  • Valid Driver’s License-Some working knowledge of tools, equipment, and methods used in the park and recreation setting.
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
  • Ability to work with limited supervision.
  • Willingness to work a non-standard workweek; including weekends and holidays.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds; ability to climb steps, squat, stoop; ability to be on feet for a minimum of one hour; ability to sit in the same position for extended periods of time; ability to reach above head; ability to withstand extremes of temperature, all with or without reasonable accommodation.

Human Resources Generalist

Description

The HR Generalist supports the daily operations of the HR department including hiring, benefits, leaves, payroll and enforcing company policies and practices to make sure our employment actions are compliant with state and federal laws.

Job Duties

The following duties are primarily performed and are essential for this position. Employees are expected to be able to perform each of these job duties satisfactorily and successfully to be qualified for the position. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Payroll:Maintains employee payroll records and e-time systems. Adds and edits payroll information including wage rates, earning codes, overtime, insurance, and tax information. Ensures all documentation is accurately submitted and is consistent with applicable laws, union contracts and county policies. Advises departments with questions and problems regarding payroll.
New Hire Onboarding and Hiring/ATS:Monitors and utilizes applicant tracking programs to track on-line applications and conduct recruitment; maintains and updates data as necessary.
FMLA:Follows federal guidelines to administer FMLA to eligible employees. Monitors and tracks employee FMLA absences; prepares paperwork and provides information regarding rights and responsibilities; works with managers and supervisors regarding employee status and return to work information.
Benefits Administration/ Compensation:Manages wage and salary administration for employee increases, cost of living adjustments, ensures accurate and timely submittal of information for Board approval and to payroll. Administers and maintains employee benefits.
Employee Relations: Addresses employee concerns and issues.
Worker’s Compensation:Administers worker’s compensation. Ensures accurate and timely reporting of incidents in compliance with OSHA requirements.
Recruitment:Responsible for job postings and social media.
Miscellaneous:Performs related tasks as required.
Government Reporting:Responsible for government reporting as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and/or Experience Requirements:

  • Associate degree in business or related field and three (3) years of responsible work experience in human resource administration; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Licenses, Certifications, and Other Requirements:

  • Must be authorized to work in the United States. Dubuque County does not sponsor work visas or provide immigration sponsorship.

Supplemental Information

In order to perform the functions and responsibilities of the position (listed above) the following knowledge, skills, and abilities are essential.General knowledge of:

  • Applicable local, State, and Federal laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances.
  • Principles and practices of human resources to include recruitment, classification, compensation, and collective bargaining.

Skill in:

  • Interacting tactfully and professionally with staff, outside agencies, and the public.
  • Maintaining accurate records, filing systems, and databases.
  • Reading and understanding contracts and contract language.
  • Maintaining and handling confidential and sensitive information.
  • Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships.
  • Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

In evaluating candidates for this position, Dubuque County may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position.
Physical Requirements

  • Standing – Approximately less than 1/3 of on-the-job time.
  • Walking – Approximately less than 1/3 of on-the-job time.
  • Sitting – Approximately greater than 2/3 of on-the-job time.
  • Use of hands to finger, handle or feel – Approximately greater than 2/3 of on-the-job time.
  • Reaching with hands and arms – Approximately greater than 1/3 of on-the-job time.
  • Climbing or balancing – Approximately less than 1/3 on-the-job time.
  • Stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling – Approximately less than 1/3 of on-the-job time.
  • Talking or hearing – Approximately greater than 2/3 of on-the-job time.
  • Weight lifted/Force exerted – An average of approximately 20 pounds, less than 1/3 of on-the-job time, non-continuously.
  • Vision -Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less), and Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus).

Work Environment

  • Primarily work is in an office setting.
  • Outdoor weather conditions – Approximately less than 1/3 of on-the-job time.
  • Working with hostile/agitated individuals – Approximately greater than 1/3 of on-the-job time.
  • Travel – Approximately 1/3 on-the-job time.

Facilities & Maintenance Manager

Description

The Facilities & Maintenance Manager directs the maintenance and operation of county-owned buildings. Responsibilities include electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and fire alarm systems, leading staff and contractors, and ensuring safety and compliance. The Manager develops and manages the department, ensures compliance with building codes and safety standards, and provides customer service to departments regarding facility-related concerns.

Job Duties

The following duties are primarily performed and are essential for this position. Employees are expected to be able to perform each of these job duties satisfactorily and successfully to be qualified for the position. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Administrative:

Develop and manage the department budget ensuring effective allocation of resources. Provide excellent customer service in collaboration with other departments to promptly address and support facility-related concerns. Maintain strong understanding of building systems and compliance with relevant building codes and safety standards. Manage vendors and negotiate contracts as needed.

Staff Management:

Supervise and provide leadership to maintenance and custodial staff, contractors, and vendors. Train, oversee, and perform custodial duties if necessary. Prioritize and manage multiple projects, set goals, and oversee scheduling and execution of maintenance and repair work.

Estimating/Project Management:

Manage and coordinate capital projects and vendor contracts. Works with vendors and staff to maintain buildings and grounds. Works in tandem with the IT department on joint installation projects and other infrastructure needs. Inspects completed work for conformance to blueprints, specifications, and standards. Oversees work orders, establishes and adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules and implements changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of work crew. Plans, budgets and schedule facilities modification including cost estimates, bid sheets, layouts and contracts for construction.

Maintenance:

Conduct regular inspections, repairs, and testing of buildings and grounds, including HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs in compliance with health and safety regulations. Oversee procurement of equipment, supplies, and services necessary for building and grounds maintenance.

Custodial:

Oversee and, when necessary, perform custodial duties to ensure cleanliness and health standards in county facilities. Monitor and inventory cleaning supplies and maintenance items.

Budget:

Prepares and presents annual budget.

Election Support:

In coordination with Auditor, Commissioner of Elections and local municipalities, safely and securely deliver and pick-up more than 30 election cages to polling locations throughout Dubuque County. Following the completion of each election, ensure secure storage of election cages.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and/or Experience Requirements:

  • High school diploma or GED equivalency
  • Three to five years of experience in complex institutional heating, cooling, plumbing, electrical, surveillance, elevator, computer and fire alarm systems preferred and supervisory experience; or any equivalent of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Licenses, Certifications, and Other Requirements:

  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Must reside in Dubuque County within three months of hire.
  • Criminal History/DHS Registry check required.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States. Dubuque County does not sponsor work visas or provide immigration sponsorship.

Supplemental Information

In order to perform the functions and responsibilities of the position (listed above) the following knowledge, skills, and abilities are essential.

  • Complex institutional heating, cooling, plumbing, electrical systems, surveillance, elevator and fire alarm systems preventative maintenance and methods to repair these systems.
  • General carpentry skills, janitorial, housekeeping and grounds keeping procedures.
  • Blueprint Reading; specifications and standards.
  • Safety regulations and standards relating to facilities maintenance.
  • Principles and practices of public management, administration, and labor relations.
  • Be on call 24 hours a day to handle or consult on major maintenance problems.
  • Represent Dubuque County and perform duties in a professional, responsible, and trustworthy manner.
  • Establish, interpret, apply, and articulate departmental policies and procedures and collective bargaining agreements.
  • Be detail-oriented when working with documents and information.
  • Write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals.
  • Organize and prioritize multiple responsibilities and competing priorities.
  • Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, to individuals and groups, in formal and non-formal situations.
  • Analyze and solve organizational and operational problems with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; develop timely and economical solutions accordingly.
  • Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram and schedule form.
  • Organize and present information and ideas clearly and concisely, in oral and written form.
  • Handle moderate to high levels of stress and meet deadlines appropriate to the position.
  • Have clarity of speech, hearing and writing which permits effective communication.

In evaluating candidates for this position, Dubuque County may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position.

Physical Requirements

  • Have sufficient vision which permits moderate to heavy production and review of a wide variety of materials both in electronic and hardcopy forms.
  • Have sufficient manual dexterity to make handwritten notations and which permits effective use of a keyboard and mouse.
  • Lift, carry, push, and pull up to 100 pounds.
  • Stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, squat, bend, twist, reach and crawl.

Work Environment

  • Work is both indoors and outdoors. Work outdoors in different terrain and various weather conditions.
  • Work flexible schedules and additional time as needed.
  • Occasional risk of hazardous fumes/odors/toxic chemicals or bodily fluids/communicable diseases.

Park Ranger

Description

The Park Ranger performs law enforcement and maintenance within all of Dubuque County parks and wildlife areas. Ensures the safety of park visitors and preserves and protects the natural resources of Dubuque County.  This position requires the employee to reside on-site at Finley’s Landing Park.

Job Duties

The following duties are primarily performed and are essential for this position. Employees are expected to be able to perform each of these job duties satisfactorily and successfully to be qualified for the position. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Ground Maintenance:
Mows, landscapes, tree care, repairs park fixtures, playground inspection/maintenance, electrical repairs, plumbing repairs.

Law Enforcement:
Enforces all local, state, and federal laws. Collects user fees in campgrounds, Heritage trail. River rescues, body recoveries. Resolves disturbances, takes various reports, assists other agencies with calls for service. Illegal dumping officers.

Equipment Operator:
Operates tractors, skid loaders, mowers, excavators, Utv’s, snowmobiles, boats, dump trucks, end loaders.

Prairie Management:
Manages prescribed fire, spraying, mowing, removal of woody vegetation, planting.

Vehicle Maintenance:
Repairs broken parts, oil changes, tire rotation, routine maintenance.

Structural Maintenance:
Oversees plumbing, electrical, carpentry repairs. Builds new structures such as pavilions, covered picnic tables, and boat docks.

Timber Management:
Plants, prunes, sprays, invasive removal, crop tree release.

Snow plowing:
Plows snow off parking lots, applies salt when needed.

Wildlife Calls for Service:
Manages rescue nuisances, injured/sick animals.

Equipment Maintenance:
Repairs broken parts, oil changes, sharpens mower blades, routine maintenance.

Environmental Education:
Teaches Hunter safety classes, public relations answering questions, assists with environmental programs.

Volunteer Coordination:
Plans and coordinates events for volunteers, works with community service projects.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and/or Experience Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in natural science or environmental education related fields, or two year associate degree and two years’ work experience.

Licenses, Certifications, and Other Requirements

  • Must be authorized to work in the United States. Dubuque County does not sponsor work visas or provide immigration sponsorship.
  • Iowa Law Enforcement Academy
  • Pesticide applicators license
  • Commercial driver’s license
  • S130-s190 wildfire training
  • Hunter Education Instructor
  • Firearms Instructor
  • Open sight rifle instructor
  • Mine safety health administration training
  • CPR/AED first aid
  • National Crime Information Center training
  • Hazmat
  • Implicit bias
  • De-escalation
  • Racial profiling
  • Handgun recertification
  • Rifle recertification
  • Shotgun recertification
  • Defensive tactics
  • Body cam training
  • Rapid deployment
  • Advanced roadside impairment driving enforcement
  • Physical fitness requirements
  • Chronic waste disease ambassador
  • Wildland power saws training
  • Global SDS and hazardous materials
  • Duty to intercede
  • Sexual harassment in workplace
  • Responding to people with mental illness
  • Wide area search
  • Human trafficking
  • Blood borne pathogens

Supplemental Information

In order to perform the functions and responsibilities of the position (listed above) the following knowledge, skills, and abilities are essential.

  • Knowledge of current conservation and environmental issues.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with others.
  • Ability to work without direct supervision.
  • Ability to withstand manual labor and work outside in any weather conditions.
  • Willingness to work weekends, holidays, irregular hours and varied shifts as the need arises.
  • Some supervisory experience desirable.

In evaluating candidates for this position, Dubuque County may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position.

Physical Requirements

  • Frequent movements such as but not limited to balancing, twisting, climbing, kneeling, walking, pulling, pushing, lifting, etc.
  • Frequently lifting to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

  • Primarily work is outdoors; workers may be exposed to adverse and extreme environmental conditions.
  • Frequently work alongside moving traffic or roads.
  • Frequent use of machines or equipment with loud noises.
  • Frequently work with fumes/odors/toxic chemicals.
  • Frequently work with bodily fluids/communicable disease.
  • Occasional travel.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Description

Performs intermediate human support service and paraprofessional work to the residents of Sunnycrest Manor.

Work is performed under the general supervision of a charge nurse or professional staff.

Job Duties

  • Performs personal care of patients and provides routine services including making beds, giving baths and rubs, lifting and moving residents, and caring for personal effects.
  • Teaches or reinforces adult learning skills including bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming, and personal hygiene.
  • Assists patients with daily activities including dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting and personal hygiene.
  • Performs rehabilitative therapy and activities of daily living.
  • Takes and records vital signs.
  • Assists patients with movement to dining, exercise, and recreation areas.
  • Makes rounds on regular basis; checks patients, changes bed linens, washes patients, empties bed pans, cleans urinals, commodes and other facilities and equipment.
  • Notifies nurses of the need for attention, medication or treatment.
  • Applies devices such as simple dressings, supports, braces, appliances and restraints.
  • Measures and records food and fluid intake.
  • Teaches behavioral skills and protects patients from harm and self-abuse.
  • Monitors and records behaviors related to medical and physical restraints.
  • Follows required protocols for safety and infection control.
  • Performs related tasks as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Possess Certified Nursing Assistant certification.

Must pass the prescribed pre-employment physical, abuse registry review, and criminal background check.

Other Requirements: Must be authorized to work in the United States. Dubuque County does not sponsor work visas or provide immigration sponsorship.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
General knowledge of:
Common physical illness and their symptoms.

Basic knowledge of:
Human anatomy as related to treatments and therapies.

Ability to:
Follow oral and written directions of a technical nature.
Deal with patients empathetically and respectfully.
Prepare, maintain, and understanding nursing records and reports.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with residents, families, other employees, officials and the general public.

Physical, Mental, and Environmental Requirements:
Vision abilities required by this job including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Effective verbal speaking and hearing abilities are needed to handle communications with staff, residents, and others.
Requires pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally with assistance.
Requires standing most of the time to perform work responsibilities with regular walking between locations.
Requires ability to walk steps, reaching, squatting, stooping, bending, and sitting, pushing, pulling, twisting, gripping and apply physical intervention holds.
Some exposure to slippery surfaces when floors are wet.
Exposure to chemicals from cleaning compounds and exposure to bodily fluids require the use of personal protective equipment to safe guard against potential biological and chemical hazards.
Work is primarily indoors.

Maintenance Person III

Description

Performs difficult skilled mechanical work in the repair and maintenance of a variety of automotive and construction equipment; does related work as required.

Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Shop Supervisor.

Job Duties

  • Services equipment; Diagnoses mechanical problems, determines required repair of replacement of parts; Plans work procedures using charts and technical manuals;
  • Installs rings and bearings and effects proper adjustment;
  • Overhauls and repairs carburetors and clutches;
  • Performs repairs and replacements on diesel driven equipment;
  • Repairs and overhauls engines, brakes, ignition and fuel systems, transmissions, differentials, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, front and rear axle assemblies;
  • Tunes motors using standard testing equipment;
  • Takes down, repairs and reassembles air compressors, pumps and related equipment;
  • Lays out and fabricates parts; Repairs damaged parts;
  • Operates air arc, plasma cutter, mig and arc welders;
  • Does electrical and hydraulic work on equipment, troubleshoots hydraulic and electrical problems, repairs or replaces defective parts, repairing and adjusting lights, and repairing generators and starters;
  • Performs custodial duties in shop area;
  • Operates service truck, performs field repairs as required;
  • Operates construction equipment when assigned;
  • Operates snow removal equipment, spreads salt and sand;
  • Performs other road, bridge and drainage work as assigned;
  • Operates lowboy; Performs routine welding repair and maintenance;
  • Assist in towing and recovery;
  • Performs related tasks as required;
  • Attends schools of instruction and meetings as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and considerable experience in repairing automotive and power-driven equipment.  Must be authorized to work in the United States. Dubuque County does not sponsor work visas or provide immigration sponsorship.

Special Requirements:

Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License and maintain throughout duration of employment.

Must pass the prescribed pre-employment physical, DOT drug test and criminal background check.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of the methods, tools and equipment used in the repair of passenger cars, trucks, construction and maintenance equipment including auto and truck diagnostic scanners; thorough knowledge and skill in the use and operation of shop tools and machinery; ability to diagnose defects in the drive trains, chassis and other components of automotive equipment; ability to adapt available tools and repair parts to specific repair problems; ability to interpret work from sketches, diagrams and installation and repair charts; ability to understand and follow instructions in both oral and written form.

Physical, Mental, and Environmental Requirements:

Ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds; ability to climb steps, ability to squat, stoop; ability to be on feet for a minimum of one hour; ability to sit in same position for extended period of time; ability to reach above head; ability to withstand extremes of temperature, all with reasonable accommodation