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United States Drug Testing Laboratories
Des Plaines, IL

Specimen Technician
Responsibilities: USDTL has several openings at its Des Plaines facility. Duties include receiving forensic specimens for drugs of abuse testing and accessioning them into the laboratory computer system. Duties also include specimen preparation and routine laboratory duties. $10.00 per hour
Application Process: Contact:
Contact: Willie Tunstall
Address: 1700 South Mount Prospect Road, Des Plaines, IL 60018
E-mail: willie.tunstall@usdtl.com
Posted: 11/16-11/20

Grace Analytical Lab, Inc. (GAL)
Berkeley, IL

Technician
Responsibilities: Entry level technician assisting with various sample preparations and extractions. Additional responsibilities include glassware cleaning and sample disposal. Basic laboratory skills such as balance use would be helpful.
Application Process: Contact:
Contact: Grace Kim
Address: 5300-A McDermott Dr., Berkeley, IL 60163
Phone: 708-449-9449
Application Instructions: Send resume to gkim330@gmail.com
Posted: 11/16-11/20

Kane County
Geneva, IL

Desktop Support Technician
Responsibilities: USDTL has several part time slots available at its Des Plaines facility. The position would be responsible for specimen preparation for the analysis of drugs of abuse in a variety of biological matrices. It is a great part-time job for science students looking for real commercial laboratory experience. The candidate must have completed at least 24 hours of college level Biology, Chemistry, and/or Physics.
Application Process: Email resumes and interest to chetan.soni@usdtl.com
Posted: 10/19-10/23

Dober
Woodridge, IL

Entry Level Chemist
Responsibilities: Currently seeking a self-motivated, team oriented individual. Excellent benefits include 401K; paid vacation, holidays and sick days; flexible health and life insurance; positive corporate culture and competitive salary. Preparing and checking reagents. Field test kits- assembling and inventory, analysis of sample specimens and perform QC tests and audits.
Application Process: Qualified candidates please send resume to lab@dober-group.com
Posted: 10/5-10/9

Metropolitan water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago
Chicago, IL

Electrical Operator I
Responsibilities: Attends to, operates and cleans electrical control equipment at a sewage treatment plant or pumping station.
Qualifications: Requirements must be met by November 22, 2009:
1. Graduation from high school or GED. One year of experience in electrical operations, electrical power distribution or commercial/ industrial electrical maintenance. Substitution: College or post high school technical training in electrical or electronic technology, electrical maintenance or a closely related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year for year basis.
2. Domiciled within the boundaries of the District within 6 months of successful completion of probation.
Salary: $38.56 per hour
Application Process: APPLICATION AND EXAMINATION PROCESS:
1. Applications may be obtained from the Employment Service Office of the District by phoning (312) 751-5100 or by visiting the District’s web site at www.mwrd.org. The filing period for this examination will be from Friday, September 25, 2009 through Friday, October 23, 2009. Completed applications must be filed by one of the following methods:
a. Delivered to the Employment Service Office, weekdays from 8:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. from September 18, 2009 through October 23, 2009.
Sent by mail to the Employment Service Office, Metropolitan Water Reclamation District, First Floor, 100 East Erie Street, Chicago, IL 60611. Applications sent by mail must bear a postmark no earlier than September 25, 2009 and no later than October 23, 2009.
It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application form is completed and submitted in a timely manner by one of the methods described above. Descriptions and dates of education and experience should be very clear so that it is understood exactly how the applicant meets the minimum requirements.
2. All applicants will be advised in writing if they have been admitted to the examination process. The written test will be administered on Saturday, November 21, 2009 at J. Sterling Morton West High School 2400 S Home, Berwyn, IL. Candidates should report at 9:00 a.m. with the approved admission letter and a driver's license or other form of photo identification. Candidates may bring a cordless, quiet calculator for use during the test. No books, study guides, cell phones, PDAs, laptops or other aids will be allowed.
The Examination:
Will consist of a written test weighted 100%. The minimum passing score on the written test will be 70% unless determined otherwise by the Director of HR. Candidates must achieve a passing score to have their names laced on the eligible list. The written test will assess candidates' knowledge, skill and ability in areas such as the function of electrical circuit components; schematics, one line diagrams, and blueprints; troubleshooting complex electrical equipment; operating characteristics of motors, pumps and exciters; reading meters and gauge's; safety; interpreting charts and graphs; and reading comprehension of technical electrical material.
Posted: 9/28-10/2

Metropolitan water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago
Chicago, IL

Electrical Operator II
Responsibilities: Has charge of, attends to, operates and cleans electrical control equipment at a sewage treatment plant or pumping station. May supervise lower level Electrical Operators.
Qualifications: Requirements must be met by November 22, 2009:
1. Graduation from high school or GED. Three years of experience in electrical operations, electrical power distribution or commercial/ industrial electrical maintenance. Substitution: College or post high school technical training in electrical or electronic technology, electrical maintenance or a closely related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year for year basis.
2. Domiciled within the boundaries of the District within 6 months of successful completion of probation.
Salary: $40.47 per hour
Application Process: APPLICATION AND EXAMINATION PROCESS:
1. Applications may be obtained from the Employment Service Office of the District by phoning (312) 751-5100 or by visiting the District’s web site at www.mwrd.org. The filing period for this examination will be from Friday, September 25, 2009 through Friday, October 23, 2009. Completed applications must be filed by one of the following methods:
a. Delivered to the Employment Service Office, weekdays from 8:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. from September 18, 2009 through October 23, 2009.
Sent by mail to the Employment Service Office, Metropolitan Water Reclamation District, First Floor, 100 East Erie Street, Chicago, IL 60611. Applications sent by mail must bear a postmark no earlier than September 25, 2009 and no later than October 23, 2009.
It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application form is completed and submitted in a timely manner by one of the methods described above. Descriptions and dates of education and experience should be very clear so that it is understood exactly how the applicant meets the minimum requirements.
2. All applicants will be advised in writing if they have been admitted to the examination process. The written test will be administered on Saturday, November 21, 2009 at J. Sterling Morton West High School 2400 S Home, Berwyn, IL. Candidates should report at 9:00 a.m. with the approved admission letter and a driver's license or other form of photo identification. Candidates may bring a cordless, quiet calculator for use during the test. No books, study guides, cell phones, PDAs, laptops or other aids will be allowed.
The Examination:
Will consist of a written test weighted 100%. The minimum passing score on the written test will be 70% unless determined otherwise by the Director of HR. Candidates must achieve a passing score to have their names laced on the eligible list. The written test will assess candidates' knowledge, skill and ability in areas such as the function of electrical circuit components; schematics, one line diagrams, and blueprints; troubleshooting complex electrical equipment; operating characteristics of motors, pumps and exciters; reading meters and gauge's; safety; interpreting charts and graphs; and reading comprehension of technical electrical material.
Posted: 9/28-10/2

Chicago Zoological Society
Brookfield, IL

Play Program Facilitator - Conservation, Education, and Training
Responsibilities: This position contributes to the success of the Chicago Zoological Society by providing innovative nature play programs for children and families. Under the guidance of Play Program Supervisors, responsible for development of and facilitation of play programs, settings, and experiences in the Hamill Family Play Zoo, as well as in other Chicago Zoological Society events and programs. Under the guidance of Play Program Supervisors: Facilitates play with children, aged birth-10, including holding live animals, in both indoor and outdoor settings, as assigned. Responsible for the daily care of equipment, property, play program materials, and play settings, including but not limited to: daily set-up, clean-up, inventory, and proper use of all equipment and property. Creates, develops, and implements play programs and developmentally appropriate learning experiences for children, aged birth-10, and their families at Hamill Family Play Zoo. Creates, develops, and implements developmentally appropriate learning experiences and programs, with an emphasis on nature play for children aged birth-10 and their families for the Education Department Subscription Programs, Chicago Zoological Society Special Events, and other programs as requested by the Senior Manager of Learning Experiences. Incorporates knowledge of Chicago Zoological Society, its mission and zoo-wide operations into daily job responsibilities. Becomes familiar with and follows Society policies and procedures. Provides guidance to adult and youth volunteers as directed. Attends meetings and training sessions as assigned. Other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in Liberal Arts, Science, Fine Arts, Drama, Early Childhood Education, Environmental Education, or related field is preferred. Basic computer literacy required. Computer proficiency with Windows, Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel preferred. Minimum two years experience in any of the following areas are required: facilitation of play, art, drama, music, or other creative activities; working with and/or supervising adult and youth volunteers; and/or early childhood education or other educational and/or recreational experience with children aged birth-10. Must be able to work with and handle live animals including small mammals, herps, birds, and invertebrates. Experience in a zoo, aquarium, museum, nature center, art studio environment, or early childhood classroom required. A genuine interest in nature, animals, and children. Must be able to accommodate a flexible schedule with rotating days, including regular weekends, holidays and evening work as needed. Must be able to work in outdoor and indoor work settings in a variety of weather conditions. Willingness to learn play facilitation skills. Excellent customer service skills and/or demonstrated ability to work with the public effectively in both high and low visitor attendance conditions. Strong ability to communicate effectively with children of diverse background aged birth-10 and their caregivers. Must be able to read, write and speak the English language proficiently. Creative skills/abilities such as musician, actor, dancer, artist, gardener, farmer, naturalist, craftsman, costumer designer/seamstress or other skills relevant to the exhibit experience are a plus. Must represent the Society in a courteous, professional manner at all times. Valid driver’s license required. Illinois residents must possess a valid Illinois license within 90 days of hire. Valid out-of-state license required for out-of-state residents. Spanish fluency a plus, but not required.
Application Process: Please visit www.czs.org for more information or for an application form.
Posted: 10/19-10/23

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