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Welcome to the City of Rockford Job Application portal. You have entered a secure website. Please note the following before starting the application: If this is your first time using our on-line job application, you will need to create an account before you are able to apply for an open position. You must complete the application in one sitting, you will NOT be able to save the application and return to complete the application.TAB through the application. DO NOT use "Refresh" or "Back" buttons from your browser while completing the application. A valid email address is required. If you do not have an e-mail address, you may set one up at a free site (Yahoo, Google, etc.)Completion of an application is part of the hiring process for all jobs. Notice that in some sections, you will see "add another". This allows you to add additional information. Resumes and other documents can be uploaded into the system at the end of the application. Once you have completed your application, you will have the chance to review the information. At the bottom of the review page is the "Submit" option, clicking submit will complete your application process.The system will check for errors before submitting your application; errors will be noted by a red asterisk (*); to avoid common errors; certain fields require specific formats. Please use the following when entering information:Phone numbers: 999-999-9999Date: mm-dd-yyyy Applicants may re-enter the Applicant Tracking System with a Username and password that each applicant will create upon submitting a primary application for a position.Due to the volume of applications we receive, applicants are only contacted if they are selected for testing or interviews.Testing and interviewing will be scheduled between the hours of 8am and 5pm Monday through Friday. Candidates not able to test or interview during scheduled times will forfeit consideration for the position, and candidates must pass any required testing to move forward in the selection process.If you are offered employment by the City you will need to provide the following documents:I-9 eligibility formsTranscripts, high school diploma or GEDDocumented proof of any necessary requirements e.g. licenses, certificates, etc. Certain positions will require a driver's license with a good driving record. All newly hired employees (Except Police and Fire) shall live anywhere within Winnebago County or anywhere within fifteen (15) miles of Rockford City Hall within six (6) months of the completion of their introductory period, department heads and City Administrator shall live within the municipal boundaries of the City of Rockford within six (6) months of their introductory period.
Applicants may re-enter the Applicant Tracking System with a Username and password that each applicant will create upon submitting a primary application for a position.Due to the volume of applications we receive, applicants are only contacted if they are selected for testing or interviews.Testing and interviewing will be scheduled between the hours of 8am and 5pm Monday through Friday. Candidates not able to test or interview during scheduled times will forfeit consideration for the position, and candidates must pass any required testing to move forward in the selection process.If you are offered employment by the City you will need to provide the following documents:I-9 eligibility formsTranscripts, high school diploma or GEDDocumented proof of any necessary requirements e.g. licenses, certificates, etc. Certain positions will require a driver's license with a good driving record. All newly hired employees (Except Police and Fire) shall live anywhere within Winnebago County or anywhere within fifteen (15) miles of Rockford City Hall within six (6) months of the completion of their introductory period, department heads and City Administrator shall live within the municipal boundaries of the City of Rockford within six (6) months of their introductory period.
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DCEO MULTIVICTIMIZATION FRONT LINE CRISIS NAVIGATOR
Position: 000337901
Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
Location: MAYORS OFFICE STAFF
Group: NON-EXEMPT
Job Class: DCEO MULTI V F LINE CRISIS NA
Posting End: 11/30/2025
Details: BENEFITS
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Reports to: Manager Mayor’s Office of Domestic Violence & Human Trafficking Manager Class Code: 3379 Grade: 602 FLSA: Non-ExemptHourly Wage: $20.29NATURE OF WORK This position serves as a Front-Line Crisis Navigator at the Family Peace Center (FPC). A Front-Line Crisis Navigator will be responsible for immediate intake and assessment of persons upon entry to the FPC, which will allow staff to anticipate and respond to immediate client needs prior to assignment to a Case Manager. GRANT FUNDI....
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MEDICAL RESPONSE ADVOCATE
Position: 000161301
Job Class: MEDICAL RESPONSE ADVOCATE
Posting End: 10/31/2025
MUST POST SALARY AT $47,548.80
Reports to: Deputy Director Mayor’s Office of Domestic and Community Violence Prevention Class Code: 1613Grade: 603 FLSA: Non-ExemptHourly Wage: $ 22.86NATURE OF WORK The Medical Response Advocate position is a full-time position that is responsible for implementing the agency’s hospital-based Medical Response Advocacy Project, working on behalf of survivors of intimate partner violence in collaboration with interdisciplinary staff at UW SwedishAmerican Hospital. This role involves providing ....
FAMILY PEACE CENTER CHILDREN'S ADVOCATE
Position: 000338301
Job Class: FAMILY PEACE CENTER CHLDRN AVD
Posting End: 10/28/2025
Reports to: R3 Project Manager Class Code: 3383 Grade: 604 FLSA: ExemptHourly Wage: $23.44NATURE OF WORK The Children’s Advocate (CA) will be responsible for caring and advocating for survivor's children in the Center in the dedicated Children's Space while their parent accesses Front Line Crisis Navigation, Case Management, or partner agency services at the Family Peace Center. GRANT FUNDING ADVISEMENT This position is 100% grant funded, and the current grant period expires in June of 2026 with potential for renewal. Acceptan....
ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY 1
Position: 000144001
Location: LEGAL DEPARTMENT
Group: EXEMPT NON
Job Class: ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY I
Reports to: Assistant City Attorney II, City Attorney, or Legal Director Class Code: 1440Grade: 108 FLSA: Exempt Hourly Wage: $37.21 ~ $44.65NATURE OF WORK The public is served by this position as professional legal work in performing legal services for local government.DISTINGUISHING FEATURESPrimary work involves providing legal counsel to city departments, council, and administration. Responsibilities include assisting the police department in analyzing and responding to FOIA requests and....
MICROSOFT EXCHANGE / VOIP ADMINISTRATOR
Position: 000139101
Location: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INTEGRA
Job Class: MICROSOFT EXCHANGE/VOIP ADMIN
Reports to: IT Infrastructure Manager Class Code: 1391Pay grade: 109 FLSA: ExemptHourly Wage: $39.99 ~ $47.99NATURE OF WORKThe Exchange / VoIP Administrator is responsible for managing, configuring, and maintaining the organization’s Exchange email systems and Voice over IP (VoIP) telecommunications infrastructure. This position ensures that communication systems are available, reliable, and secure, providing essential services to support business operations. The role includes overseeing daily administration, troubleshooting, and support of email and t....
HOUSING ADVOCATE-MENTAL HEALTH
Position: 000443301
Location: HUMAN SERVICES CAP 1
Job Class: HOUSING ADVOCATE-MNTL HLTH SRV
Posting End: 10/17/2025
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Reports to: Homeless Program Coord Class Code: 4433 Pay grade: 505 FLSA: Non-exemptHourly Wage: $24.56 NATURE OF WORKPerforms technical work of some difficulty in the operation of the Community Services Division housing advocacy programs within the Human Services Department, which targets the low-income, disadvantaged population or others in need of housing related services. Work involves a variety of tasks which may include case management, forms processing, assessment, referral, counseling, outreach, inspection, investigation, community relations, pu....
Location: HUMAN SERVICES ADMINISTRATION
HEAD START SITE COORDINATOR
Location: HUMAN SERVICES HEADSTART
Job Class: HEAD START SITE COORDINATOR
Posting End: 10/30/2025
Meet Head Start and DCFS Licensing, attach education to interview
Reports to: Head Start Director Class Code: 4415Pay grade: 507 FLSA: ExemptHourly Wage $26.19NATURE OF WORKServes the public with monitoring and supervisory work in the operation of a Head Start collaboration site.DISTINGUISHING FEATURES Work involves responsibility for overseeing the operations of one of the three Head Start/District #205 collaboration sites or the childcare collaborations; oversees the activities of all staff assigned to that site and ensures implementation of programs and activities based on Head Start Perform....
HEAD START TEACHER
Position: 000430101
Group: AFSCME C H
Job Class: HEAD START TEACHER 37WK
Meet DCFS Licensing/HSPS, education required before interview
Reports to: Community Partner Coordinator Class Code: 4301FLSA: Non-exempt Pay grade: 3 AFHNWage Hourly: $19.62NATURE OF WORKServing the public by participating in teaching children in the Head Start Program and includes assisting in providing a supporting and nurturing environment for the development of preschool children in a collaboration setting.DISTINGUISHING FEATURESAssists the Collaboration Teacher in providing a comprehensive, developmentally appropriate early childhood program of instruction. Provides a safe and n....
EARLY HEAD START HOME VISITOR TEACHER
Position: 000431701
Job Class: HOMEVISIT TEACHER AFHE 49 WK
Meet Head Start and DCFS Licensing and provide education to interview
Reports to: Site Manager Class Code: 4317Pay grade: 6 FLSA: Exempt AFHE Hourly Wage: $23.05NATURE OF WORKServes the public with curriculum and lesson planning, teaching infants and toddlers and progress reporting as a Home Visitor Teacher for Early Head Start. Works with parents to support children’s learning in the home. Supports pregnant women and families’ health and social service needs making referrals as needed.DISTINGUISHING FEATURESWork involves providing a comprehensive, developmentally appropriate infant/tod....