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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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MEDICAL RESPONSE ADVOCATE
Position: 000161301
Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
Location: MAYORS OFFICE STAFF
Group: NON-EXEMPT
Job Class: MEDICAL RESPONSE ADVOCATE
Posting End: 12/31/2025
Details: BENEFITS
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2 Positions Mon-Fri w/occ Sat 2 Shifts 3pm - 12am or 6p - 3am
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 ....
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CUSTOMER SERVICE REP
Position: 000120101
Location: FINANCE DEPT
Group: AFSCME 105
Job Class: CUSTOMER SERVICE REP AFS1
Posting End: 12/31/9999
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HEAD START TEACHER
Position: 000430101
Location: HUMAN SERVICES HEADSTART
Group: AFSCME C H
Job Class: HEAD START TEACHER 37WK
Posting End: 01/31/2026
Meet DCFS Licensing/HSPS, education req'd before interview- 3 Positions
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
Posting End: 02/13/2026
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....
PACE TEACHERR
Position: 000431101
Job Class: PACE TEACHER
Reports to: PACE Coordinator Class Code: 4311Pay grade: 7030 AFHN FLSA: Non-exemptHourly Wage $ 19.62NATURE OF WORKServing the public by participating in teaching children in the Early Head Start Program and includes assisting in providing a supporting and nurturing environment for the development of infants and toddlers in a center setting.DISTINGUISHING FEATURESProvides a comprehensive, developmentally appropriate Infant/toddler program to ensure that our youngest children have a solid foundation for life. Provides a safe and nur....
EARLY CHILDHOOD COACH -MENTOR
Position: 000431901
Job Class: EARLY CHILDHOOD COACH / MENTOR
Posting End: 01/16/2026
Reports to: Partner Services Team Leader Class Code: 4319Pay Grade: 555 FLSA: Non-ExemptHourly Wage: $22.67NATURE OF WORKServes the public with coaching and mentoring by providing the direction needed to successfully teach and implement the assigned curriculum and practices, which promote high quality learning and school readiness within established guidelines and standards. DISTINGUISHING FEATURESResponsible for ensuring the successful implementation of the research- based coaching program plan and operational procedures as defi....