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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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PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTANT
Position: 000127701
Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
Location: FINANCE DEPT
Group: EXEMPT NON
Job Class: PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTANT
Posting End: 07/10/2026
Details: BENEFITS
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Reports to: Accounting Manager or Administrative Supervisor Class Code: 1277Grade: 110 FLSA: Exempt Hourly Wage: $43.86 ~ $52.62NATURE OF WORKServes the public with supervisory and advanced specialized professional accounting work.DISTINGUISHING FEATURESWork involves performing professional accounting work and planning and supervising the work of accounting and accounting support staff in the maintenance of financial accounting and reporting systems. Work is performed with independence, according to generally accepted accounting ....
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ASSET SEIZURE ANALYST
Position: 000200401
Location: RPD CENTRAL
Group: NON-EXEMPT
Job Class: ASSET SEIZURE ANALYST
Posting End: 07/03/2026
Reports to: Deputy Chief, and Investigative Services Bureau Class Code: 2004 Grade: 105 FLSA: Non-ExemptHourly Wage: $30.55 ~ $36.66NATURE OF WORKServing the public with professional and technical work in the Asset Seizure/Forfeiture Program by coordinating the proper disposition of assets and properties seized/forfeited, which are the proceeds of illegal activity or used to facilitate crime from individuals within the City of Rockford and in collecting, analyzing, and disseminating crime and law enforcement data for the City of Rockford Police Depar....
SR ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Position: 000300301
Location: PW ENGINEERING INSPECTION
Job Class: SR ENGINEERING TECH
Posting End: 06/26/2026
Reports to: City Engineer, Project, Manager, CIP Manager, Traffic Engineer, or Operations Manager Class Code: 3003Grade: 105 FLSA: Non-ExemptHourly Rate: $30.55 ~ $36.66NATURE OF WORK Serves the public with responsible technical work in the survey, design, and inspection of civil engineering construction projects, including traffic engineering projects and serves the public with technical customer service, as well as technical and non-technical permit processing.DISTINGUISHING FEATURES An employee in this class is responsible for ....
SR ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN CIP
Position: 000300303
Posting End: 07/02/2026
Reports to: City Engineer, Project Manager, CIP Manager, Traffic Engineer, or Operations Manager Grade: 105 FLSA: Non-Exempt Class Code: 3003Hourly Wage: $30.55 ~ $36.66NATURE OF WORK Serves the public with responsible technical work in the survey, design, and inspection of civil engineering construction projects, including traffic engineering projects and serves the public with technical customer service, as well as technical and non-technical permit processing.DISTINGUISHING F....
INSTRUMENTATION AND SYSTEMS CONTROLS MANAGER
Position: 000377301
Location: PW WATER PRODUCTION
Job Class: INSTR & SYSTEM CNTRL MNGR
Reports to: Water Superintendent Class Code: 3773 Pay grade: 111 FLSA: ExemptHourly Wage: $47.15 ~ $56.59NATURE OF WORKServes the public with responsible professional and supervisory work in the design, configuration, maintenance, and upgrade of the municipal water treatment control systems infrastructure and Information Technology (IT) infrastructure. DISTINGUISHING FEATURESAn employee of this class is responsible for the management and coordination of the specification, design, and oversight of water instrumentation and contr....
DEPUTY DIRECTOR COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT / BUILDING CODE OFFICIAL
Position: 000183002
Location: CD ADMINSTRATION
Job Class: DEPUTY DIRECTOR, COMMUNITY & E
Details: Benefits
VALID IL DRIVERS LICENSE ICC CBO CERT WITHIN 2 YRS OF HIRE
Reports to: Director Community and Economic Development Class code :1514Grade 214 FLSA: ExemptHourly Rate: $61.09 ~ $70.25NATURE OF WORKServes as Deputy Director and Building Code Official, overseeing development review and enforcement of construction codes. Lead the Construction and Development Services Division, directing operations across Planning, Building, Annexation, Historic Preservation, and Code Enforcement to support City priorities. Makes final administrative decisions on code interpretation, development review, and enforcement in accordanc....
HEAD START TEACHER
Position: 000430101
Location: HUMAN SERVICES HEADSTART
Group: AFSCME C H
Job Class: HEAD START TEACHER 37WK
Posting End: 06/30/2026
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: 10/31/2026
Meet Head Start and DCFS Licensing and provide education to interview
Reports to: Site Manager Class Code: 4317Pay grade: 6 FLSA: Exempt AFHE 3 Positions 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 a....
FAMILY SUPPORT SPECIALIST
Position: 000443101
Job Class: FAMILY SPT SPEC AFHN 49 WK
Posting End: 08/31/2026
Meet Head Start and DCFS Licensing Attach education to interview
Reports to: Family Services Team Leader Class Code: 4431Pay grade: 6 AFHN FLSA: Non-exemptHourly Wage: $23.05NATURE OF WORKServes the public and families of Head Start/Early Head start children in a variety of operations of various outreach and services within the Head Start division which targets low income, underserved population with children under the age of 5. Works with families for enrollment, conducting and assisting with ongoing consultations to inform clients of available services and resources within the community. Is able t....