Hiring Process

General Applicant Information
Applications are only accepted for positions which are currently posted. Incomplete applications and/or resumes lacking sufficient evidence of qualifications and other necessary information may also not be accepted. For a list of currently posted positions, please click on Employment / Job Postings.

Applications/resumes must be received no later than 11:59 p.m. CST by the deadline listed on the job posting. For further information on how to submit your application or resume, click on Employment / Job Postings. A new application must be submitted each time you want to apply for a posted position, even if it is a position for which you have previously applied.

Be sure to read our employment application very carefully and answer all questions, even if you are submitting a resume with your application.  Applications must be completed in its entirety to be considered for employment.

Selection

After the closing date for the posting, a Human Resources Specialist will screen all applications for minimum qualifications and then review qualified applicants with the department hiring manager. All applications are thoroughly reviewed and considered based on overall experience and qualifications. Not all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be selected for consideration. Candidates whose qualifications appear to best meet the department’s needs for the position will be contacted for testing. All candidates must pass any required testing to move forward in the selection process. Interviews will take place between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday – Friday. This process may take from 2-4 weeks.

Accommodations

The City of Rockford will provide reasonable accommodations upon request to individuals with disabilities during the selection process.

References

Thorough reference checks are completed on all final applicants prior to receiving an offer of employment. Additional background checks and drug screenings on final candidates are required for all positions prior to confirming an offer of employment.

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