EMPLOYMENT RESOURCES

My office is dedicated to helping individuals find resources in the Rockford and Belvidere area.

Here you will find updated employment resources available in Illinois.

  • RPS 205 is hosting a district wide hiring event on Wednesday, July 24. This will be located at the East High School Field House from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Click here for more info

    They are hiring for all positions across the district including: Teachers, Substitutes, Nurses, School Support, District Office, Transportation, Maintenance, and more.

  • Rockford Public Library is a customer-driven organization whose employees are committed to providing superior customer service to all library users. There are several employment opportunities available now.

    To learn more visit: https://www.rockfordpubliclibrary.org/about-rpl/careers/

  • Rockford Amazon Air is now hiring full & reduced time associates. Up to $16.50/hour

    INFO FLYER

    To learn more, visit: amazon.force.com or text ROCKFORD to 77088

    Benefits include: Health care benefits, Tuition assistance program, 401(k) with company match, Employee discount, Weekly Pay

    Requirements: Must be at least 18 years old, High school diploma or equivalent.

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    • Agricultural Employment Opportunities, Migrant Seasonal Farm Workers, and Foreign Labor: Find seasonal farm workers eligible to work in the United States. This program is for individuals interested in seasonal agricultural employment​​.

    • Apprenticeships: Most apprentices work in trades related to construction. This program is open for everyone.

    • Hire the Future: Designed to facilitate the transition of young adults, between 16 and 24 years of age, into adulthood and into the workplace. This program is for individuals and youth ages 16-24.

    • People with Disabilities: DHS and DRS work in partnership with people with disabilities and their families to assist in making informed choices through employment, education, and independent living opportunities.

    • Re-Entry Employment Services: Provides tax savings to employers who hire ex-offenders.

    • Veteran Services: Makes it easy for employers to reach and employ all the members of the military community. This program is for individuals who have served on active duty in any branch of the U.S. Military to include Guard and Reserve components.​

    • Work Opportunity Tax Credit: WOTC is a federal program that provides tax savings to employers who hire people from certain target groups, including public assistance recipients, veterans, youth and ex-felons.

  • Information about laws and regulations, including wages, benefits, safety and health, that affect businesses and workers within the State of Illinois.​

    Read more at: https://ides.illinois.gov/resources/labor-laws.html

  • State of Illinois Central Management Services (CMS) offers career support services to our veterans, including personalized career counseling for Illinois Employment Opportunities.

    Learn more: State Employment Tips for Veterans PDF