Rockford University invites applications for the position of Head Men’s Soccer Coach, reporting to the Director of Athletics. The primary emphases of this position are to coach, recruit, and support the mission of Rockford University. Essential to the efforts of the Head Men’s Soccer Coach will be the pursuit of student development experiences that are aligned with the vision and mission of the University. Evening and weekend hours are required for this fulltime position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Functional/Coaching
1. Head Coach for Men’s Soccer program.
2. Using an outcomes-based model, monitor the academic progress of student athletes.
3. Manage and maintain the budget for the program.
4. Develop policies, programs and services that minimize college liability in Men’s Soccer.

Specific Responsibilities
1. Coach Men’s/Women’s Men’s Soccer (recruit student athletes, develop schedules, attend conference meetings, etc…).
2. Establish goals for the four competencies of the program review process:
Recruiting, Retention, Student-Athlete Experience & Competitiveness.
3. The coach is expected to consult and use information from professional associations such as National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).
4. The coach is responsible for special tasks assigned by the Director of Athletics.
5. Responsible for attending monthly athletic staff meetings.
6. Assist with and take an active role in departmental fund-raising.
7. Organize a minimum of one community service event with each sport programs.
8.  Follow all rules and regulations of the NCAA, NACC and Rockford University.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

• A Master’s Degree is preferred; however, a bachelor’s degree will be considered if the candidate has appropriate experience.
  • Experience working with student-athletes in a college setting.
  • Experience with NCAA regulations.

TO APPLY:

Review of resumes will begin immediately.  Please submit cover letter indicating salary requirements, resume and list of three professional references to HumanResources@rockford.edu.  This fulltime, exempt opportunity offers an annual salary of $45000-$48,000.

Our Benefits: Supporting You Every Step of the Way

We believe in taking care of our employees, which is why we offer a competitive benefits package that goes above and beyond. Here’s how we support your health, happiness, and future:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance to ensure you and your family stay healthy.
• Savings for Health & Dependent Care: Flexible savings options to manage healthcare and dependent care costs.
• Financial Protection: Life, AD&D, and disability insurance for peace of mind when life throws you a curveball.
• Retirement Security: 403(b) plan with employer contributions to help you build a secure future.
• Personal Support: Access to our Employee Assistance Program, offering resources for both personal and professional needs.
• Education Benefits: Tuition remission for full-time and part-time employees, their spouses, and dependents. We offer tuition remission both at Rockford University and other partnering colleges through a tuition exchange.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off to help you recharge and spend quality time with loved ones.

EOE

Rockford University is seeking applications for a Staff Accountant within the Business Office department. Directly reporting to the Controller, the Staff Accountant prepares & supports complex financial reporting including audited financial statements, Board of Trustee reports, and internal management reports. This position answers policy and procedure questions for campus customers regarding general accounting, reporting, chart of accounts and other accounting and control related issues.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepares, reviews and ensures the accuracy of all account reconciliations through monthly analysis and reconciliation of assigned balance sheet accounts.
• Prepares monthly journal entry postings and account activity analyses.
• Ensures electronic interfaces from “feeder” systems are performing with maximum efficiency.
• Responsible for processing and monitoring outstanding auxiliary accounts receivable.
• Prepares monthly and annual financial statements, schedules, reports requested by users, and reports for regulatory agencies.
• Maintains balances for restricted funds and communicates with various departments regarding their fund balances.
• Responsible for overseeing the University’s vehicles through Element Fleet.
• Acts as a backup for Accounts Payable.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and the ability to interpret and apply advanced and complex accounting rules.
• Thorough knowledge of financial transactions and financial systems, as well as related policy, accounting and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Advanced proficiency in business applications, such as Microsoft Office; advanced Excel skills.
• Experience in developing reports in report writing software, developing forecasting tools, management level reports, operation reports, and other complex institutional reports that encompass multiple elements from various sources.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex requirements/regulations to non-finance staff.
• Excellent customer service skills and proven ability to develop and sustain productive customer relationships
• Willingness to take initiative, prioritize and perform proactively the assigned duties of the position.
• Possess strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Works accurately with great attention to detail.
• Experience using automated general ledger/accounting systems.
• Ability to work extended hours during peak business cycles.

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or related degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of five years accounting experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• CPA professional certification preferred.
• Experience working within a higher education environment
• Public Accounting experience.

To apply:

Please submit resume, cover letter indicating salary requirements, and list of three professional references to HumanResources@rockford.edu . Review of resumes will begin immediately and continue until the position if filled. This fulltime, exempt opportunity offers an annual salary of $55,000-$60,000.

Our Benefits: Supporting You Every Step of the Way

We believe in taking care of our employees, which is why we offer a competitive benefits package that goes above and beyond. Here’s how we support your health, happiness, and future:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance to ensure you and your family stay healthy.
• Savings for Health & Dependent Care: Flexible savings options to manage healthcare and dependent care costs.
• Financial Protection: Life, AD&D, and disability insurance for peace of mind when life throws you a curveball.
• Retirement Security: 403(b) plan with employer contributions to help you build a secure future.
• Personal Support: Access to our Employee Assistance Program, offering resources for both personal and professional needs.
• Education Benefits: Tuition remission for full-time and part-time employees, their spouses, and dependents. We offer tuition remission both at Rockford University and other partnering colleges through a tuition exchange.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off to help you recharge and spend quality time with loved ones including 16 paid holidays and 3 weeks vacation.

At Rockford University, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment that values a well-rounded workforce and community. We welcome candidates who, through their professional experience, contribute to excellence in their work and enhance our institutional mission.

Rockford University, a member of the NCAA DIII and the Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference, is seeking to fill a Women’s Flag Football Graduate Assistant position to begin August 4, 2025. This position reports directly to the Head Women’s Flag Football Coach, and requires availability during nights and weekends.  Preference will be given to candidates with prior flag football playing experience.  Benefits include 21 credit hours of tuition remission per academic year, $200 monthly stipend and room and board.  Graduate Assistants are required to work a minimum of 30 hours per week, up to 40 hours over 12 months per year.

 Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

 Academic Coordinator:

• Responsible for making sure Library hours sheet is updated weekly
• Academic cards daily
• Responsible for communicating during staff meetings what player did not get library hours for that day.
• Responsible for making sure academic cards are updated daily and shared during staff meetings.
• Work with the head coach supervising study table hours

Other Assigned Duties:

• Responsible for set-up and clean-up of practice equipment
• Responsible for making sure inputs for after games are in by the next morning by 8:00am
• Responsible for making sure film is uploaded after every practice
• Recruiting and making contacts with prospective student-athletes as assigned
• Setting up campus visits for recruits with the admissions team
• Responsible for recruitment tours
• Any other jobs/assignments as directed   

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Acceptance into the graduate program
• A valid driver’s license and personal auto insurance; insurable for driving per RU’s policy
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Must be willing to take initiative and work hard

TO APPLY:  Review of resumes will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Please submit cover letter, resume and list of three professional references to HumanResources@rockford.edu

Rockford University, the alma mater of Jane Addams, seeks a founding Director for the Bachelor’s in Social Work Program to begin in Fall 2025.  This is a full-time faculty position with 25% time allocated to administration of the BSW program and 75% of time allocated to traditional academic activities, including teaching (3 courses per semester), research and service. 

Successful candidates must have an MSW from a CSWE accredited program and be licensed or license-eligible in the State of Illinois (Ph.D. in social work preferred but not required).  Demonstrated excellence in teaching in a higher education setting preferred; experience in CSWE accreditation processes particularly desirable. The program director must have the ability to provide leadership through teaching, scholarship, curriculum development, administrative experience, and/or other academic and professional activities in social work.  

Rockford University is located within convenient commuting distance to Chicago, Milwaukee and Madison, WI in Rockford, IL, the second largest city in Illinois outside of the Chicago metropolitan area. Rockford University is a four-year, co-educational institution founded in 1847 offering undergraduate and graduate degrees in traditional liberal arts and professional fields. We offer approximately 80 majors, minors and concentrations, and are home to one of only 11 Phi Beta Kappa (PBK) chapters in Illinois, the most prestigious honor society in the United States, as well as to NCAA Division III athletics teams.

Please submit via a single .pdf resume, cover letter, transcripts (official upon hire), and list of three professional references to HumanResources@rockford.edu . Review of resumes will begin immediately and continue until the position if filled. This fulltime, exempt opportunity offers an annual salary of $57,000-$58,000.

Our Benefits: Supporting You Every Step of the Way

We believe in taking care of our employees, which is why we offer a competitive benefits package that goes above and beyond. Here’s how we support your health, happiness, and future:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance to ensure you and your family stay healthy.
• Savings for Health & Dependent Care: Flexible savings options to manage healthcare and dependent care costs.
• Financial Protection: Life, AD&D, and disability insurance for peace of mind when life throws you a curveball.
• Retirement Security: 403(b) plan with employer contributions to help you build a secure future.
• Personal Support: Access to our Employee Assistance Program, offering resources for both personal and professional needs.
• Education Benefits: Tuition remission for full-time and part-time employees, their spouses, and dependents. We offer tuition remission both at Rockford University and other partnering colleges through a tuition exchange.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous time off to help you recharge and spend quality time with loved ones.

At Rockford University, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment that values a well-rounded workforce and community. We welcome candidates who, through their professional experience, contribute to excellence in their work and enhance our institutional mission.

Rockford University, the alma mater of Jane Addams, seeks an inaugural Field Director for the Bachelor’s in Social Work Program to begin in Fall 2025.  This is a full-time faculty position with 25% time allocated to overseeing the field education program of the BSW (recruiting and maintaining relationships with field sites, arranging and managing student field placements, and providing field instructor training) and 75% of time allocated to traditional academic activities, including teaching (3 courses per semester) and service. 

Successful candidates must have an MSW from a CSWE accredited program, two years of post-baccalaureate social work degree or post-master’s social work degree practice experience in social work and be licensed or license-eligible in the State of Illinois. Ph.D. in social work preferred but not required. Demonstrated excellence in teaching in a higher education setting preferred; experience in CSWE accreditation processes particularly desirable. The field education director program director must have the ability to provide leadership to the field education program through practice experience, field instruction experience, and administrative and/or other relevant academic and professional activities in social work.  

Rockford University is located within convenient commuting distance to Chicago, Milwaukee and Madison, WI in Rockford, IL, the second largest city in Illinois outside of the Chicago metropolitan area. Rockford University is a four-year, co-educational institution founded in 1847 offering undergraduate and graduate degrees in traditional liberal arts and professional fields. We offer approximately 80 majors, minors and concentrations, and are home to one of only 11 Phi Beta Kappa (PBK) chapters in Illinois, the most prestigious honor society in the United States, as well as to NCAA Division III athletics teams.

Please submit via a single .pdf: resume, cover letter, transcripts (official upon hire) and list of three professional references to HumanResources@rockford.edu . Review of resumes will begin immediately and continue until the position if filled. This fulltime, exempt opportunity offers an annual salary of $52,000-$54,000.

Our Benefits: Supporting You Every Step of the Way

We believe in taking care of our employees, which is why we offer a competitive benefits package that goes above and beyond. Here’s how we support your health, happiness, and future:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance to ensure you and your family stay healthy.
• Savings for Health & Dependent Care: Flexible savings options to manage healthcare and dependent care costs.
• Financial Protection: Life, AD&D, and disability insurance for peace of mind when life throws you a curveball.
• Retirement Security: 403(b) plan with employer contributions to help you build a secure future.
• Personal Support: Access to our Employee Assistance Program, offering resources for both personal and professional needs.
• Education Benefits: Tuition remission for full-time and part-time employees, their spouses, and dependents. We offer tuition remission both at Rockford University and other partnering colleges through a tuition exchange.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous time off to help you recharge and spend quality time with loved ones.

At Rockford University, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment that values a well-rounded workforce and community. We welcome candidates who, through their professional experience, contribute to excellence in their work and enhance our institutional mission.

Rockford University invites candidates for the position of Assistant Athletic Trainer to join our team on a 10-month appointment—with a competitive salary, opportunities for professional growth and CEU resources. The selected candidate will serve as an assistant to the athletic training staff for fall, winter, spring, and off-season events for men’s and women’s athletics. They will work under the direction of the athletic training staff, helping with preparation for events and practices as well as perform the duties involved with prevention, care, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries.  

Responsibilities include but are not limited to assist Head Athletic Trainer with:

Athletic Event Coverage

• Provide coverage for assigned sports’ practices and home/away games, including setup, pre- and post-game treatments, and on-field injury response (includes evenings, weekends, and possible holidays)

Injury Prevention, Care & Rehabilitation

• Prevent, evaluate, treat, and rehabilitate athletic injuries for student-athletes
• Administer first aid and apply protective devices (e.g., taping, bandaging, bracing)
• Conduct and manage Sway Medical Concussion Testing

Communication & Coordination

• Communicate injury status and participation updates with athletes and coaches
• Coordinate and schedule medical appointments between athletes and physicians

Documentation & Administration

• Maintain accurate medical records using Athletic Trainer System (ATS)
• Assist

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training
• Master’s degree in athletic training or related field is preferred
• Two years of athletic training experience at the collegiate level is preferred
• Must have certification through the NATA BOC and be eligible or have Illinois licensure by start date
• CPR/AED Certified for the Professional Rescuer
• Remain HIPPA and OSHA compliant
• Ability to work independently and maintain a schedule
• Valid driver’s license/ personal automobile insurance and insurable for driving per RU policy
• Ability to travel with assigned teams as necessary
• Availability to work days, evenings and weekends a must

Physical Demands: 

 The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the position. It is not intended to be all-inclusive. Administration reserves the right to adjust the duties and responsibilities.

Work Environment:

Employees work in an athletic setting. This includes indoor and outdoor settings depending on the athletic season.

To apply:

Please submit resume, cover letter indicating salary requirements, and list of three professional references to HumanResources@rockford.edu . Review of resumes will begin immediately and continue until the position if filled. This fulltime, exempt opportunity offers an annual salary of $48,000-$50,000.

Our Benefits: Supporting You Every Step of the Way

We believe in taking care of our employees, which is why we offer a competitive benefits package that goes above and beyond. Here’s how we support your health, happiness, and future:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance to ensure you and your family stay healthy.
• Savings for Health & Dependent Care: Flexible savings options to manage healthcare and dependent care costs.
• Financial Protection: Life, AD&D, and disability insurance for peace of mind when life throws you a curveball.
• Retirement Security: 403(b) plan with employer contributions to help you build a secure future.
• Personal Support: Access to our Employee Assistance Program, offering resources for both personal and professional needs.
• Education Benefits: Tuition remission for full-time and part-time employees, their spouses, and dependents. We offer tuition remission both at Rockford University and other partnering colleges through a tuition exchange.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off to help you recharge and spend quality time with loved ones.

At Rockford University, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment that values a well-rounded workforce and community. We welcome candidates who, through their professional experience, contribute to excellence in their work and enhance our institutional mission.

Rockford University seeks talented nursing clinical adjunct faculty who are passionate about providing teaching and learning for the next generation of nurses. We have openings to help you advance your career for Fall 2025, and will also retain applications for those interested in beginning in subsequent semesters.

Essential Job Functions:

Nursing clinical adjunct faculty provide expertise in clinical instruction in the hospital or community settings with pre-licensure BSN students. Available clinical assignments may include the following nursing courses:

• Fundamentals of Nursing
• Pediatrics
• Maternal Health/OB
• Mental and Community Health
• Adult Med/Surg

Required Job Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Nursing, or within one year of completion of the MSN.
• Equivalent of two (2) years full-time work in clinical practice in respective discipline.
• Current licensure as an RN in the state of Illinois.
• Current CPR and immunizations.

Preferred qualifications:

Teaching or professional development experience is preferred but not required.

Review of applications will start immediately. Interested candidates should e-mail in a single .pdf, a cover letter, C.V., transcripts (official upon hire) and list of three professional references to HumanResources@rockford.edu. Adjunct faculty are eligible after one year of employment for tuition remission at Rockford University up to six credit hours per year for themselves, their partner, and direct dependents. Compensation is $1881 for two credits; $3762 for four credits per semester.

Rockford University is a small, private, non-profit institution with a curriculum grounded in the liberal arts and complemented by professional and practical experience. The university campus is located in a park-like setting nestled amidst a small urban environment 75 miles northwest of Chicago.  The Rockford area supports three robust medical centers (OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, Swedish American Medical Center and Javon Bea Hospital- Rockton and Riverside Campus), as well as numerous healthcare agencies and community resources. The Department of Nursing is part of the College of Science, Math and Nursing.

The Department of Nursing at Rockford University is seeking individuals with a passion for educating the next generation of nurses. We invite applications for full-time, tenure-track faculty positions starting Fall 2025. Primary responsibilities include teaching prelicensure BSN students in the classroom, simulation, lab, and/or clinical settings.

The successful full-time candidate will teach 12 workload credits in the fall and spring semesters and will be eligible for benefits and continuing education activities.

Required qualifications:

• Registered nurse with an active license in the state of Illinois, or eligible to obtain an Illinois registered nurse license by the start of employment (August)
• Master’s degree or higher in nursing
• At least two years of experience providing direct patient care

Preferred qualifications:

• Teaching experience
• Doctoral degree preferred but not required
• Various backgrounds in nursing are welcomed to apply. Experience in mental health or medical-surgical nursing are especially desirable.

Setting

Rockford University is a small, private, non-profit institution with a curriculum grounded in the liberal arts and complemented by professional and practical experience. The university campus is located in a park-like setting that is nestled into a small urban environment 75 miles northwest of Chicago.  The Rockford area supports three robust medical centers (OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, Swedish American Medical Center and Javon Bea Hospital- Rockton and Riverside Campus), as well as numerous healthcare agencies and community resources. The Department of Nursing is part of the College of Science, Math and Nursing.

To apply:

Please submit resume, cover letter indicating salary requirements, list of three professional references and all transcripts (official upon hire) to HumanResources@rockford.edu . Review of resumes will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. This tenure-track opportunity offers an annual salary of $55,000-$60,000, paid over 12 months.

Our Benefits: Supporting You Every Step of the Way

We believe in taking care of our employees, which is why we offer a competitive benefits package that goes above and beyond. Here’s how we support your health, happiness, and future:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance to ensure you and your family stay healthy.
• Savings for Health & Dependent Care: Flexible savings options to manage healthcare and dependent care costs.
• Financial Protection: Life, AD&D, and disability insurance for peace of mind when life throws you a curveball.
• Retirement Security: 403(b) plan with employer contributions to help you build a secure future.
• Personal Support: Access to our Employee Assistance Program, offering resources for both personal and professional needs.
• Education Benefits: Tuition remission for full-time and part-time employees, their spouses, and dependents. We offer tuition remission both at Rockford University and other partnering colleges through a tuition exchange.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous time off to help you recharge and spend quality time with loved ones.

At Rockford University, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment that values a well-rounded workforce and community. We welcome candidates who, through their professional experience, contribute to excellence in their work and enhance our institutional mission.

Rockford University Department of Kinesiology is seeking adjunct instructors to join our team in the Master of Science in Exercise Physiology and the Master of Arts in Sport Management & Leadership programs. If you are passionate and want to join a team of dedicated faculty, we invite you to apply for Fall 2025.

Part-time adjuncts will teach 8-week asynchronous online courses including: Physiology of Exercise, Applied Exercise & Sport Nutrition, Exercise Testing & Prescription for Special Populations, Principles of Exercise Testing, Prescription & Health Risk Appraisal, Principles of Strength and Conditioning, Biomechanics, Risk Management, Sport Facilities and Event Management, Social & Digital Marketing in Sports, Sport Finance, Managing & Leading Sport Enterprise, Sport Sponsorship & Retention, Sport Governance & Compliance, Ethical Issues & Leadership in Sports, Global Issues in Sport. Preference will be given to candidates who have teaching experience at the college level.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop course curriculum
• Deliver lectures and lead class discussions in an online format
• Assign homework and projects to help your students learn the material
• Offer additional help outside of class
• Mentoring and preparation for certifications
• Complete grading and other administrative work in a timely manner

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Doctorate degree in your field
• Professional experience (depending on the field)
• Teaching experience (preferred)
• Strong communication skills
• Computer proficiency

Review of applications will start immediately. Interested candidates should e-mail in a single .pdf, a cover letter, C.V., transcripts (official upon hire) and list of three professional references to HumanResources@rockford.edu.  Adjunct compensation is $600 per credit hour.                  

Rockford University is a small, private, non-profit institution with a curriculum grounded in the liberal arts and complemented by professional and practical experience. The university campus is located in a park-like setting that is nestled into a small urban environment 75 miles northwest of Chicago. 

At Rockford University, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment that values a well-rounded workforce and community. We welcome candidates who, through their professional experience, contribute to excellence in their work and enhance our institutional mission.

Rockford University invites candidates for the position of Assistant Athletic Trainer.  The selected candidate will serve as an assistant to the athletic training staff for fall, winter, spring, and off-season events for men’s and women’s athletics. They will work under the direction of the athletic training staff, helping with preparation for events and practices as well as perform the duties involved with prevention, care, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries.  A rich benefits package is available upon hire including: Medical, dental, vision, retirement plan with match, tuition remission for employee/spouse/domestic partner and dependents.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to assist Head Athletic Trainer with:

• Coverage of assigned sports’ practices and games home and away, including setting up, pre- and post-game treatments, response to injuries through field evaluations and first aid (this will include weekends and possible holidays)
• Responsible for the prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries for student-athletes.
• Administer first aid to injured athletes and apply protective devices such as taping, bandaging or bracing.
• Communicate with athletes and coaches about the injury and the athlete’s participation status
• Arrange and administer Sway Medical Concussion Testing
• Arrange and communicate medical appointments between physicians and athletes.
• Assist in record keeping and documentation for files using Athletic Trainer System (ATS)
• Assist with daily functions of the Athletic Training Room
• Assist with supervision of student workers/interns in the Athletic Training Room
• Other duties as assigned 

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training
• Master’s degree in athletic training or related field is preferred
• Two years of athletic training experience at the collegiate level is preferred
• Must have certification through the NATA BOC and be eligible or have Illinois licensure by start date
• CPR/AED Certified for the Professional Rescuer
• Remain HIPPA and OSHA compliant
• Ability to work independently and maintain a schedule
• Valid driver’s license/ personal automobile insurance and insurable for driving per RU policy
• Ability to travel with assigned teams as necessary
• Availability to work days, evenings and weekends a must

Physical Demands:  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the position. It is not intended to be all-inclusive. Administration reserves the right to adjust the duties and responsibilities.

Work Environment:

Employees work in an athletic setting. This includes indoor and outdoor settings depending on the athletic season.

To Apply:  Review of resumes will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Please submit a cover letter, resume, and list of three professional references to: 

HumanResources@rockford.edu

 At Rockford University we are committed to the principle of diversity, equity and inclusion as it relates to building a well-rounded workforce and community.  We are especially interested in candidates who through their professional experience bring contributions to diversity and excellence in the work they do.