Job Opportunities with the City of Janesville

Regular and seasonal employment opportunities with the City of Janesville can be found on this page. Regular employment refers to those positions appointed to work either part-time (positions working less than 40 hours per week) or full-time (positions working 40 hours per week). Regular employees receive a variety of fringe benefits. Seasonal employment refers to those positions appointed to work for a limited amount of time. Seasonal positions are not entitled to any fringe benefits except for State-required benefits under the Wisconsin Retirement System.

To learn more about available job opportunities, click on the job titles below. If, after reading the description, you are interested in applying, click the “Apply Now” icon to complete the online job application.

Other Current City Job Openings:

Ice Center Manager

City of Janesville is seeking a Manager to be responsible for Indoor Ice Skating Center management, operations and maintenance. Duties include: hire, train, evaluate and supervise staff; develop/implement annual master skate schedule, policies, procedures, rules and regulations; build/maintain quality ice sheet for patrons; understand/follow necessary financial guidelines; prepare detailed financial reports and annual budget; requisition of vendors, supplies, equipment and repairs; maintain mechanical systems; use marketing medias to inform and promote many programs, services and events to the community; develop press releases, flyers and brochures; occasionally make public presentations, participate in radio and TV interviews and other venues; attend training and conferences; record (and train staff) to record ice temperatures, system readings, facility usage, incidents, accidents, and other information; prepare contracts/send invoices for services rendered; handle citizen complaints/inquiries. Leadership ability, marketing skills, creativity, decision-making capabilities, organizational skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills required. Bachelor’s degree in Recreation or related field; minimum of three years progressively responsible experience including supervisory experience required. Ability to establish and follow written financial guidelines; knowledge of program design/implementation, facility management and budget development, and ice center machinery. Excellent fringe benefit package. Janesville residency preferred. Salary range $36,771-$52,263. Open until filled. Submit cover letter, resume and application to the Human Resources Division or you may apply online. Apply Now...




FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC

CITY OF JANESVILLE, WI is currently accepting applications to establish an eligibility list for hiring. Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalency; at least 18 years of age; valid WI driver’s license or ability to obtain one; must currently be WI Certified Firefighter II and WI Certified Emergency Medical Technician; excellent physical condition; be able to satisfactorily complete water survival, physical ability, oral interview, medical exam and drug tests. Requirements: to be trained as a Paramedic at City discretion; no smoking or use of tobacco products, on or off the job; continued employment subject to fulfilling these requirements. Salary: Firefighter $37,099 and Paramedic $40,069, both with a comprehensive fringe benefit package. Application must be received by Saturday, January 30, 2010, at 5 pm. For an application packet, click here or apply in person at:

Seasonal Employment:

Click here to obtain a seasonal employment packet, which includes the seasonal application and seasonal rehire application.

Other Information about Employment with the City of Janesville

If you do not wish to complete an online application, you may stop by the Human Resources Department between 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday to pick up an application. Applications may be sent to you upon request.

You are welcome to send a resume and a completed application to the Human Resources Department. However, when you see a vacancy that interests you, please contact the Human Resources Department to ask them to pull out your application for consideration.

Public Safety Recruitment

Laborer Positions

Equal Employment Opportunity Information

The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer, therefore, all applicants for positions with the City will be given equal consideration without regard to race, creed (religion), color, sex, national origin, handicap as defined in the Americans with Disability Act, ancestry, arrest or conviction record, marital status, membership in Military Reserve, sexual orientation, or age (except where such matters constitute a bona fide occupational qualification necessary for proper and efficient functioning in the job.)

The City does not discriminate against a qualified person with a disability who is able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation that may be made regarding job application procedures, hiring, advancement, termination, compensation, job training, and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment.

Any applicant or employee who feels adversely affected in the opportunity for employment or advancement because of such discrimination shall have the right to appeal in writing to the Human Resources Director within 30 days of the alleged act. The Human Resources Director shall conduct an investigation and render a decision regarding such appeal.

If a job applicant says (s)he needs accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, such matter shall be discussed with the person to determine the accommodation the person wants or suggests. Technical sources may be contacted about the potential for accommodation. Such discussion with a job applicant and the information obtained shall be documented and maintained separately with the medical files. The applicant will be asked to sign the document acknowledging the discussion and the requested accommodation.

Employee Benefits

• Health Plan
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan (for most)
• State of Wisconsin retirement plan
• Paid vacation
• Holidays
• Sick leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Program