Employment
Welcome to the Employment Opportunities page!
You can now apply online by clicking on the job title you are interested in and clicking on the "Apply" link!
If this is the first time you are applying using our online job application, you will need to create an account and select a Username and Password. After your account has been established, you can build an application by clicking on the "Build Job Application" link. This application can be saved and used to apply for more than one job opening.
Online applications are stored on a secure site. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the information submitted.
It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
The City of Rochester MN will only accept applications for positions currently open and available. To receive e-mail notification when a specific position(s) becomes available, fill out an online job interest card.
Current Openings
Project Electrical Engineer; Public Utilities/Power Resources; RPEA; Full-time; Starting Salary range $67,890 - $79,871/year; Open 7/14/08 until filled; (Priority consideration given to applications received by August 1, 2008).
Manager of Maintenance & Construction; Public Utilities/Core Services; RPEA; Full-time; Starting salary range $84,930 - $99,918/year; Open 7/17/08 until filled (Priority consideration given to applications received by August 8, 2008).
Police Officer:
August 2008 Notice of Examination
August 2008 Tentative Exam Schedule
Police Officer Physical Fitness Requirements
FIREFIGHTER: Applications not currently being accepted.
2007 Firefighter Notice of Examination
2007 Firefighter Job Description
2007 Firefighter Written Examination
2007 Firefighter Written Examination Practice Test
2007 Firefighter Physical Performance Examination
2007 Firefighter Physical Performance Examination Scoring
For additional information, please visit becomeafirefighter.org.
Part-time/Full-time Temporary/Seasonal Opportunities
Watch this area for seasonal, part-time, and temporary opportunities.
Important Applicant Information
Once you submit your application, you may not alter it for that particular recruitment. If you have adjustments, you may resubmit a new application after a 24-hour waiting period. The most recently received application submitted prior to the deadline will be considered and previous submissions for that particular recruitment will be inactivated.
All application materials (including resumes and Veterans’ preference documentation) must be received by the Human Resources Department by the posted closing date. LATE APPLICATION MATERIALS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. The Human Resources Department is not responsible for failure of other agencies, internet service providers or postal services to forward applications by the deadline.
You may obtain a paper application by:
- Downloading and printing the appropriate employment application
- Stopping by the Human Resources Department at City Hall
- via e-mail at humanresources@rochestermn.gov
- Or, calling 507/328-2555
Veterans’ preference documentation and paper applications may be faxed to 507/328-2565 or mailed to the City of Rochester Human Resources Department, 201 4th St SE, Rochester, MN 55904. City Hall office hours are Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The City of Rochester is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as a result all applicants are considered without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission. The City of Rochester believes in a follows the principle of nondiscrimination in employment and intends to comply with all federal and state laws.
If you require special accommodations to participate in the City of Rochester hiring process, please contact us at 507/328-2555.
If you have further questions, contact us via e-mail at humanresources@rochestermn.gov.



