Our Statement of Equity
Recognizing its economic, societal and organizational benefits, we are committed leaders of workforce diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. Advocating and supporting equitable access to career and employment opportunities, we partner with employers in the region to create equity in the workplace and promote a culture of belonging where everyone is seen, heard and valued.
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News & Testimonials
Career Exploration Day Education Related Jobs
Learn about careers within Education from teaching to coaching to administration positions…and everything in between!On this Career Exploration Day, we will learn about jobs in Early Childhood...
Aerospace Career Exploration Day
Learn about skills and training needed for entry-level to management-level positions within the Aerospace industry. You will also take a VIP tour of the facilities. Participating Companies:- Rock...
Success Story – Halle
Halle recently completed her paid Internship Work Experience at Keller Williams Reality with the Fidelity Real Estate Group. Halle is a Senior at Harlem High School and will be graduating in June...
Success Story – Alex
Meet Alex, who is a Senior at Harlem High School who will graduate in June 2024. Alex enrolled in The Workforce Connection's Elevate Program through Harlem High School and had the opportunity to do...
Work Experience Paid Internships
Through a partnership with The Workforce Connection’s Elevate Program and Harlem High School, 10 seniors had the opportunity to complete the Work Experience (WEX) Paid Internships Program in their...
Board Member Recognition Highlight
Board Member Matt Montalbano Receives Accolade! We'd like to give a shout-out to Board Member Matt Montalbano for being named to the Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors list in the U.S in...
The Workforce Connection Board
Your Region’s Workforce Board
Serving Boone, Stephenson, and Winnebago Counties in Northern Illinois
Please note: The next press release with April 2024 information will be Thursday, May 25, 2024.
Data provided by the Illinois Department of Employment Security, Tom Austin.
For any additional Labor Market information data inquiries, please reach out to The Workforce Connection at businessservices@theworkforceconnection.org .
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303 N Main Street, 3rd Floor, Rockford, IL 61101
600 S State Street, 2nd Floor, Belvidere, IL 61008
307 W. Main St., Freeport, IL 61032
(Freeport Temporary Address as of 04/29/24:
210 W. Spring Street, Stephenson Room, Freeport, IL 61032)
(815) 847-7574 | TTY (800) 526-0844
Email: info@theworkforceconnection.org
The Workforce Connection– an Illinois WorkNet Center and partner in the American Job Center network. This program is funded by The Workforce Connection, Inc., Il Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity, and the U.S. Department of Labor. The Workforce Connection is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. All voice telephone numbers on this website may be reached by persons using TTY/TDD equipment by calling TTY (800) 526-0844 or 711. Contact the Equal Opportunity Officer at 815-395-6638. This program is subject to the provisions of the “Jobs for Veteran’s Act” Public Law 107-288, which provides priority of services to veterans and spouses of certain veterans. To view additional information related to the U.S. Department of Labor funding of this program, please visit www.theworkforceconnection.org/USDOLstatement
The Workforce Connection Board Operating Policies
Reference Number |
Policy |
Revision Date |
| 2016-100-01 | Conflict of Interest/Ethics | 12/07/2021 |
| 2016-100-02 | Human Resources, Personnel and Payroll | 08/03/2021 |
| 2016-100-03 | Travel | 10/02/2018 |
| 2016-100-04 | Costs Associated with Meetings, Conferences | 05/01/2017 |
| 2016-100-06 | Fiscal | 09/12/2023 |
| 2016-100-08 | Procurement | 03/19/2024 |
| 2016-100-10 | Payment of Profit Under Contracts with For-Profit Organizations | 05/01/2017 |
| 2019-200-03 | Freedom of Information | 12/03/2019 |
| 2021-100-05 |
Whistleblower/Fraud Policy | 12/07/2021 |
| 2017-200-02 | Equal Opportunity Policy | 12/05/2023 |
The Workforce Connection Program-Specific Policies
Reference Number |
Policy |
Revision Date |
| 2016-200-01 | Grievance and Complaint | 12/05/2023 |
| 2016-200-04 | Communications and Branding | 12/03/2019 |
| 2016-200-06 | Selective Service | 03/19/2024 |
| 2016-200-07 | Personally Identifiable Information | 03/19/2024 |
| 2016-400-01 | Eligibility | 09/12/2023 |
| 2016-400-03 | Medical Data and Information Collection | 03/19/2024 |
| 2016-400-04 | Supportive Service | 09/12/2023 |
| 2018-400-05 | Adult and Dislocated Worker Follow Up | 09/12/2023 |
| 2016-400-07 | Needs Related Payments | 03/19/2024 |
| 2016-400-08 | Youth Follow Up | 09/12/2023 |
| 2016-500-01 | Work-Based Training | 03/19/2024 |
| 2016-500-02 | Incumbent Worker | 03/19/2024 |
| 2016-500-03 | Individual Training Account | 04/03/2018 |
| 2016-500-04 | Eligible Training Providers | 03/19/2024 |
| 2023-400-06 | Career Planning | 09/12/2023 |
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