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How do I find out when jobs are available?

In addition to our web site, positions are posted on both bulletin boards in the Municipal Office Building (1st floor - west end and 2nd floor - outside the Human Resources Department, Room 205). Job announcements are advertised in the Kenosha News on Sundays. The Kenosha Water Utility may advertise on various web sites, newspaper publications and professional periodicals depending on who the target applicants are.

How do I apply for a job?

All applicants must complete a City application. No resumes will be accepted in lieu of an application. Applicants may be required to take a written and/or performance exams. Application forms are available in Room 205 of the Municipal Building, The Kenosha Water Utility Administration Building, or can be downloaded from this site. A completed hardcopy of the application must then be returned to us.

Is there a residency requirement for employment?

Yes. City employees must reside within the following area when they are hired or within a specified period of time. This residency area includes: Kenosha County, Racine County (except for the Town of Waterford; however, the Village of Waterford is acceptable), Franklin, Oak Creek or South Milwaukee.

If I have a relative employed by the City, am I a still eligible to apply for a Kenosha Water Utility position?

No person can be employed who has a relative already employed by the City in a position covered by the Civil Service System Ordinance or who has a relative in any elected office or elected position in City of Kenosha government. Police and Fire Department and Library employees are not covered by the Civil Service Ordinance. For purpose of this rule, the term "relative" shall mean any member of the immediate household, or anyone whose relationship by blood or marriage is as close or closer than the first cousin, including "step" relationships (e.g., step father, etc.: or any grandparent or grandchild.)