Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the selection process take?

The length of each hiring process will vary, but the intent is to move as quickly as possible. Once the application deadline has passed, applications are evaluated based on the required and preferred qualifications for the position. The most qualified candidates are selected to move forward for interviews and final consideration. Applicants that are not selected to move forward in the process will be notified.

My contact information has changed, how can I update it?

If your contact information has changed, and you have not received notification that you are no longer being considered for the position, please contact the Human Resources Department, or email updated contact information to Human Resources Manager Debbie Sage.

What if I'm not selected for the position?

All applicants will be informed of the decision reached. Applicants who are eliminated will be notified as soon as possible. Do not be discouraged if you are not selected for a particular position. We encourage you to apply for future positions as they become available. Open positions will be listed on the Village Career Portal.  

How can I keep informed of current employment opportunities within the Village?

All open positions are advertised on the Village Career Portal, and they are frequently shared on Facebook, X (FNA Twitter), Instagram, and Tik Tok.

What should I do to prepare for an interview with the Village of Rantoul?

Prior to the Interview:

• Fully review the job description and be prepared to explain how your education and/or experience has prepared you for the position.
• Try to imagine potential interview questions and what your answers might be, including specific examples of past situations and/or projects that you may be called upon to provide.
• Practice your answers to anticipated questions, including potentially difficult ones, that are thorough, clear, positive, and honest.

Day of the Interview:

• Allow yourself extra time to arrive on time.
• Bring any documents you have been asked to provide or that you might need at the interview such as extra copies of your resume, driver’s license, etc.
• If the interview is not in person, but instead by video, be sure to find a quiet location where you will not be interrupted by distractions, loud noises, or a loss in service.
• Whenever possible, turn off your cell phone to minimize distractions during the interview.
• You will be allowed to ask questions of the interview panel, come with prepared questions that will help you assess your fit, and determine whether the opportunity is right for you.

What can I expect during an interview with the Village of Rantoul?

Interviews at the Village of Rantoul are typically conducted by a panel that includes representatives from the Department that is hiring, the Human Resources Manager, and other Village staff as relevant. You will be given information about the position, asked a series of prepared questions, and given the opportunity to ask any questions that you may have.

Interviewing Assistance Links:

• Illinois workNet Center
• University of Illinois Career Center

Where can I view Employee Compensation reports?

The Employee Compensation Report is a comprehensive document that lists the rates of pay for all Village positions, and is approved by the Village Board annually in April. The current Fiscal Year (May 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026) is available via the Office of the Comptroller.

What types of benefits do Village employees receive?

Full-Time Village employees are eligible for the following:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, and Holiday Allowances
• Participation in Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund

Visit the Full-Time Employee Benefits and Bargaining Units pages for full details!