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Existing Members
Membership dues are billed annually on 1/1
Professional Member
$150 – Non-National SHRM Members
$125 – Discounted for National SHRM Members (must provide SHRM Member #)
Individuals, both exempt and non-exempt, engaged in bona fide Human Resource administration or management, in their current or most recent position, who devote their time to personnel, human resources, organizational development, recruiting, employment law, compensation, employee benefits, industrial relations, and/or other HR related functions who demonstrate a bona fide interest in Human Resource Management and the purpose of the Chapter. The rights and privileges of Professional Members include the right to vote and hold office in the Chapter.
Transitional Member: $75
If you qualify for Professional Membership but are currently between HR positions, you may sign up for this membership option for one year, one time only.
Student Member: $25
Individuals who are attending college on a full-time basis and who demonstrate a bona fide interest in human resource management and the purpose of the chapter. Student Members do not have voting rights, and may not hold office in the Chapter. Please note: Student membership is not available for those who are currently employed in a position where they handle HR responsibilities.
Business Membership: $500
This membership provides professional membership privileges for up to 4-5 individuals in one organization. The business membership allows each company to invite up to 5 individuals to attend the monthly meetings and networking events. Names of individuals attending monthly education sessions must be submitted prior to the event.
Benefits of Membership
- Minimum of six free membership meetings per year
- SHRM CP, SHRM SCP and HRCI credit for applicable membership meetings
- Free job postings
- Opportunities to network with HR professionals in the Rockford Area
- Member Appreciation and Networking Events
- Volunteer Opportunities and Events
National SHRM designation
If you are a national SHRM member, you will need to let them know that you are a member of Rockford Area SHRM (Chapter 182). While creating your account, complete the "SHRM National Member Email" field.