Firefighter/Paramedic

Hazel Crest Department of Fire & Rescue

Contact Information

Address:

Website:

• villageofhazelcrest.org

Phone:

• 708-335-9630

Email:

• jshields@villageofhazelcrest.com

Application Deadline:

• 05/13/24
• @ 5:00 PM

Salary:

• Top Out: $94,916.40 plus longevity pay

Sworn:

• 18

Population:

• 14,000

Position Details

The Hazel Crest Fire-Rescue Department is seeking an immediate hire for a full-time firefighter/paramedic position.

APPLICATIONS for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic will be available:

Beginning Wednesday, April 17, 2024

Applications may be picked up Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM at the following location:

Hazel Crest Department of Fire & Rescue

2903 W. 175th Street

Hazel Crest, IL 60429

708-335-9630

The deadline for return of completed applications is:

Monday, May 13, 2023 by 5:00 PM

TESTING: 

Written Exam:

Date to be determined

Oral Interview:

Date to be determined

The following screenings will be conducted if the position is offered from the established list:

• General Background investigation
• Psychological Examination
• Physical Medical Examination 

Qualifications:

1. 21 to 35 years of age (except as otherwise provided by Illinois Municipal Code 65ILC5)
2. Must possess a High School Diploma or GED Certification
3. An Illinois State Basic Operations Firefighter Certificate will be required
4. An Illinois State Certified Paramedic License will be required
5. Must possess a valid Illinois Driver's License
6. Must pass all testing in the order given
7. A job offer is conditional upon the candidate obtaining a CPAT and Ladder Climb Exercise Card (Must present both certificates at the time of hire)

Preference points are given for the following:

• Education (Associate in Fire Science or Bachelor's Degree)
• Military Experience (DD214 required) 

The Village of Hazel Crest is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

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