Fire Department · Combination
Richton Park Fire Department
Richton Park, IL · Cook County
Pay scale
| Civilian Paramedic | $44,387–$70,070/yr |
| Firefighter | $22–$24/hr |
The Fire Department is hiring a full-time Civilian Paramedic with a salary range of $44,387 to $70,070 annually, working a 24/48 schedule. Requires a valid driver's license and an Illinois State Licensed Paramedic certification.
Earn $21.50 to $24.00 hourly as a part-time Firefighter in Richton Park. Requires Firefighter II and EMT-P or EMT certification along with a high school diploma. Applications are open continuously.
The Richton Park Fire Department protects a 5.1-square-mile village in the south suburbs of the Chicago metropolitan area. The department pairs fire suppression with emergency medical response, fire prevention, and public education programs.
The department describes itself as aspiring to be "the best community focused fire department," and it runs an active slate of community programs including CPR training, a Citizens Fire Academy, a Junior Academy, and station tours.
Leadership is provided by Fire Chief Mick Smith and Deputy Fire Chief Pat Hisel. The department also leads the Village's emergency management efforts in coordination with police, public works, and county agencies. Its stated core values are respect, diversity, teamwork, health and safety, accountability, empowerment, service, and trust.
MissionPreserve life and property through fire suppression, emergency medical response, fire prevention and public education to promote public safety
Richton Park hires firefighters and paramedics through the Village of Richton Park's online application portal, with each open position posted individually. Applicants can apply online and subscribe to job notifications for future openings.
As of early 2026, the department had open Firefighter and Civilian Paramedic postings, both listed as "Open Until Filled." For full position details and requirements, candidates apply through the Village jobs portal or contact the Village directly.
Pay
Firefighter posting lists pay of $24.00/hour for Paramedic and $21.50/hour for EMT (posted January 2026).
How do I apply to the Richton Park Fire Department?
The Village of Richton Park uses an online application system. Interested candidates apply online through the Village's jobs portal for each specific open position, and can subscribe to job notifications for new postings.
Are there current openings?
As of early 2026, the department had open postings for Firefighter and Civilian Paramedic, both listed as "Open Until Filled."
What does the Firefighter position pay?
The Firefighter posting listed pay of $24.00/hour for Paramedic-certified applicants and $21.50/hour for EMT-certified applicants.
Is the Civilian Paramedic role union or full-time?
The Civilian Paramedic position was posted as Full Time (Non-Union).
Who leads the department?
The department is led by Fire Chief Mick Smith and Deputy Fire Chief Pat Hisel.
How can I get more hiring details?
Full position descriptions are available through the Village jobs portal, or candidates can contact the Village directly by phone for comprehensive hiring information.