Firefighter jobs in Illinois

Champaign Fire Department interest form for upcoming firefighter positions. Must be 21+ at hire, 35+ by written exam, with valid driver's license, high school diploma, and CPAT certification.

The Village of Roselle seeks a full-time Civilian Paramedic earning an annual salary of $67,867 to $101,560, offering a 24/48 work schedule, IMRF pension, and up to six weeks of paid parental leave. Requires an Illinois Licensed Paramedic certification and a valid Illinois Class C driver's license. Applications are accepted continuously until filled.

Richton Park Fire Department seeks Civilian Paramedics with full-time non-union status and a salary range of $44,387-$70,070. Continuous application period.

Columbia Fire Protection District seeks part-time Paramedics in Illinois, offering continuous application acceptance and assistance with reciprocity into SWILEMS system.

The Roselle Fire Department is hiring entry-level firefighters offering a salary range of $73,158 to $116,068 annually with a comprehensive benefits package. Requirements include a valid driver license, CPAT, and a choice of EMT-Basic or Paramedic certification with Firefighter II by the application deadline of October 4.

Rolling Meadows Fire Department seeks a Fire Inspector with 3–5 years of fire prevention or code enforcement experience. Salary $67,172–$80,000 annually; Illinois OSFM or ICC Fire Inspector certification required or obtainable.

The City of Geneva is seeking a part-time Fire Inspector requiring 1 to 3 years of inspection or plan review experience and a valid driver's license. Candidates must obtain a Fire Inspector certification within six months of hire.

Earn an annual starting salary of $69,369 with medical, dental, and pension benefits. Applicants must be between 20 and 35 years old, hold a valid driver's license, and pass the FireTeam written exam and CPAT.

Richton Park Fire Department seeks part-time Paramedic and EMT firefighters. Pay: $24/hr for Paramedics, $21.50/hr for EMTs. Must be at least 21 years old with valid Illinois driver's license and no felony convictions.

Homer Township Fire Protection District offers a starting salary of $88,036 with benefits including health insurance and 9 Kelly days/year. CPAT certification and Paramedic license are required. Deadline: June 26, 2026.

Part-time Firefighter/EMT at $23.52-$24.90/hr, requires EMT certification and CPAT, written exam and phone interview; rolling eligibility list.

Rolling Meadows seeks a Firefighter/Paramedic with an annual starting salary of $81,073, scaling to $128,978. Requires valid CPAT, ladder climb, and EMT-Basic or Paramedic certification. Applications are processed as received.

Apply by Sep 28 for Crystal Lake's Firefighter/Paramedic role with an annual salary of $81,628-$120,497. Requires CPAT (ladder climb), EMT-B, and National Registry Paramedic certification.

North Palos Fire Protection District offers a base salary of $86,416–$112,228 with benefits like PTO days and an annual holiday bonus. Deadline: July 20, 2026.

Oak Park Fire Department offers $80,944 annual salary with benefits like holiday pay and professional development time off. Continuous hiring; apply now.

South Holland Fire Department is hiring Paramedics starting at $78,481 in 2024, with benefits including a comprehensive pension fund, health insurance, and paid leave.

Brookfield Fire Department is hiring 5 Paramedic Firefighters with a starting salary of $75,367 annually. Deadline: 2026-08-21.

Apply for a Paramedic-certified firefighter role with the Lake Forest Fire Department. No application fee, but pass the NTN written exam and CPAT test. Benefits include health insurance, retirement plan, and education reimbursement.

Hanover Park hires Paramedic firefighters with an annual salary of $79,243. Apply online; no deadline. Requires CPAT, NTN exam, valid driver's license.

Part-time firefighter/paramedic position with Evergreen Park Fire Department, paying $27.60 hourly plus weekend differential. Submit application to hr@evpkadm.org.

The City of DeKalb is hiring Firefighter/Paramedics requiring a CPAT, valid driver's license, and paramedic certification. Applications are due by October 14, 2026, with a written exam due October 11, 2026.

Earn $16 to $19 per hour as a Paid On-Call Firefighter with the City of Geneva. Candidates must be 18 to 35 years old with a valid driver's license. Apply by September 11, 2026.

Apply for a Paid On-Premise Firefighter role at the Village of Riverside with a competitive hourly pay range of $21.72 to $40.00 and benefits like optional retirement plans and EAP services. Deadline: April 1, 2025.

Oak Forest Fire Department seeks part-time certified firefighters/paramedics with a current hourly rate of $20. Required: Illinois Basic Operations or II firefighter cert, licensed paramedic, CPAT within last year, CPR card.

Apply now to be considered for future part-time firefighter opportunities at the Roselle Fire Department in Illinois.

The Village of River Grove is seeking a Part-Time Paramedic. Apply by submitting the required application to the Village Hall or via email.