Firefighter jobs in Illinois
The City of Lake Forest seeks a Battalion Chief offering an annual salary of $148,101 to $165,921. This command-level role requires extensive experience, incident command capabilities, and the ability to perform Firefighter/Paramedic duties. Applications are accepted continuously.
Submit your interest card for future Champaign Fire Department job postings and notifications. Applicants must be at least 21 years old by hire and 35 by the written exam, with a valid driver's license and high school diploma.
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.
The City of Columbia is seeking part-time paramedics to staff 12-24 hour shifts, requiring an Illinois Paramedic/EMT license and current certifications. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until positions are filled.
Start your firefighting career with a salary range of $83,068 to $121,579, plus benefits including health insurance, tuition reimbursement, and work reduction days.
The Village of Lombard seeks an experienced Fire Chief offering a competitive salary range of $139,600 to $195,438. Candidates require a bachelor's degree and 7 to 9 years of progressively responsible fire service experience. The position remains open until filled with an initial review on August 10, 2026.
West Dundee Fire Department is seeking part-time firefighter/EMT-Bs and firefighter/paramedics with ongoing recruitment. State certified EMT-Bs may contact the department regarding academy sponsorship opportunities.
This full-time Fire Inspector position pays $30.09 to $37.61 per hour with IMRF pension benefits. Requires 3-5 years of code enforcement or fire inspection experience and valid driver license. Illinois Fire Prevention Officer I and ICC Fire Inspector I required within 12 months.
The City of Geneva is seeking a part-time Fire Inspector to conduct safety inspections and plan reviews. This position averages 18 hours per week with no benefits offered.
Start earning an annual base salary of $84,184 up to $133,406 with comprehensive insurance, tuition reimbursement, and a 24/48 shift schedule. The department covers initial academy training, equipment, and uniforms.
The Sterling Fire Department is hiring firefighters with a starting salary of $69,369 effective May 1, 2026. Paid training is available for candidates lacking basic firefighter or EMT certifications. Applications are accepted on an ongoing testing basis.
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.
Join the Algonquin-Lake in the Hills Fire Protection District Firefighter Internship Training program to earn your Basic Operations Firefighter certification. Applicants must be at least 18 with an EMT-B or EMT-P license and CPAT card; all process and tuition costs are the responsibility of the candidate.
This Firefighter Paramedic role features a salary range of $90,070 to $131,834 with a rotating 24-hour schedule and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and a fire pension.
The Village of Hanover Park is hiring a part-time Firefighter/EMT starting at $23.52 to $24.90 per hour. Requirements include a high school diploma, age 21 or 20 with college credits, a valid driver's license, and an EMT license.
Start as a Firefighter/Paramedic with a starting salary of $65,600 and reach a top-out of $85,194 over three years. Benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, and a pension.
Join Rolling Meadows as a Firefighter/Paramedic with a starting salary of $81,073 scaling to $128,978. Requires valid CPAT, EMT-Basic or Paramedic cert, and age 20-34 at list placement. Continuous application process.
Start at a base salary of $86,416 with guaranteed first-year compensation of $95,000, excellent BCBS healthcare with no co-pays, and an Illinois Downstate Pension. Applications close July 20, 2026.
This entry-level Firefighter/Paramedic position offers an annual base salary of $80,944, professional development time, holiday pay, and multiple vacation days. Applications are continuously accepted on an ongoing basis.
Starting pay ranges from $64,249 for EMT-B up to $78,481 for Paramedics, scaling to $109,127 after six years. The position requires a high school diploma, valid driver's license, and valid CPAT certification at the time of a conditional offer.
This Firefighter/Paramedic role features an annual salary range of $75,367 to $115,531, a comprehensive benefits package including Illinois DownState Pension, and requires Illinois IDPH Paramedic certification and CPAT by the April 17, 2026 deadline.
Join the Lake Forest Fire Department as a Firefighter/Paramedic with immediate openings and applications processed continuously. Candidates must be 21 to 35 years old and possess a valid IDPH EMT-Paramedic license by hire.
Earn a starting base salary of $73,743.48 plus $5,500 in Paramedic pay. Applicants must be between 21 and 35 years old and hold or be enrolled in a Paramedic program.
Earn $27.60 per hour working 12 or 24-hour shifts as a part-time Firefighter/Paramedic in Evergreen Park. Requires Illinois Certified Basic Operations Firefighter or Firefighter II and an Illinois Licensed Paramedic certification.
The Oak Forest Fire Department is hiring full-time firefighters with a starting salary of $72,349 up to a top salary of $117,734. Applicants must hold an Illinois Basic Operations Firefighter or Firefighter II certification and at least an EMT-Basic certification.
Join Rochelle Fire Department as a Paid On Call Firefighter with ongoing recruitment. No prior training or experience is required, as education and certifications are provided upon hire.
The Village of Riverside is seeking Paid On-Premise Firefighters offering an hourly pay range of $21.72 to $40.00, with a deadline of April 1, 2025. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and possess an Illinois State Fire Marshall Basic Operations Firefighter Certificate and a valid driver's license.
The Oak Forest Fire Department pays twenty dollars hourly for part-time, certified firefighters who are also licensed paramedics. Applicants must possess Illinois Basic Operations Firefighter or Firefighter II certification, a Paramedic license, CPAT with ladder climb, and CPR card.
The Roselle Fire Department is not currently hiring part-time firefighters but accepts applications continuously for future consideration.
Earn $21.09 to $22.34 per hour on a 24/48 shift schedule as a part-time firefighter EMT-B. Requires Firefighter II and EMT-B certification at hire. Applications are currently open with no deadline.
The Village of River Grove is hiring part-time paramedics at $28 to $29 per hour. Applicants must possess an IDPH Paramedic License and a valid driver's license at hire, and be at least 21 years old.