Norwood Park Fire Protection District – Firefighter/Paramedic

Job Description

Firefighter Minimum Requirements:

• $25 non-refundable application fee and submission of Online Application and required documentation by Monday, April 8, 2024, at 4:00 PM
• At least 21 years of age and under 35 years of age as of April 8, 2024 (application deadline) unless the individual falls under one of the exceptions to the statutory maximum hiring age detailed in 70 ILCS 705/16.06- proof of date of birth is required
• No Felony or disqualifying Misdemeanor Convictions
• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
• S. citizen at time of filing formal application (candidates born outside of the U.S. must additionally provide proof of citizenship – see checklist)
• Valid Driver’s License
• Successful completion of the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) AND Ladder Climb conducted by a licensed agency within one year prior to the date of the written exam on May 7, 2024 (CPAT card and Ladder Climb certificate must be issued between 05/07/2023- 05/07/2024 to be considered valid); CPAT card and Ladder Climb certificate MUST be presented on test day at sign-in.
• Possess a valid Illinois or Nationally Registered EMT-P license. Applicants who are currently enrolled in a State of Illinois, IDPH-approved paramedic program at the time of application shall be allowed to complete the testing process.
• Must be of sound mental and physical health and meet all established standards
• Must be able to pass a written test, medical examination, drug testing, polygraph examination, background investigation, psychological examination, and oral interviews