Firefighter/Paramedic

Manteno Community Fire Protection District

Manteno, Illinois

The Board of Fire Commissioners is accepting applications to the position of firefighter/paramedic with the Manteno Community Fire Protection District.

Salary:  Firefighter/Paramedic – $66,971.00+

Population: 12,500

Sworn Fire Service Personnel: 22 full-time firefighters

Candidates interested in applying the Firefighter/Paramedic position must:

• Possess a valid Paramedic License (EMT-P) issued by the Illinois Department of Public Health – (IDPH) (at time of application);

Candidates interested in applying for the Firefighter/EMT-B (Basic) position must:

• Possess a valid Emergency Medical Technician – Basic (EMT-B) issued by the Illinois Department of Public Health – (IDPH) (at time of application);

All Applicants Must Meet the Following Minimum Requirements established by the Manteno Community Fire Protection District:

• At least 21 years of age and under 35 years of age, unless previously a full-time Firefighter in Illinois as noted under state statute (65 IL 5/10-2.1-6.3) by the time of the written examination;
• Be a U.S. Citizen or legally authorized to work in the U.S.;
• Possess a valid State-issued driver’s license;
• Have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent;
• Certification by the State Fire Marshall’s office as a Firefighter II (Basic) (at time of application);
• Provide a valid CPAT (Candidate Physical Ability Test Card) with Ladder Climb (recommended but not required);
• Be able to speak, read, and write the English language fluently;
• Have correctable vision and have ability to distinguish colors;
• Pay a $45.00 non-refundable application processing fee;
• Applications are being accepted on an on-going, rolling basis.  Mandatory on-line written examination will be scheduled approximately 30 days after application submission.

To apply for this position or obtain additional information,

please visit the following website:  http://www.applytoserve.com

The Manteno Community Fire Protection District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.