Firefighter/Paramedic

GLENVIEW, VILLAGE OF - FIRE DEPARTMENT
1215 WAUKEGAN RD
GLENVIEW, ILLINOIS 60025
847-904-4130

Updated: March 14, 2025

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Job Classification: Firefighter/Paramedic
Apply Here: Village of Glenview | Illinois

Salary Information:
$88,551 - $124,819

Benefit Information:
For more information on salary and benefits, please see the Union Contract on the Village's website under Transparency/Salary & Benefits or at the link below.

Contact Information:
Mike Rutkowski
Deputy Chief
8479044130

Department Overview:

The Village of Glenview, Illinois (population 46,904) is seeking candidates for the position of full-time Firefighter/Paramedic. In addition to incorporated Glenview, the Glenview Fire Department serves the Glenbrook Fire Protection District in unincorporated Cook County. The total population served is approximately 57,000. Firefighters are represented by I.A.F.F., Local 4186. More information about the Village of Glenview is available at the Village of Glenview website.

Area Information:
Glenview, Illinois

Population:
57,000

Job Information
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants for the position of Firefighter must meet the following minimum qualifications and requirements at the time of application:

Must be between 21 and under the age of 35 years at date of hire (exceptions for active military personnel and previous firefighter experience per 65 ICLS 5/10-2.1-6)
High school diploma or equivalent high school education
Good moral character and possess temperate habits
Be of sound mind and health and physically able to perform the essential functions of Firefighter
Candidates must either possess a valid Illinois EMT-Paramedic license from Lutheran General System, or obtain such a license within the first eighteen months of employment as a condition of continued employment.
Certification of having passed the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) and Aerial Ladder Climb test through a certified testing agency. CPAT card must be issued within the twelve (12) months prior to the application closing period. CPAT cards may be obtained through the following agencies:
o NIPSTA - Glenview IL

o Huntley Fire Protection District - Huntley IL

Valid Driver's License
Must be a resident and legally authorized to work in the U.S.
EXAMINATION: Candidates must complete an examination through the National Testin Network (NTN) and submit the application from the Village's website including all required documentation BEFORE April 14, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.. Any late submissions or incomplete applications will not be considered.

APPLICATION: To complete the application, please visit Village of Glenview | Illinois

Applications must be filled out directly on the Village's website. No written or emailed application or application will be accepted.

You must submit the following documents in addition to the completed application:

· Copy of your high school diploma (or GED)

· Copy of valid driver's license (both sides)

· Copy of birth record as proof of citizenship or residency

· Copy of a valid CPAT and Ladder Climb Certificate dated 4/14/2024 - 4/14/2025

ADDITIONAL PREFERENCE TO BE CONSIDERED:

College:
Not Required. Additional preference will be given for associate's degree in the field of fire service or emergency medical services may receive two (2) points. Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university may receive four (4) points.

Academy Certifications:
Not Required.
Additional Preference- Graduated from the Northeastern Illinois Public Safety Training Academy

Prior Experience:
Employment by municipality as paid-on-call or part-time certified Firefighter II or Basic Operation Firefighter may receive 0.5 points per year up to two (2) points. Employment by municipality as Certified Firefighter III or Advanced Technician Firefighter may receive one (1) point per year up to two (2) points

Necessary Certifications:
None

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
For more information on the application and selection process, please see the Board of Police and Fire Commissioners' Rules and Regulations on the Village's website under Boards & Commissions/Board of Police & Fire Commissioners (available at the link below).

HIRING PROCESS:
Successful candidates must have a minimum passing written test score of 70%, successfully pass a polygraph and successfully complete the background investigation.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $ 88,551.00 124,819.00 Per Year