Entry Level Firefighter/Paramedic

PUBLIC SAFETY TESTING; Morton Grove (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Morton Grove Fire Department seeks an Entry Level Firefighter/Paramedic to join their team in Morton Grove, IL. Candidates must register with Public Safety Testing and pass the written examiner, CPAT, and related steps.

A valid US work eligibility, EMT paramedic certification and progressive prerequisites are expected. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and may benefit from veterans points.

Qualifications

• Written examination is required for the civil service/entry process.
• CPAT is required within one year prior to the written test.
• Citizenship or legal eligibility to work in the US is required.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Driver's license is required.
• Military veterans may qualify for preference points.

Job description

Morton Grove Fire Department - Entry Level Firefighter/Paramedic

Last updated on September 11, 2026
PST Partner Agency since April 03, 2026

Testing Deadline: October 27, 2026.

To apply, you must complete the following:

Register with Public Safety Testing and successfully pass their written firefighter exam.

Proof of Citizenship or legal eligibility to work in the US Read Description None

CPAT Certification Verifiable CPAT from within one year of test date.
Read More None

Certifications/licenses Any fire service or job related certifications ( I.E. CPR Card, Special Rescue, Haz Mat, FAE, or other related certificates)
Read More None

EMT Certification None

Trade Experience Proof of work experience in a trade related profession. A letter from employer or paystubs may be used. None

Paramedic Certification Illinois State certified EMT-Paramedic None

OSFM Basic Operations Firefighter Office of the State Fire Marshal Basic Operations Firefighter Certification obtained from NIPSTA, Romeoville Fire Academy, or IFSI Academy None

College Transcripts/Diploma Associate’s Degree from an accredited college/university in the field of Fire Science or Emergency Medical Services (EMS) = (2points) or Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college/university in any field of study= (4 points) Verified by a copy of the diploma and certified copy of transcripts None

Morton Grove Fire Department - Entry Level Firefighter/Paramedic Requirements

Category

Requirement

Required at time of...

Test

Hire

Written Examination Yes, required

Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) Yes, required as described below

Within 1 year prior to the written test.

PST Personal History Statement Yes, required within 7 days of passing required exam(s)

Minimum Age Must be 20 years old to apply. Must be 21 at time of hire.

• Maximum Age for Exam: Applicants must be under 35 years of age to take the civil service/entry examination. Unless excepted by Illinois Municipal Code (65 ILCS 5/)

Citizenship Legally Eligible to Work in the US

High School Grad/ GED Yes

Driver's License Required Yes

Felony Conviction(s) as an Adult None.

Ability to Read, Speak & Write the English Language Yes

Vision Requirements Must meet LEOFF II standards.

College Requirement No

Prior Experience Requirement No

Veterans Preference Points Yes

EMT Certification No

Other Preference Points Category Criteria for Award Max Points Veteran Status At least one year of active service in the military service of the United States (i.e. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard).Honorable discharge or current active/inactive reserve status.
Verified DD-214 or proof of current reserve status. 5 pts. Educational Status Associate’s Degree from an accredited college/university in the field of Fire Science or Emergency Medical Services (EMS) = (2points)Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college/university in any field of study= (4 points)
Verified by a copy of the diploma and certified copy of transcripts 4 pts. max.(not cumulative) Paramedic Illinois State certified EMT-Paramedic 5 pts. OSFM Basic Operations Firefighter Office of the State Fire Marshal Basic Operations Firefighter Certification obtained from NIPSTA, Romeoville Fire Academy, or IFSI Academy 3 pts. Background/Skills Min. of 2 years of employment in an occupation considered to be "trade related" and have practical application to the fire service (i.e. carpenter, electrician, plumber, laborer, automotive/vehicle technician (mechanic, etc.) = (2 points) -Demonstrated by verifiable and applicable work history 2 pts

Firefighter 1 Certification No

Firefighter 2 Certification No

Paramedic Certification No

Prior FF Experience Required No

Prior EMT Experience Required No

Contact Information

Morton Grove Fire Department - Entry Level Firefighter/Paramedic

6250 Lincoln Ave.
Morton Grove, IL 60053-2852Cook County
847 470-5226