Part-Time Firefighter/Firefighter-Paramedic

Mtfpd; McHenry (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

McHenry Township Fire Protection District is seeking part-time firefighters to respond to medical emergencies, fires, and other incidents, providing fire suppression and EMS. The role includes 12-hour shifts, off-duty responses, and a pathway to EMS certifications funded by the district.

New hires without First Responder, EMT-B, or BOFF certifications will be enrolled in required courses at McHenry County College, with tuition reimbursed after a defined period.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• US resident
• Ability to read and write English
• Valid State Driver's License (IL or WI)
• 21+ years old, or 18-21 with college progress toward an associate degree in Fire Science
• Cadet/Explorer program completion acceptable

Responsibilities

• Respond to medical emergencies, fires, and other incidents to provide fire suppression and EMS
• Operate and maintain firefighting and rescue equipment
• Participate in firefighting, hazmat, and special teams
• Engage in fire prevention and training activities
• Work 12-hour shifts and respond off-duty as needed

Job description

Part-time Hiring (No Experience Necessary)

The Position

As a member of the fire department, and under the general supervision of an officer, responds to medical emergencies, fires, and other emergency incidents to provide fire suppression and emergency medical service; operates and maintains a variety of rescue and firefighting apparatus and equipment; participates in firefighting, hazardous materials, and other special teams incidents; fire prevention and training activities.

This position involves working 12-hour shifts and responding off-duty as necessary.

On recommendation of the Fire Chief, this position is appointed by the Board of Trustees and is a part‑time, non‑commissioned, non‑pensioned, at‑will employee of the District.

Newly hired part‑time Firefighters who do not possess First Responder, Emergency Medical Technician‑Basic (EMT‑B), and Basic Operations Firefighter (BOFF) certifications will be sent by the McHenry Township Fire Protection District (MTFPD) to those courses at McHenry County College.

• As part of an Initial Training Agreement, individuals are responsible for the cost of course tuition and textbooks for these courses and will then be reimbursed over a defined period of time by the MTFPD.


• Complete and detailed information will be provided at the candidate orientation session.

All Firefighters are required to become licensed Paramedics through the Illinois Department of Public Health within 5 years of their hire date. Individuals are responsible for the cost of course tuition and textbooks for these courses and will then be reimbursed for a defined period of time by the MTFPD.

Minimum Qualifications to Apply

• High school diploma, G.E.D. certificate, or equivalent.


• Legal resident of the United States of America.


• Able to read and write the English language


• Possess a valid State Driver's License, Illinois or Wisconsin equivalent (for Wisconsin residents if applicable).


• 21 years of age or older or


• Between the ages of 18 and 21 and
  
  
  
  • actively enrolled, and have a minimum of one (1) semester of college completed towards the attainment of an associate's degree in Fire Science, or
  
  
  
  


• Between the ages of 18 and 21, and have graduated from a fire department Cadet or Explorer program.


• Official, sealed college transcripts will be required at the time of application.

Questions regarding the NTN testing process should be directed to NTN at 1-866-563-3882.

CPAT testing facilities:

• National Testing Network https://www.nationaltestingnetwork.com


• Northeastern Illinois Public Safety Training Academy website https://www.nipsta.org/176/Firefighter- Testing


• Naperville FD website https://www.naperville.il.us/services/naperville-fire-department/programs-and-services/candidate-physical-ability-test-cpat-in-naperville/


• Huntley FPD website https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cpat-candidate-physical-ability-test-tickets-151645763561


• MABAS Division 24 website http://mabas24.org/index.php/cpat


• Central Illinois Fire Chiefs Association https://centralillinoisfirechiefs.com/CPAT/CPAT.aspx


• Or by searching 'CPAT' on the internet

Prospective applicants should note that the registration deadline for the CPAT may be several weeks prior to the event.

Questions regarding the McHenry Township Fire Protection District can be directed to Deputy Chief Karen Bush, [e-mail]