Northlake Fire Protection District – Firefighter/Paramedic

Job Description

You must meet the following minimum requirements:

• $35 non-refundable application fee
• At least 21 years of age and under 35 years of age as of April 23, 2024, unless the individual falls under one of the exceptions to the statutory maximum hiring age detailed in 70 ILCS 705/16.06b(c). Proof of date of birth is required
• No Felony or Disqualifying Misdemeanor Convictions
• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
• A United States citizen at time of filing, formal application or must meet requirements of Illinois Human Rights Act for citizenship status
• Valid Driver’s License
• Current Illinois or National Registry EMT-P (Paramedic) Certification at time of conditional offer. Applicants not currently in possession of an EMT-P license shall be allowed to complete the testing process by submitting proof of current enrollment in a State of Illinois IDPH approved paramedic program.  Applicants must provide proof of enrollment in the program by submitting a letter of good standing from the organization sponsoring their enrollment or by the course administrator, on their letterhead.
• Successful completion of the Candidate Physical Ability Test with Ladder Climb Certification conducted by a licensed agency due at time of conditional offer
• Must be of sound mental and physical health and meet all established standards
• Must be able to pass written test, medical examination and drug testing, polygraph examination, background investigation, and psychological examination.