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Entry Level Firefighter / Paramedic / EMT-B

1/21/2026

The role involves providing fire protection and emergency medical services to the community. Applicants will be tested for immediate hiring and to establish an eligibility list for future needs.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

2-10 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

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About the Role

Description

 

Glenwood, Illinois Fire Departmentis Hiring Entry Level Firefighter / Paramedic  orFirefighter / EMT -B
(If currently enrolled in a paramedic training course)

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners for the Village of Glenwood, Illinois is accepting applications for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic.


Testing is being conducted for immediate hiring to fill several Full-Time Firefighter/Paramedic positions and to establish an Eligibility List for future hiring needs.


Glenwood Fire Department provides fire protection and emergency medical services (EMS) to the community’s 8300 resident population. 
The Department’s current personnel staffing includes five full-time and twenty-eight Paid-On-Call (P.O.C.) Firefighters.


Applications Are Available at:www.jobsource.copsandfiretesting.com


The application deadline is February 28, 2026, at 4:00 PMuntil 2:00 PM on February 28, 2026(not a postmarked date)
All applications must be returned to the office of:C.O.P.S. and F.I.R.E. Personnel Testing ServiceAttn: Glenwood FD1251 N. Plum Grove Rd, Suite 160Schaumburg, IL 60173
Applicants must attend the mandatory test date on:Saturday, March 7, 2026Registration: 12:30 P.M.Orientation Program: 1:00 P.M.Written Exam immediately following the Orientation.
Testing LocationGlenwood Village HallOne Asselborn WayGlenwood, IL 60425


Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen

            Provide Birth Certificate or Certificate of Citizenship.

            Permanent Resident Card (if applicable).

  • Applicants must be between the age of 21st Birthday and under the age of 35 unless exempt by State Statute 65 IL 5/10-2.1-6. 
  • Proof of High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
  • Basic Operations Firefighter certification.
  • Certified Paramedic or a Certified EMT-B who is currently enrolled in a paramedic training course.
  • HazMat Operations Certified.
  • Licensed Paramedic Must be able to work in the South Cook County Medical System.
  • Valid CPAT Test certification with ladder climb, by the date of a conditional offer of employment
  • Valid Driver’s license


BENEFITS
  • Starting Salary: Beginning salary will be up to $73,500.00, dependent on qualifications.
  • Working Shifts:  24 hours on duty then 48 hours off.
  • Clothing and Gear: Initial Uniform Outfitting will be provided by the department.
  • Advance Trainings: Additional advance trainings will be provided by the department. 
  • Annual Vacation Time: 80 hours after one (1) year of service.
  • Eleven paid holidays.
  • Two annual paid personal days.
  • Ability to accrue compensatory time off.
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance.
  • College Tuition Reimbursement.
  • NO Residency Requirement.


All interested individuals meeting eligibility requirements are encouraged to continue with the application process.


Additional information will be provided in the packet which can be downloaded at:www.jobsource.copsandfiretesting.com
 Applications are NOT available at the Glenwood Fire Department or Village Hall. 
 All applications are subject to the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners of the Village of Glenwood which is an Equal Opportunity Employer 
Key Skills
Firefighter CertificationParamedic CertificationEMT-B CertificationHazMat Operations CertificationCPAT Test CertificationValid Driver's License
Categories
Government & Public SectorSecurity & SafetyHealthcareTradesConsulting
Benefits
Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceAnnual Vacation TimePaid HolidaysPaid Personal DaysCompensatory Time OffCollege Tuition Reimbursement
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