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Job Information
BELVIDERE, CITY OF
123 SOUTH STATE STREET
BELVIDERE, ILLINOIS 61008
815-298-1361
Updated: July 01, 2024
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS – CLICK HERE
Position Title: Firefighter/Paramedic
Salary Information: $61,556 – $93,296
Benefit Information:
- Benefits include a $250 deductible 90/10 PPO health plan
- 100% paid sick leave for up to 180 days
- Retirement after 55 with 20+ years of service
- Dental
- Retiree health insurance
- Rare forced overtime
- Paid training
- Fire Officer testing in year 5
- Close Date: June 30, 2024
Candidate Contact Person
Shawn Schadle
815-298-1361
[email protected]
Department Overview
Belvidere Fire Department calls for dedicated individuals who are passionate about the community and emergency services, offering extensive training, leadership development, and a commitment to excellence in service to our community and those who serve them.
The Belvidere Fire Department has been serving the City of Belvidere since 1886. We protect the city’s population of 25,585 covering an area of 12.5 square miles. In 2023 the Belvidere Fire Department responded to 3,322 calls for service.The Department maintains a full-time staff of 42 members and operates from two Fire Stations and an Ambulance Station to provide effective coverage throughout the city. We seek highly self-motivated individuals who are passionate about serving others and providing for our community. Belvidere Fire prides itself on strong teamwork, leadership skills, smart but aggressive tactics, safety, and an “All In” attitude. Experience is not necessary to apply, but it is necessary to have the courage and willingness to serve others in their greatest need. We will equip and train the perfect candidate to be at the level we need them to be. When you become a member of the Belvidere Fire Department you become a member of our family from day one.
City/County/Area Information
12.5 sq. miles of residential, commercial, small business, and manufacturing.
Population
25,169
Job Requirements
Age: 21
US Citizen: Yes
High School Grad/GED: High School Grad/GED
Valid State Driver’s License: Yes, Illinois
Ability to Read/Speak English: Yes
Vision: 20/40 binocular vision, corrected with hard or soft contact lenses or spectacles, and color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision adequate to perform essential job tasks.
College: Not required
Academy Certification: Not required
Prior Experience: Not required
Necessary Certifications: Not required
Additional Requirements: Must be age 21-35 at time of appointment
Hiring Process:
1. Complete the online application by clicking the link at https://www.belvidereil.gov/fire/recruitment/
2. Submit records release on https://www.belvidereil.gov/fire/recruitment/
3. Submit required and applicable documents on NTN’s site.
4. Submit proof of CPAT by July 30th, 2024
5. Take the online assessment on NTN’s site.
6. After the test you will get and invitation sent to your email for the Online Interview on NTN’s site. Do the online interview.
The final list will applicants based on their written and interview scores and preference points.
The final list will be valid for 2-years.