Firefighter/Paramedic-DeKalb, City of

City of DeKalb
164 E. Lincoln Highway
DeKalb, Illinois 60115
cityofdekalb.com

Updated: September 16, 2024

Job Classification: Firefighter/Paramedic
The City of DeKalb invites candidates to apply for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic. Candidates are required to complete the following by October 27, 2024, at 11:59 PM CST:

FireTEAM exam and the PHQ
City of DeKalb Application

Salary Range:
$71,587 – $101,715

Benefits Information:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
Fire pension
Deferred compensation plan with match
Educational bonus
Clothing allowance
Wellness reimbursement
Longevity pay
Wellness bonus
Paid time off, including vacation in lieu of holidays, vacation, sick leave, Kelly days, bereavement leave, and compensatory time

Department Overview:
DeKalb is a university community, and the Fire Department serves a population of over 16,000 students and 40,290 residents. The Department holds an ISO Rating of 2 with a primary response area of 16 square miles and serves an additional 55 square miles by contract with the DeKalb Fire Protection District. In 2023, the department responded to 7,684 emergency service requests, 82% of which were medical calls. The department is composed of 71 full-time sworn employees, including a Fire Chief, 2 Deputy Chiefs, and 2 civilian employees. A new station and increased staffing are planned for 2025!

City Information:
Location: DeKalb, Illinois
Population: 40,290

Job Requirements:
Age: Minimum 21 years
US Citizenship: Yes
High School Diploma/GED: Required
Valid Illinois Driver’s License: Required
Ability to Read/Speak English: Yes

Necessary Certifications:
State of Illinois (IDPH) Paramedic License (EMT-P) or currently enrolled in an accredited EMT-P training and certification program (completion within 3 months of application)
Successful completion of the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) with Ladder Climb Certification conducted by a licensed agency within 12 months before a conditional offer of employment

Hiring Process:
The selection process includes:

Submission of an application
Written exam
Oral interview
Background investigation
Polygraph exam
Psychological and medical exams (completed upon conditional offer of employment)

Disqualifiers:
Criminal Activity: No felony convictions or crimes involving moral turpitude, as specified in Section 5/10-2.1-6 Part C of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners Act
Driving: Must possess a valid Driver’s License
Residency Requirement: Must reside within a 40-mile radius of the DeKalb Fire Department at 700 Pine Street, DeKalb, Illinois 60115, after 15 months of employment
Age Requirement: At least 21 years of age but less than 35 years of age before taking any test leading to employment as a Firefighter/Paramedic, unless exempt under Section 5/10-2.1-6 of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners Act

For more information on the recruitment process, please download and read the DeKalb Firefighter/Paramedic Recruitment Packet available at the DeKalb Fire Department’s website.