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Gurnee Fire Department
4580 Old Grand Ave
Gurnee, Illinois 60031
(847) 599-6600
Village of Gurnee Website
Updated: September 3, 2024
Position Title: Firefighter/Paramedic
The Gurnee Fire Department is seeking candidates for immediate vacancies and to establish an eligibility list for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic. The starting annual salary is $82,195, with a top annual salary of $121,440.
Application & Testing Deadline: October 28, 2024
Applicants must meet one of the following qualifications:
Licensed EMT-Paramedic in any state or nationally registered EMT-Paramedic.New hires in this category will be sent to the Fire Academy if not already certified as a Basic Operations Firefighter.
Paramedic Student in Good Standing (currently enrolled in a Paramedic program).New hires will be sent to the Fire Academy if not already certified as a Basic Operations Firefighter. New hires must obtain Paramedic licensure before completing their probationary period.
Licensed EMT-Paramedic and Illinois State Fire Marshal Certification as Basic Operations Firefighter.New hires in this category will receive an orientation and be assigned to a shift.
Other Minimum Requirements and Qualifications:
Must be at least 21 years old at the time of hire
Maximum age of 35 at the time of hire (unless exempt per state statute)
Possess a valid driver’s license with the ability to obtain a Class B non-CDL or equivalent within six months of hire
Provide a valid Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) card with Ladder Climb certification completed within the last two years by the hire date
Successfully pass the FireTeam exam through the National Testing Network (NTN)
U.S. citizen or naturalized citizen
Complete the Gurnee Fire Department Employment Application no later than October 28, 2024
Applicants must self-schedule for the FireTeam exam, and all testing costs are the responsibility of the candidate unless eligible for a hardship fee waiver.
Examination and Interview Process:
FireTeam National Exam: Applicants must self-schedule and complete the exam by October 28, 2024.
Oral Interview: Eligible candidates will be contacted for an interview, anticipated to take place in November/December 2024.
Preference Points (maximum of 10 points):
Veterans’ Points: 5 points for military service with an honorable discharge
Educational Points: Up to 5 points2.5 points for an associate’s degree in fire service or emergency medical services
5 points total for a bachelor’s degree in any curriculum
Final Eligibility List and Post-Offer Screenings:
Candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully pass additional post-offer screenings, including a medical exam, psychological exam, drug test, and background check.
Benefits:
Salary: Starting at $82,195, with a top salary of $121,440 (as of May 2024)
Additional pay stipends for Advanced Tech Firefighter and Fire Apparatus Engineer certifications
Educational and training reimbursement
Well-funded pension
Supplemental 457 retirement plan options and Section 115 Retirement Health Savings plan
120-hour holiday bonus in addition to salary
Health insurance through Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Rotating shifts: 24 hours on / 48 hours off
Paid time off: Up to 11 shifts in the first year and up to 17 shifts starting the second year
Visible tattoos permitted within department policy
No residency or living radius requirement
About the Gurnee Fire Department:
Population served: 60,000 in a 30-square-mile area
Fire Stations: 3
Sworn personnel: 60, with six additional positions to be filled in the 2024/25 fiscal year
Apparatus: 4 engines, 6 ambulances, 1 ladder truck, 1 heavy rescue squad
Calls per year: 8,000
Important Notes:
Completion of the FireTeam exam and the Gurnee Fire Department Employment Application does not guarantee eligibility to continue in the process. Candidates may be disqualified for reasons including, but not limited to, incomplete testing or application submission, failure to meet minimum qualifications, or missing documents.
The Village of Gurnee and the Gurnee Fire Department are Equal Opportunity Employers.