Part-time Firefighter

Summary

Part-Time Firefighter/Paramedic

The Oak Forest Fire Department is taking applications for part-time, certified firefighter/licensed paramedics. Current hourly rate is $20. Part-time firefighters/paramedics work 12- or 24-hour shifts.

Do I Qualify?

To qualify for consideration the applicant must possess the following certifications/licenses AND attach the appropriate paperwork to the application email reply:

• Illinois Certified Basic Operations Firefighter or Firefighter II
• Illinois Licensed Paramedic
• Valid Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) qualification with ladder climb endorsement, within the last 12 months
• Current CPR card

How Do I Apply?

If you qualify, complete the employment application and email it to Human Resources Manager Bridget DiSanto. Be sure to attach the required certifications/license paperwork files to the same email.

Questions? Call HR Manager Bridget DiSanto at 708-687-4050 x1020 or Fire Chief Gary Kasper at 708-687-6050.

How Can I Become Qualified?

If you don't currently possess the certifications/licenses listed above, the following links provide insight in obtaining them:

Basic Operations Firefighter Certification

Moraine Valley Community College

Prairie State College

Romeoville Fire Academy

EMT Certification

South Suburban College

Moraine Valley Community College

Paramedic Certification

South Cook County EMSS

Christ Hospital Emergency Medical Services

Job Description

Part-Time Firefighter/Paramedic

The Oak Forest Fire Department is taking applications for part-time, certified firefighter/licensed paramedics. Current hourly rate is $20. Part-time firefighters/paramedics work 12- or 24-hour shifts.

Do I Qualify?

To qualify for consideration the applicant must possess the following certifications/licenses AND attach the appropriate paperwork to the application email reply:

• Illinois Certified Basic Operations Firefighter or Firefighter II
• Illinois Licensed Paramedic
• Valid Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) qualification with ladder climb endorsement, within the last 12 months
• Current CPR card

How Do I Apply?

If you qualify, complete the employment application and email it to Human Resources Manager Bridget DiSanto. Be sure to attach the required certifications/license paperwork files to the same email.

Questions? Call HR Manager Bridget DiSanto at 708-687-4050 x1020 or Fire Chief Gary Kasper at 708-687-6050.

How Can I Become Qualified?

If you don't currently possess the certifications/licenses listed above, the following links provide insight in obtaining them:

Basic Operations Firefighter Certification

Moraine Valley Community College

Prairie State College

Romeoville Fire Academy

EMT Certification

South Suburban College

Moraine Valley Community College

Paramedic Certification

South Cook County EMSS

Christ Hospital Emergency Medical Services