Paid-on-call Firefighter

Applications are accepted year-round for the position of paid-on-call firefighter. The district starts a new probationary paid-on-call class every year. All applicants that submit an application will be invited to an orientation session to learn more about this rewarding opportunity.

Being a paid-on-call firefighter for the Godfrey Fire Protection District is a rewarding and life-changing experience. The title, Godfrey Firefighter is not handed out, it is earned. For 70 years, men and women have dedicated their time and effort to provide first class fire protection and emergency services to the community.

Probationary members are required to attend over twenty probationary training sessions. These classes usually last from three to eight hours. From the start, you will be able to respond to the fire station when your pager goes off. You will learn to operate as a dispatcher and get to know everyone. Upon completion of an initial series of drill sessions, you will be scheduled to stand shifts with career personnel. You will be required to stand duty a minimum of 30 hours per month, or 90 hours per quarter. This can be in 4 to 24 hour increments. Upon completion of probationary training, you will be required to complete yearly training which is less time consuming, when compared to probationary training.

Training will include: engine company operations, truck company operations, emergency medical service, radio communications, incident command system, hazardous materials.

Benefits include: Membership in the Godfrey Firefighter's Association, Membership in the Madison County Firemen's Association, free bunker gear, pager, uniforms, etc., opportunity to attend excellent specialized training on a county, state, and federal level, tuition reimbursement for college level fire science or EMS classes (once qualified), Several former Godfrey POC firefighters have transitioned to a career position with Godfrey as well as several other departments.

Applications will only be accepted in person at station 1, 3023 Godfrey Road, Godfrey, IL 62035.

Requirements: Minimum age 19, high school diploma or GED, valid Illinois driver's license, clean criminal background, excellent physical condition

Application Deadline: Continuous