Full-Time Firefighter

The Oak Forest Fire Department is accepting applications for firefighter through the National Testing Network. Under the general supervision of a company officer or chief officer, the firefighter responds to emergency and non-emergency service requests in accordance with Department Standard Operating Guidelines and IDPH Standing Medical Orders.

Responsibilities include responding to:
- Emergency medical calls
- Structure fires
- Motor vehicle accidents
- Hazardous materials spills or releases
- Specialized technical rescue incidents
- Other emergency and non-emergency service requests

Firefighters are also expected to participate in departmental training programs and drills and complete assigned training related to fire prevention, fire suppression, rescue operations, and emergency medical services.

Compensation & Benefits
- Starting Salary: $72,349
- Top Salary: $117,734
- Paramedic Stipend: Additional $2,100 annually
- Experienced Firefighter Starting Salary: $98,619
- Additional stipends available based on qualifying training certifications
- Kelly Day: Every 12th shift, plus one Floating Kelly Day
- Vacation: 4 vacation days available upon hire, with up to 15 days based on years of service
- Participation in the 115 Trust Program
- Optional 457 Deferred Compensation Program

Experienced Firefighter Eligibility
To be considered for the experienced firefighter starting salary, applicants must:
- Be certified as an Illinois Basic Operations Firefighter or Firefighter II, and Certified Illinois or National Registry Paramedic AND
- Have at least two years of full-time employment with a Fire Department or Fire Protection District.

Minimum Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be certified as an Illinois Basic Operations Firefighter or Firefighter II
- Hold at least an EMT-Basic certification at the time of testing
- Be either: An Illinois-certified or Nationally Registered Paramedic, or Currently enrolled in Paramedic school and able to obtain certification within 18 months of hire
- Possess a valid CPAT card and Ladder Climb certification

Testing Process
Testing will be conducted through the National Testing Network (NTN). Applicants should follow the NTN application and testing process to register and complete all required testing and application requirements. All applications are subject to the rules and regulations of the Oak Forest Board of Fire and Police Commissioners, which is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements: Firefighter certification

Salary: Starting Salary: $72,349 Top Salary: $117,734 Paramedic Stipend: Additional $2,100 annually Experienced Firefighter Starting Salary: $98,619

Application Deadline: 2026-11-08