Full-time Firefighter-Paramedic

McHenry Township Fire Protection District•McHenry, IL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The McHenry Township Fire Protection District is seeking highly energetic, strongly motivated individuals for the position of Full-Time Firefighter-Paramedic. This role requires a combination of knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities suited for the District's unique operational needs. Candidates must be consummate professionals both on and off-duty, setting a good example for others, and exhibiting integrity, loyalty, commitment to lifelong learning, and a passion for the fire service. This position involves working assigned shifts and responding off-duty as required. It is appointed by the Board of Fire Commissioners and is considered a full-time position.

Requirements

Between the ages of 21 and 35 as of August 3, 2026 (age 35 may be waived if candidate meets Illinois Compiled Statutes, 70 ILCS 705/16.06b requirements).
Legal resident of the United States of America.
Possess valid State Driver's License.
Capable of reading, speaking, and writing in the English language.
Meet knowledge, health, and physical qualifications established by the District.
Successfully complete all components of the hiring process.
Pass a background investigation, pre-employment medical exam, and drug test.
Obtain OSFM Fire Apparatus Engineer (FAE) certification within 2 years of obtaining Paramedic Licensure.
Possess a valid IDPH Paramedic License for the Western Lake / McHenry EMS system within 2 years of hire.
Exhibit good moral character, temperate personal habits, and show evidence of an industrious work ethic.
Possess a CPAT card with ladder climb dated within 1 year of the date of conditional offer.
At the time of conditional offer, possess Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) Firefighter II or Basic Operations Firefighter certification.
At the time of conditional offer, possess Illinois Department of Public Health EMT-Basic License.
Successful completion of Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) including optional ladder climb within one (1) year preceding date of conditional offer.
Complete the NTN Fire Team written exam by August 1, 2026.
Upload a copy of CPAT card with ladder climb dated within 1 year of application date.
Submit completed applications and all requested documentation via the District website by 11:00 p.m. on August 3, 2026.

Nice To Haves

Possess a combination of knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities suited for the District's unique operational needs.

Responsibilities

Respond to over 8,100 emergency calls per year.
Work assigned shifts and respond off-duty as required.
Set a good example for others both on and off-duty.
Exhibit integrity, loyalty, commitment to lifelong learning, and a passion for the fire service.