Firefighter

City of Rockford Police Department • Rockford, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a posting for a Full Time Firefighter/Paramedic Position with The Rockford Department. The City of Rockford is looking for individuals who represent the diversity in thought and experiences which are shared by our citizens. Candidates must have strong written and communication skills. Candidates should possess good interpersonal skills, common sense and have the ability to problem solve in stressful situations. A comprehensive list of a firefighters duties is not possible, but firefighters working within the Rockford Fire Department perform some of the following functions: Employees occupying positions in this class are responsible for the conservation of life and the protection of property through fire suppression, prevention, and emergency response. Candidates DO NOT need to possess a Paramedic License to test or be hired. However, once hired, candidates will be sent by The Rockford Fire Department to complete Paramedic School. It is mandatory that all candidates will successfully obtain the certification as a Paramedic.

Requirements

• Must possess a valid driver's license at the time of hire.
• Must possess a high school diploma or have attained a general equivalency diploma (GED).
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or meet criteria set forth in 8 U.S.C. Section 1324B prior to the final date for filing applications.
• Must have vision correctable to 20/20 in each eye upon time of hire.
• Must not have any felony convictions nor have been convicted of certain misdemeanors.
• Minimum Age: Must have passed their twenty first (21st) birthday.
• Maximum Age: MUST NOT HAVE PASSED THEIR 35TH Birthday as of the closing date for accepting applications (with exceptions for prior service).
• At the conclusion of recruit training, the recruit must possess a valid ILLINOIS driver's license with a Class B, Non-CDL Permit.
• At the conclusion of one-year probation, the recruit must possess a valid ILLINOIS Class B, Non-CDL driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Strong written and communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Common sense.
• Ability to problem solve in stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Engages directly in fire fighting, fire prevention and emergency medical service.
• Make sound decisions using knowledge, training and experience.
• Positively interact with our community.
• Responds to all types of rescue, fire suppression, medical and non-medical emergency calls and implements actions required to save lives and protect property.
• Participates in continuing education by studying, training, and drilling to achieve and maintain skills and knowledge.
• Participates in regular fitness program to maintain adequate health and physical strength.
• Supports and assists in the achievement of the goals and objectives of the Department.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED