Sworn Firefighter Opportunities
Career Firefighter/Paramedic
The Countryside Fire Protection District Board of Commissioners is responsible for establishing an eligibility list to fill potential full-time, career
firefighter/paramedic openings. At this time, Countryside Fire Protection District is currently accepting applications for the following position:
Position Title: Firefighter/Paramedic (full-time)
Salary Information:
- Firefighter/Paramedic $86,425 -$122,759 (8 steps)
- Firefighter/EMT B $77,782-$87,396
Benefit Information:
- IL article 4 pension
- 457 plan
- Comprehensive health, dental and vison insurance with HSA and FSA
- Life insurance
- Tuition reimbursement program for Associate’s, Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees
- Paid sick leave and vacation time
- Inspiring employer funded on the job training and professional development
Job Requirements:
Age: Applicants must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age at the time of hire and under thirty-five (35) years of age on the last date of submission of applications for original appointment unless otherwise provided by state or federal law.
US Citizen: No-authorized to work in the United States
High School Grad/GED: Yes
Valid State Driver’s License: Yes
Ability to Read/Speak English: Yes
Vision: Medical Exam
College: Not required-Preference given
Academy Certification: Preference given
Prior Experience: Preference given
Necessary Certifications: EMT Basic Certified at time of application, Valid CPAT with Ladder climb at time of hire.
Application Deadline: June 30, 2025 at 5 pm CST
How to Apply:
– Apply through the National Testing Network website at https://nationaltestingnetwork.com.
– Complete and submit all supporting documentation by application deadline: June 30, 2025 at 5:00pm CST to be considered for position.
Questions:
Additional questions can be directed to Deputy Chief Ed Heinz at (847) 367-5511 or via email at eheinz@countrysidefire.com.
Part-Time, Paid-on-Premise Firefighter
Thank you for your interest in our Part-time Paid-on-Premise Firefighter Program (POP) with Countryside Fire Protection District. We are currently not accepting applications for the position of Part-time Paid-on-Premise Firefighter. However, if you wish to receive to information when applications are open, please email the following information to our Administrative Assistant at ldiaz@countrysidefire.com:
-Name
-Address
-Contact Number
-Email
-Fire related certifications
Additional questions regarding our Paid-on-Premise Program can be directed to Deputy Chief Ron Echtenacher at (847) 367-5511 ext. 102 or via email at rechtenacher@countrysidefire.com.
Civilian Job Opportunities
Countryside Fire Protection District is currently not accepting applications. Countryside Fire Protection District offers excellent career opportunities for those interested in serving our community, so we invite you to visit our website again or to follow us on social media to be informed of our open application process in the near future.
Part-Time Telecommunicator
Thank you for your interest in a Part-time Telecommunicator position with Countryside Fire Protection District. If you are interested in a position, please drop off the completed application, a current resume, and other required documents as listed to Communications Director Ed Manke at VHPD located at 740 Lakeview Pkwy., Vernon Hills, IL 60061. We will then contact you after reviewing your application. Further information on the application process and qualifications can be found on the application below.