Champaign Fire Department Interest Form

Fire & EMS Position

Please take a moment to fill the job interest card at and select Fire & EMS. Please note that this is the Champaign Fire Department's interest form and not an official application. Filling out this form ensures communication from about upcoming events, job postings, and other helpful information.

The Champaign Fire Department is one of the largest firefighting entities within Central Illinois. The CFD is comprised of multiple divisions with diverse operations staffed by over 120 firefighters and professional staff.

For over 150 years, the Champaign Fire Department has stood as a beacon of safety, resilience, and community support. Our roots trace back to a time when horse-drawn fire apparatus roamed the streets, and the commitment to protecting lives and property was as strong as the brass buttons on a firefighter's uniform. Today, we proudly carry forward this legacy, adapting to modern challenges while staying true to the core principles that have guided us throughout history.

Fire Fighters respond to fire alarms and assist in extinguishing fires in the protection of lives and property; assist in cleaning and caring for apparatus, equipment, and quarters; administer first aid treatment; assist in rescue work in various emergencies; and inspect buildings for fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances.

To learn more about the first steps of the hiring process visit us here at champaignil.gov/fire.

Required Qualifications

U. S. Citizen or legally authorized to work in the United States (must meet I-9 requirements). Valid Driver's License. High School Diploma or equivalent. Must be 35 years of age by the date of the written examination, unless otherwise exempt by state statute and at least 21 years of age by date of hire. Must be able to provide proof of valid Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) and Ladder Climb Test certification at the time of conditional offer of employment. Some convictions, misdemeanors or serious traffic offenses may disqualify applicants from further consideration, if the criminal conviction history has a substantial relationship to the position applied for.

Contact the Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. if you require an accommodation to complete this application or during any phase of the application, interview, or employment process. The following locations offer free Internet access and assistance: Champaign Public Library, Champaign Public Library Douglass Branch, and the Illinois WorkNet Center.

The City of Champaign is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to promoting a work environment and a community that values and supports diversity and inclusion. Women, minorities and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The City of Champaign's mission is to provide responsive, caring, cost-effective service in partnership with our community. The following values guide our work: Personal Integrity, Responsibility, Respect, Teamwork, Results. The City of Champaign is committed to promoting a work environment and a community that values and supports diversity and inclusion. Learn more about the city's mission and values at champaignil.gov/city-managers-office.