Entry Level Firefighter/Paramedic

Morton Grove Fire Department - Entry Level Firefighter/Paramedic Last updated on September 11, 2026 PST Partner Agency since April 03, 2026 Testing Deadline: October 27, 2026. To apply, you must complete the following: Register with Public Safety Testing and successfully pass their written firefighter exam. Proof of Citizenship or legal eligibility to work in the US Read Description None CPAT Certification Verifiable CPAT from within one year of test date. Read More None Certifications/licenses Any fire service or job related certifications ( I.E. CPR Card, Special Rescue, Haz Mat, FAE, or other related certificates) Read More None EMT Certification None Trade Experience Proof of work experience in a trade related profession. A letter from employer or paystubs may be used. None Paramedic Certification Illinois State certified EMT-Paramedic None OSFM Basic Operations Firefighter Office of the State Fire Marshal Basic Operations Firefighter Certification obtained from NIPSTA, Romeoville Fire Academy, or IFSI Academy None College Transcripts/Diploma Associate’s Degree from an accredited college/university in the field of Fire Science or Emergency Medical Services (EMS) = (2points) or Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college/university in any field of study= (4 points) Verified by a copy of the diploma and certified copy of transcripts None Morton Grove Fire Department - Entry Level Firefighter/Paramedic Requirements Category Requirement Required at time of... Test Hire Written Examination Yes, required Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) Yes, required as described below Within 1 year prior to the written test. PST Personal History Statement Yes, required within 7 days of passing required exam(s) Minimum Age Must be 20 years old to apply. Must be 21 at time of hire. Maximum Age for Exam: Applicants must be under 35 years of age to take the civil service/entry examination. Unless excepted by Illinois Municipal Code (65 ILCS 5/) Citizenship Legally Eligible to Work in the US High School Grad/ GED Yes Driver's License Required Yes Felony Conviction(s) as an Adult None. Ability to Read, Speak & Write the English Language Yes Vision Requirements Must meet LEOFF II standards. College Requirement No Prior Experience Requirement No Veterans Preference Points Yes EMT Certification No Other Preference Points Category Criteria for Award Max Points Veteran Status At least one year of active service in the military service of the United States (i.e. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard).Honorable discharge or current active/inactive reserve status. Verified DD-214 or proof of current reserve status. 5 pts. Educational Status Associate’s Degree from an accredited college/university in the field of Fire Science or Emergency Medical Services (EMS) = (2points)Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college/university in any field of study= (4 points) Verified by a copy of the diploma and certified copy of transcripts 4 pts. max.(not cumulative) Paramedic Illinois State certified EMT-Paramedic 5 pts. OSFM Basic Operations Firefighter Office of the State Fire Marshal Basic Operations Firefighter Certification obtained from NIPSTA, Romeoville Fire Academy, or IFSI Academy 3 pts. Background/Skills Min. of 2 years of employment in an occupation considered to be "trade related" and have practical application to the fire service (i.e. carpenter, electrician, plumber, laborer, automotive/vehicle technician (mechanic, etc.) = (2 points) -Demonstrated by verifiable and applicable work history 2 pts Firefighter 1 Certification No Firefighter 2 Certification No Paramedic Certification No Prior FF Experience Required No Prior EMT Experience Required No Contact Information Morton Grove Fire Department - Entry Level Firefighter/Paramedic 6250 Lincoln Ave. Morton Grove, IL 60053-2852Cook County View phone number on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr