Part-Time Firefighter/Firefighter-Paramedic

Part-time Hiring (No Experience Necessary)

The Position

As a member of the fire department, and under the general supervision of an officer, responds to medical emergencies, fires, and other emergency incidents to provide fire suppression and emergency medical service; operates and maintains a variety of rescue and firefighting apparatus and equipment; participates in firefighting, hazardous materials, and other special teams incidents; fire prevention and training activities.

This position involves working 12-hour shifts and responding off-duty as necessary.

On recommendation of the Fire Chief, this position is appointed by the Board of Trustees and is a part-time, non-commissioned, non-pensioned, at-will employee of the District. 

Newly hired part-time Firefighters who do not possess First Responder, Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (EMT-B), and Basic Operations Firefighter (BOFF) certifications will be sent by the McHenry Township Fire Protection District (MTFPD) to those courses at McHenry County College.

• As part of an Initial Training Agreement, individuals are responsible for the cost of course tuition and textbooks for these courses and will then be reimbursed over a defined period of time by the MTFPD.
• Complete and detailed information will be provided at the candidate orientation session.

All Firefighters are required to become licensed Paramedics through the Illinois Department of Public Health within 5 years of their hire date. Individuals are responsible for the cost of course tuition and textbooks for these courses and will then be reimbursed for a defined period of time by the MTFPD.

Minimum Qualifications to Apply

• High school diploma, G.E.D. certificate, or equivalent.
• Legal resident of the United States of America.
• Able to read and write the English language
• Possess a valid State Driver's License, Illinois or Wisconsin equivalent (for Wisconsin residents if applicable).
• 21 years of age or older, or 
• Between the ages of 18 and 21, and 
  • actively enrolled, and have a minimum of one (1) semester of college completed towards the attainment of an associate's degree in Fire Science, or
• Between the ages of 18 and 21, and have graduated from a fire department Cadet or Explorer program.
• Official, sealed college transcripts will be required at the time of application.

Application Requirements

1. Carefully review the minimum qualifications to ensure that you are qualified to test.
2. Successfully complete FireTeam testing through the National Testing Network (NTN) at www.nationaltestingnetwork.com by choosing McHenry Township Fire Protection District. 
   • Scores from candidates who previously completed the test through NTN within one (1) year of the deadline established by the MTFPD will be accepted.
   • Successful completion of the NTN test requires the following minimum scoring:
     • Human Relations 70%
     • Mechanical Ability 60%
     • Math 70%
     • Reading 80%
   • Candidates must attain the minimum score in each area to be considered further.
3. Complete a valid CPAT test, including the optional ladder climb, within one (1) year of the deadline established by the MTFPD.
   • Attach a copy in the document section
4. Submit a completed Employment Application and all required documentation by the deadline set by the MTFPD.
5. Candidates will be contacted regarding the remaining steps in the testing and hiring process after the deadline.

Questions regarding the NTN testing process should be directed to NTN at 1-866-563-3882.

CPAT testing facilities:

• National Testing Network https://www.nationaltestingnetwork.com
• Northeastern Illinois Public Safety Training Academy website https://www.nipsta.org/176/Firefighter- Testing
• Naperville FD website - https://www.naperville.il.us/services/naperville-fire-department/programs-and-services/candidate-physical-ability-test-cpat-in-naperville/
• Huntley FPD website - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cpat-candidate-physical-ability-test-tickets-151645763561
• MABAS Division 24 website - http://mabas24.org/index.php/cpat
• Central Illinois Fire Chiefs Association - https://centralillinoisfirechiefs.com/CPAT/CPAT.aspx
• Or by searching 'CPAT' on the internet

Prospective applicants should note that the registration deadline for the CPAT may be several weeks prior to the event.

Questions regarding the McHenry Township Fire Protection District can be directed to Deputy Chief Karen Bush, [email protected]