Accepting Applications for Part-Time Positions

The Beecher Fire Protection District is currently accepting applications for Part-Time Firefighter/Paramedics and Part-Time Firefighter/EMT-Basics

Department Overview

The Beecher Fire Protection District’s administration is dedicated to providing a progressive fire department for the community through personal and professional development of its staff. The BFPD operates with a part-time staff of 47 Firefighter/Paramedics and EMT-Basics, 3 full-time contract Lieutenant/Paramedics, 3 full-time contract Firefighter/Paramedics, a full-time Fire Chief, a part-time Deputy Chief, a part-time Assistant Chief from one fire station located at 711 Penfield Street.

The Beecher Fire Protection District (BFPD) is an all-hazards ISO Class 2 fire department, responding to 1,200 calls for service annually to the residents of the Village of Beecher, Washington Township, and portions of Will Township. BFPD is an active organization within MABAS Division 27 and offers opportunities to participate in specialty teams: Combined Agency Response Team, Hazardous Materials, Water Rescue, and Fire/Arson Investigations.

Job Description

The FF/PM or FF/EMT-B performs duties in the areas of emergency medical, fire suppression, hazardous materials, specialized technical rescue responses, fire prevention, and public education activities. These duties are above average in physical and mental difficulty. The FF/PM, FF/EMT-B is expected to maintain themselves, and all equipment in an “at the ready” status to respond. Responses will be at all hours of the day and night and in all types of weather. The FF/PM, FF/EMT-B position involves considerable public contact, preparation of thorough and complete written reports, reading comprehension, and public speaking. FF/PMs, FF/EMT-Bs are scheduled 12 to 24 hours on duty.

Qualifications:

• Have a high school diploma or GED
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Certified Basic Operations Firefighter with the Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal
• IDPH licensed EMT-Basic; Paramedic preferred, with the ability to test into the Riverside EMS System
• Will accept single-role paramedics on a case-by-case basis ( District will send to fire academy)
• Have a valid Driver's License
• Not have any felony convictions

Requirements:

• New hires will be required to meet all department training and education requirements
• New hires will be responsible for patient care and completing all necessary patient care report forms
• New hires will perform interior and exterior structural firefighting operations
• New hires will be required to become familiar with district vehicles, operations, and Riverside EMS System and Region 7 SMO’s and BFPD policy and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits:

• Firefighter / EMT-Basic Pay: $18.50 / hr
• Firefighter / Paramedic Pay: $21.00 / hr
• New hires can work up to 212 hours in a 28-day period (This does not include department training time or call-back time during major events)
• $1.00 / hr pay increase for apparatus operators
• 13 Paid holidays (time and a half)
• Education tuition reimbursement

The selection process will include:

• Oral interview
• Background check including references
• Pre-employment medical evaluation including vision and other requirements in accordance with the most current National Fire Protection Association Standard on Comprehensive Occupational Medical Program for Fire Districts (NFPA 1582)

To apply:

Follow the link below:

      Employment Application

The completed application and required documents must be dropped off in person at the Beecher Fire Protection District Administrative Office 711 Penfield Street Beecher, IL 60401 - Monday through Friday from 8 AM – 4 PM.

CAREER LIEUTENANT/ PARAMEDIC 

The Beecher Fire Protection District is seeking qualified applicants to establish an eligibility list for the position of Lieutenant/ Paramedic with the District.

Starting Salary: $75,000

Qualifications:

Applicant must be at least 21 years of age and under 35 years of age at the time of submission of an application, unless otherwise provided by state or federal law

Be authorized to work in the United States

Have a high school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Possess a valid Class B non-CDL driver’s license

Be licensed as a Paramedic in the State of Illinois (IDPH-EMT-P) at the time of application.

Certified Advanced Technician Firefighter through the Office of the State Fire Marshal in the State of Illinois at the time of application.

Certified Company Fire Officer through the Office of the State Fire Marshal in the State of Illinois at the time of application.

Certified Fire Department Incident Safety Officer through the Office of the State Fire Marshal in the State of Illinois at the time of application.

Current Blue Card Incident Command Certification at the time of application.  

Applications will be available to qualified candidates Wednesday, March 26^th, 2025 – Friday, April 11^th, 2025 between the hours of 8:00am – 4:00pm, Monday- Friday at the Beecher Fire Protection District Administrative Office, 711 Penfield Street, Beecher, IL.

Completed applications must be returned no later than 3:30pm Friday, April 11^th, 2025. Applications may be returned in person or via email to akoehne@beecherfire.org Failure to complete the application in its entirety shall be grounds for rejection from the process. Applicants must attend/complete the following:

Mandatory Orientation April 22^nd, 2025 7pm – 711 Penfield Street Beecher, IL 60401

Pass the National Testing Network Examination with a score of 70 or higher (40% of overall score)

Present a current and valid CPAT and Ladder Climb issued by a licensed agency at the time of hire or pass the physical agility test (Date TBD)

Complete an oral interview with Board of Fire Commissioners (60% of overall score)

Pass a thorough background investigation

Pass a comprehensive medical examination

The Rules and Regulations of the Board of Fire Commissioners, Beecher Fire Protection District, will govern all facets of the hiring process. A copy is available for viewing at the Beecher Fire Protection District Administrative Office. If you have any questions, please contact us at (708) 946-6585 Ext 4001.

The Beecher Fire Protection District is an equal opportunity employer.