The Oak Forest Fire Department is hiring part-time firefighter/paramedics
Do I qualify?
To qualify for consideration the applicant
must possess the following certifications/licenses AND
attach the appropriate paperwork to the application email reply:
- Illinois Certified Basic Operations Firefighter or Firefighter II
- Illinois Licensed Paramedic.
- Valid Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) qualification with ladder climb endorsement, within the last 12 months.
- Current CPR card
If you qualify, download the City of Oak Forest application for employment to your desktop by clicking the button below.
Once you have completed the downloaded application, you can click the SUBMIT FORM button within the form to attach it directly to an email. Applications should be sent to Human Resources Manager Bridget DiSanto.
REMINDER: You will need to manually attach the required certifications/license paperwork files to the same email.
For additional information, please contact Human Resources Manager Bridget DiSanto at 708-687-4050 x1020 or Fire Chief Gary Kasper at 708-687-6050.
How can I become qualified?
If you don’t currently possess the certifications/licenses listed above, the following links provide insight in obtaining them:
Basic Operations Firefighter Certification
MABAS Division 24 Training Academy
Moraine Valley Community College
Romeoville Fire Academy
EMT Certification
South Suburban College
Moraine Valley Community College
Paramedic Certification
South Cook County EMSS
Christ Hospital Emergency Medical Services