Job Description
The Naperville Board of Fire and Police Commission is accepting applications for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic.

Please note there is no application fee.

Please direct ALL QUESTIONS regarding the application, required documents or testing before the application date to (800) 343-HIRE (4473) or https://iosolutions.com

Additional information is located on the City’s Careers Page.

Duties
The Naperville Fire Department is responsible for protecting approximately 153,000 residents living in a 50 square mile area. A nationally accredited agency, the Naperville Fire Department’s mission is to safeguard the lives and property of the citizens of Naperville. This is accomplished by providing professional, quality fire prevention and public education programs as well as effective and efficient fire suppression, emergency medical, rescue and other emergency services.

Over the past two decades, the Naperville Fire Department has experienced rapid growth. The fire department has ten fire stations strategically placed throughout the city. This past year the Naperville Fire Department has updated and renovated its headquarters station, providing individual bunkrooms for members. The department is scheduled to update two more stations next year and continue to renovate our existing stations to better provide for our line personnel. Currently, the department employs more than 200 sworn personnel manning six engines, two heavy duty rescue squads, eight paramedic ambulances, two front line ladder trucks, and two Battalion Commander vehicles 24 hours a day.

In 2025, the Naperville Professional Firefighters and the City of Naperville agreed on a new collective bargaining agreement. Naperville Firefighter/Paramedic starting compensation will be $85,257.71 as of January 2026. Additional benefits for firefighters include an immediate increase to step 5 ($106,841.67) for any firefighter/paramedic who has five years or more of experience, their Advanced Technician Firefighter Certification through the Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal and has successfully completed their twelve-month probation with the Naperville Fire Department. For any RN’s, the starting rate will be $82,896 and will move up to $85,257.71 once they have gone through the Paramedic Bridge Program through Edward Hospital and successfully passed the National Certified Paramedic Exam.
Qualifications
Citizenship: Must be a citizen of the United Sates.
Age: Must be at least nineteen (19) years of age and under thirty-five (35) by the date of testing, unless otherwise exempt by statute. Minimum age for appointment to the position of Firefighter/Paramedic is twenty-one (21).
Education: Must be a high school graduate or equivalent (GED) at time of application.
Licensure: Must be licensed as an Illinois EMT/Paramedic OR have passed the National Certified Paramedic Exam at the time of the background screen; OR be a current licensed RN able to go through the Paramedic Bridge Program through Edward Hospital.
Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) and Ladder Climb Certification: Must have successfully completed the CPAT and Ladder Climb Exercise.
Character: Must possess good moral character suitable to the role of a Firefighter/Paramedic. Must pass a thorough character and background investigation, which shall include a polygraph test.
Other: Must pass a medical examination and psychological assessment.
Must meet all requirements of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners Rules, City of Naperville Municipal Code, and laws of the State of Illinois.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION – These documents will be required upon the start of the screening/background process:

Copy of birth record
Copy of high school diploma or GED
Copy of valid driver’s license, front and back
Copy of valid CPAT and Ladder Climb Certification
Three (3) reference letters
Copy of IDPH Paramedic License (EMT-P) or proof of passing the National Certified Paramedic Exam, OR current RN License

Please direct ALL QUESTIONS regarding the application, required documents or testing before the application date to (800) 343-HIRE (4473) or https://iosolutions.com/

Additional Information
The City of Naperville, Illinois is a dynamic community of approximately 153,000 residents, conveniently located 28 miles west of Chicago. Various publications have named Naperville as one of the best cities in the United States in which to live. The City has gained national recognition for our family-friendly environment, excellent schools and library system, low crime rate, and vibrant downtown area. It’s also a great place to work! Our municipal government employs over 900 dedicated individuals in a wide range of job categories and provides a collaborative working environment, a forward-looking leadership team, and a competitive benefits package.

ACCESS AND COMPLETE YOUR APPLICATION AT:

https://iosolutions.

The Lombard Fire Department is accepting applications for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic through 2pm on Friday, Sept 26th. The Department is seeking qualified applicants to join its highly skilled team of professionals. There are currently five (5) positions available. Learn more at www.villageoflombard.org/LFDjobs

Application Deadline: September 26, 2025 at 2:00 p.m.
Starting Salary: $86,800
You must meet the following minimum requirements by the application deadline:

• U.S. Citizen.
• At least 20 years of age by the date of application, and at least 21 years of age at time of conditional offer of employment. Not older than 35 by time of appointment.
• No felony convictions.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Present a valid CPAT with Ladder Climb – must be dated within 12 months of the application deadline.
• Possess a valid IDPH or Nationally Registered Basic license (EMT-B) due at time of hire.
• Candidates will be required to obtain a paramedic license after hiring as outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.

Required Documentation due by 2:00 p.m. (CST) on 9/26/2025:

• Online Application – available after download
• Consent and Release Form (2 pages) – available after download
• Copy of high school diploma or GED
• Copy of valid driver’s license
• Copy of birth record – can include: U.S. County/State issued birth certificate, U.S. Passport, or Naturalization papers
• Copy of CPAT and Ladder Climb Card(s) dated no earlier than May 10, 2023
• Optional copy of valid Illinois IDPH EMT-B or EMT-Paramedic License (paramedic due at time of hire)
• Virtual Testing Information:
Candidates must take the mandatory written examination the week of October 20th, 2025. The exam will be administered virtually and you will take the exam in your own home. Sessions will be offered during business hours – no nights or weekends dates/times will be offered. It is your responsibility to ensure you have the flexibility to test during these times. Exact dates/times will be released at a later time.

Application Process Information:
When you have completed the online application you will receive a confirmation number. You will also need to print and sign the required release form and gather required documentation (listed above) for submission to IOS Recruitment by the application deadline. Failure to complete any portion of the application process will eliminate you for further consideration.

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