The Village of La Grange is looking for qualified candidates for a firefighter position.
Applications and required documents must be submitted to IOS Recruitment by 2 p.m. May 1, according to the job listing.
The La Grange Board of Fire and Police Commissioners appoints all firefighters. To be considered for employment, candidates must meet the following requirements:
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- $35 non-refundable application fee
- Be a United States citizen
- No felony convictions
- Possess a valid driver’s license
- Possess a high school diploma or its equivalent
- Current EMT-B certification at time of application (Note: At the time of hire, the applicant must possess a certified EMT-P Paramedic License from the State of Illinois)
- Be at least 21 and under 35 years of age at the time of application, or as otherwise provided by the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners Act (65 ILCS 5/10-2.1)
- Submit proof of a valid Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) and Approved Ladder Climb card from a licensed agency. Card must be dated within one year of the application deadline (valid if issued May 1, 2014 through May 1, 2015). Candidate must possess a valid and current CPAT card and Approved Ladder Climb card at time of appointment.
A candidate orientation and written exam will be conducted on June 13 at Lyons Township High School, 100 S. Brainard Ave. La Grange.
Click here for more information about the application process.
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Contact IOS Recruitment at recruitment@iosolutions.org or call (800)-343-HIRE with questions.
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