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.