Firefighter/Paramedic

Wood Dale Fire Protection District

Contact Information

Address:

Website:

• www.wdfd.org

Phone:

• 630-214-9671

Email:

• csteines@wdfd.org

Application Deadline:

• 10/18/24

Salary:

• $82,530 - $114,390 (Top Step After 3 Years)

  Benefits:

  • $3,000 additional stipends available for certifications and compounding longevity that starts at 5 years
  • Health, dental, vision and life insurance per CBA
  • Kelly Days, vacation time, personal days, sick time accrual, PEHP contribution and holidays
  • We embrace a culture that is devoted to training and personal/professional development

   

Sworn:

• 26

Population:

• 15,000

Position Details

JOIN OUR TEAM!

ONE IMMEDIATE OPENING

Candidates are required to complete the NTN FireTeam exam, PSSA & PHQ by the application deadline of October 18, 2024. The first round of applications will be processed on October 18, 2024, but candidates are welcome to continue applying after that date for future lists to fit the District's needs.

Department Overview:

The Wood Dale Fire Protection District employs 26 full-time sworn personnel and one full-time Administrative Assistant. We have 1 Fire Chief, 1 Deputy Chief, 3 Battalion Chiefs, 3 Lieutenants, and 18 firefighters covering 3 shifts working 24 hours on duty and 48 hours off duty. The Fire District operates out of two firehouses and answers approximately 2,500 calls for service each year, with 70% of our calls being EMS related. We are a proud member of MABAS Division 12, and equally proud of our ISO Class 2/2Y rating.

Being a smaller department allows our members an opportunity to be more involved in the day-to-day operations. Our members are encouraged and empowered to have extra duties beyond being a Firefighter/Paramedic.

We are an all-hazard department that embraces a culture that encourages training and personal & professional development. Our comprehensive training program assures that our members stay proficient at their current positions, while also being prepared for future promotions. We are part of a training cooperative that includes 3 neighboring departments, which allows us to conduct monthly auto aid drills. This training model has proven effective on emergency scenes, with seamless multi-jurisdictional operations. Over 80% of our members are active on a specialty team, which includes Technical Rescue, Water Rescue, Hazardous Materials, or Fire Investigation Task Force.

Area Information:

The Wood Dale Fire Protection District covers approximately 6 square miles in northeast DuPage County near O'Hare International Airport. Our Fire District is comprised of a mix of residential, commercial, and industrial. Most of our area is single family residential with a commercial corridor that runs through the center of town. We cover 10 residential high-rises with the tallest being 16 stories, and one upscale assisted living facility. The north side of our district is mostly industrial and adjoins a large Cook County industrial park. We also cover portions of the I-390 Expressway and a large unincorporated area. This gives our department a well-rounded call volume, without the repeat locations requiring a high volume of calls.

Population:

• 15,000 - Residential
• 35,000 - Daytime 

Minimum Requirements:

Mandatory:

You must register with the National Testing Network, submit your application, and successfully complete the FireTeam exam by the closing date.

Application & Testing Process Closes:

October 18, 2024

For More Information and To Apply Visit:

www.nationaltestingnetwork.com

Contact Information:

Deputy Chief Christopher Steines

630-214-9671

csteines@wdfd.org

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