Aurora, IL – Fire Cadet

The City of Aurora has opened application and testing for the position of Fire Cadet to establish an eligibility list.

Under direct supervision, the Fire Cadet will serve as a trainee to the position of Fire Private. The Fire Cadet will perform routine station assignments to obtain a working knowledge of fire functions. Duties include but are not limited to: Assisting with administrative tasks; Station cleaning and maintenance; Answering and directing phone calls and walk-in visitors; Assisting with station tours; Participating in ride-alongs; Moving vehicles for maintenance and logistics; Successfully progressing through educational programs (EMT-B, Paramedic); Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be between 17 to 20 years of age; Anyone 21 years of age or older will not qualify
• Must have attained at least senior class standing in high school on the date of test
• Must have graduated from an accredited high school, attained a GED, or a Home School certification through the Regional Superintendent of Schools at time of hire
• Must have a minimum high school grade point average of 2.0 on a scale of 4.0 or equivalent (Copy of unofficial high school/GED/home school transcript required to be uploaded at time of application)
• Must possess a Valid State of Illinois Class D driver’s license (Copy required to be uploaded at time of application)
• Must be a United States citizen at time of hire
• Must be able to successfully pass a polygraph, psychological exam, interview, background check, physical examination, and drug screen
• Must be able to work up to 20 hours per week between 8 am – 4 pm, Monday – Friday

BENEFITS:

• Excellent career path in Fire and EMS Services
• Tuition provided toward EMT-basic classes as well as paramedic school
• Part time work during school year and full time work during school breaks
• Beginning hourly pay is $16.09 with annual increases
• Excellent benefit package including medical, vision, and dental as well as PTO and sick time accruals
• Eligible to receive preference points when testing for the Aurora Fire Department Fire Private eligibility list by completing a certain number of years in the program and successfully completing educational requirements

HOW TO APPLY:

1. Applications should be submitted online https://www.aurora-il.org/2575/Fire-Cadet-Employment. You must upload a copy of your school transcript and a copy of your driver’s license (Must be in PDF or Doc format).
2. Applicants must pass the job simulation test. The exam consists of questions related to human relations, mechanical ability, math, and reading. Visit: www.nationaltestingnetwork.com to register and select testing location.

• • There is a non-refundable $65 fee to schedule the exam.
  • If you are interested in this opportunity but are unable to pay the fee, please complete the Hardship Waiver Form (click link to access) and return it via email to civilservice@aurora.il.us or to the HR Dept located in City Hall, 44 E. Downer Pl Aurora, IL 60507 (Please allow 5 business days for processing).
  • If you are part of the Aurora Fire Department Explorer Post and/or attend an Aurora High School, you are eligible to receive a voucher from Human Resources to cover the cost of the exam. We will use your transcript and/or the Explorer Post roster to verify eligibility. Please be sure to receive your voucher PRIOR to signing up for an exam as we will not be providing reimbursements after signing up for the exam.

To be considered, both the test and online application (including required documents) must be fully completed by November 15th, 2024.

Contact Information:
City of Aurora
Human Resources Department
44 E. Downer Place
Aurora, IL 60507
630-256-3430

civilservice@aurora.il.us

To learn more about the City of Aurora, IL, visit https://www.aurora-il.org/1111/About-Our-City

To learn more about employment with the Aurora Fire Department, visit: https://www.aurora-il.org/291/Join-AFD