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  • Entry-Level Firefighter

  • City Of Champaign
  • Champaign, Illinois 61825 United States View Map
Entry-Level Firefighter

OPENING DATE: July 1, 2026

CLOSING DATE: August 31, 2026

APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSTING ARE BEING ACCEPTED FOR ENTRY-LEVEL FIREFIGHTER RECRUITMENT TESTING

The City of Champaign is accepting applications for the position of Entry-Level Firefighter.

Required Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • U. S. Citizen or legally authorized to work in the United States (must meet I-9 requirements).
  • Valid Driver's License.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • 21 years of age by the date of hire.
  • Note: Some convictions, misdemeanors or serious traffic offenses may disqualify applicants from further consideration, if the criminal conviction history has a substantial relationship to the position applied for:

Medical, physical, and psychological examinations and a criminal background check will be required. The starting annual salary is $75,867 plus an excellent fringe benefits package; $83,593 after one year.

Applications must be submitted online to: www.applytoserve.com.

Contact the Human Resources Department at (217) 403-8770 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. if you require an accommodation to complete this application or during any phase of the application, interview, or employment process. The following locations offer free Internet access and assistance: Champaign Public Library, Champaign Public Library Douglass Branch, and the Illinois WorkNet Center.

The City of Champaign is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to promoting a work environment and a community that values and supports diversity and inclusion. Women, minorities and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The City of Champaign's mission is to provide responsive, caring, cost-effective service in partnership with our community. The following values guide our work: Personal Integrity, Responsibility, Respect, Teamwork, Results. The City of Champaign is committed to promoting a work environment and a community that values and supports diversity and inclusion. Learn more about the city's mission and values at

Entry-Level Firefighter

OPENING DATE: July 1, 2026

CLOSING DATE: August 31, 2026

APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSTING ARE BEING ACCEPTED FOR ENTRY-LEVEL FIREFIGHTER RECRUITMENT TESTING

The City of Champaign is accepting applications for the position of Entry-Level Firefighter.

Required Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • U. S. Citizen or legally authorized to work in the United States (must meet I-9 requirements).
  • Valid Driver's License.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • 21 years of age by the date of hire.
  • Note: Some convictions, misdemeanors or serious traffic offenses may disqualify applicants from further consideration, if the criminal conviction history has a substantial relationship to the position applied for:

Medical, physical, and psychological examinations and a criminal background check will be required. The starting annual salary is $75,867 plus an excellent fringe benefits package; $83,593 after one year.

Applications must be submitted online to: www.applytoserve.com.

Contact the Human Resources Department at (217) 403-8770 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. if you require an accommodation to complete this application or during any phase of the application, interview, or employment process. The following locations offer free Internet access and assistance: Champaign Public Library, Champaign Public Library Douglass Branch, and the Illinois WorkNet Center.

The City of Champaign is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to promoting a work environment and a community that values and supports diversity and inclusion. Women, minorities and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The City of Champaign's mission is to provide responsive, caring, cost-effective service in partnership with our community. The following values guide our work: Personal Integrity, Responsibility, Respect, Teamwork, Results. The City of Champaign is committed to promoting a work environment and a community that values and supports diversity and inclusion. Learn more about the city's mission and values at

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