Valid driver's license at the time of application; Valid Illinois driver's license due at time of hire
Be at least twenty-one (21) years of age, but not older than thirty-five (35) years of age by the date of the written exam except as otherwise provided by statute.
Attend and pass the written exam, orientation, and all phases of testing, which can include polygraph test, background investigation, psychological assessment, and functional physical evaluation
Must hold EMT-B, EMT-I or EMT-P license (nationally or IDPH licensed) at the time of application. Must also be valid at the time of hire
Must have successfully completed the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) and Ladder Climb Exercise with one year period to the date of the written exam.
Completion of at least 60 semester hours of college credit and/or evidence of OSFM equivalent training or experience, acceptable to the Village of Palatine Fire and Police Commission
Must have primary residence in Illinois prior to appointment as a probationary firefighter