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Entry-Level Firefighter

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City of Champaign

Champaign, IL (In Person)

$75,867 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 1 day ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 8/6/2026

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Job Description

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 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 yearsofagebythedateofhire.
Note:
Some convictions, misdemeanors or serious traffic offences 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 .