Employment opportunities as a Recruit are available based on certifications.

If you are a certified Firefighter and/or EMT-P or EMT-B, you may qualify for a position.

To submit a part-time employment application, CLICK HERE

For individuals that are not dualed certified, see below for educational opportunities.

If you are interested in obtaining your BOF certification, CLICK HERE for BOF Academy details.

For additional information, email FF/PM Sean Darlak, sdarlak@elburnfire.gov

Elburn and Countryside Fire Protection District hosts a Basic Operation Firefighter (BOF) class annually. 

The BOF class generally runs from early January through May.

Classes are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm and typically 8:00 am - 5:00 pm on Saturdays. 

If you are interested in obtaining your EMT-B certification, CLICK HERE for EMT-B Class details.

For additional information, email Lt. Kristy Suriano, ksuriano@elburnfire.gov

Elburn and Countryside Fire Protection District hosts an EMT-B class annually.

Classes will meet Monday and Wednesday evenings from 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm and Saturdays from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. 

The entire course will be approximately twelve weeks long and will begin in the fall.