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Hiring Process 2023-2

Danville Fire Department is currently accepting applications for the positions of Firefighter/EMT and Firefighter/Paramedic. We have opportunities available for both Full-Time and Part-Time.

Lateral Transfers are encouraged to apply!

Employment Requirements:

In order to be considered for appointment to the Danville Fire Department the applicant must meet the following pre-employment requirements (this list is not all-inclusive):

  • Applicant must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
  • The applicant must have a high school diploma or its equivalent (GED) at the time of application.
  • The applicant must be legally able to work in the United States.
  • The applicant cannot be employed if he/she has a felony conviction on their record.
  • The applicant must have valid Indiana Drivers License.
  • Currently State of Indiana certified EMT or Paramedic
  • Currently State of Indiana certified Firefighter I/II
  • Meet PERF 77 Police and Firefighter Pension age requirement of less than 36 years of age at the time of hire, or currently be a member of 1977 PERF Pension Fund.
  • Applicants must have a valid CPAT card for any (full-time firefighter position). *Not required for Civilian or Part-Time Positions.
  • Full-Time applicants hired will be required to successfully complete and pass the approved Department probationary program.

Are you ready for the challenge to serve and protect?

We currently serve approximately 12,000 residents of Town of Danville, Center Township and Marion Township in Hendricks County. Danville Fire Department responds to approximately 2300 calls per year.

Full-Time Career Opportunities

Full-Time
Firefighter/EMT

Annual Salary $60,165.56

Progressive Time Off

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Life Insurance

Supplemental Plans

EAP Program

Full-Time
Firefighter/Paramedic

Annual Salary $64,171.64

Progressive Time Off

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Life Insurance

Supplemental Plans

EAP Program

Full-Time
Civilian Paramedic

Annual Salary $62,161.58

Progressive Time Off

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Life Insurance

Supplemental Plans

EAP Program



Part-Time Career Opportunities

Part-Time
Firefighter/EMT

Hourly Pay $15.00

Part-Time
Firefighter/Paramedic

Hourly Pay $19.00

Part-Time
Civilian Paramedic

Hourly Pay $18.00



Now Hiring Civilian Paramedics Positions Available for Part-Time and Full-Time

Probationary Full-Time Firefighter / EMT or Paramedic Pay will be $2080.06 Bi-Weekly for the 6-Month Probationary Period.

Application FAQs

Incomplete or incorrectly completed applications will be disqualified. Any application not completed following directions will also be disqualified. All applications are considered final once they are submitted to the Danville Fire Department. (Any changes in applicant contact information will be accepted by contacting the Danville Fire Department Administrative Office).

Applicants whose applications are accepted will interview with the Danville Fire Department's selected hiring board. The committee will score each applicant.

The Danville Fire Department will score each application based on their oral interview, certification and experience.

The Danville Fire Department will conduct background checks of applicants to examine the applicants' character, habits and reputation. Background checks may be conducted before the certification of the eligibility list, before the notification of a conditional offer of employment , and/or after a conditional offer of employment has been extended.

Appointment Process FAQs

When a vacancy occurs in the department, The Fire Chief will contact the applicants in order of the approved hiring list to make a conditional offer of employment. Any such offer that is declined will result in the applicant's removal from the approved hiring list.

The department will schedule a physical and psychiatric examination as required by the Indiana Public Retirement System's (INPRS) 1977 Police and Firefighter's Fund. The results of these tests are then forwarded to the state's PERF review board for approval. The PERF review board could ask for retests in areas at its discretion. The review board will make a determination of pass, pass with exceptions or fail.

Once the applicant has passed all the required INPRS examinations by state and local pension boards, the person appointed must subscribe to and take the Oath of Office scheduled by the Fire Chief.

Hiring Process Information

Information and Downloads regarding employment with the Danville Fire Department.

Town of Danville Benefit Guide
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Town of Danville Health Insurance Information
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Fire
EMS
Special Operations

Mission:

The primary mission of the Danville Fire Department Fire Prevention & Code Enforcement Division is to provide the citizens of Danville and communities served with the highest level of life safety, environmental preservation and property protection from the hazards of fire in all Class I structures.

Utilizing the efforts of the Fire Chief, Fire Marshal and Fire Inspectors, this mission shall be attained through the education of our citizens about fire and life safety, as well as the enforcement of all current building and fire protection codes, adopted by the State of Indiana and the Town of Danville, through fire and life safety inspections, fire investigations, and the plan review process.

Services:

Working together for a safer community, this Fire Prevention & Code Enforcement Division serves our response district by:

  • Reviewing site and construction plans for all new commercial occupancies, apartment complexes and subdivisions
  • Examining all fire protection plans (Fire alarm, sprinkler, and alternate suppression systems)
  • Performing necessary new construction inspections
  • Conducting existing site inspections and necessary compliance inspections
  • Fire Investigation to determine the cause and origin of fires
  • Youth Fire Setter Intervention Program
  • Public Education

Fire Marshal

Above Ceiling Pre-Inspection Checklist
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Building Final Pre-Inspection Checklist
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Fire Protection Permit Application
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Kitchen and Fire Suppression Final Pre-Inspection Checklist
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Plan Review and Inspection Flow Chart
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Rough-In and Framing Pre-Inspection Checklist
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KnoxBox Information

Commercial - Brochures & Specs (6 Documents)
Residential - Brochures & Specs (6 Documents)
Danville Fire Department is currently accepting applications for Firefighter / Paramedic. Lateral Transfers for this position are also being accepted. You may apply online by clicking on the link below.

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We are very excited to announce that Hendricks Power Cooperative has donated $2500 to our 2021 Danville Police & Fire Summer Camp and will be the title sponsor for the event! This three-day camp will provide our local youth with an opportunity to have positive interactions with Danville police officers and firefighters and also provide education regarding what our agencies do on a daily basis. Campers will be provided camp t-shirts, hats, and water bottles, backpacks and lunch will be provided daily. The camp will include many activities, including an interactive water safety presentation with the Danville Fire Scuba Dive Team at the Gill Aquatic Center (campers will need swim suits), a crime scene investigation and evidence collection activity, hands-on smoke house education and scenarios, police K9 demonstrations and so much more! We are so excited to host this camp for the second year (last year was cancelled due to COVID) and we are beyond thankful for the Hendricks Power Cooperative sponsorship!

Subcategories

These courses are intended for anyone with little or no medical training who requires a course completion card for job, regulatory (e.g., OSHA), or other requirements. These courses can also be taken by anyone who wants to be prepared for an emergency in any setting. Please contact your employer to ensure that you are selecting the correct course from the list below.


Our Address

77 N. Kentucky Street
Danville, IN 46122

1-317-745-4180