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Recruitment:

We are currently accepting applications for probationary firefighters. Applications can be hand delivered, mailed with attention to Deputy Chief Smith, or submitted electronically.

The Savoy Fire Department would like to thank you for your interest in our department.  Serving your community as a firefighter is a great way to help others. The position of firefighter takes a special type of person that is willing to give of their time to train and educate themselves. They must prepare mentally and physically to respond to emergencies in our community.

The Savoy Fire Department also hires new members and volunteers who have special talents and job skills to help support the firefighting and emergency response aspect of the organization.

The Savoy Fire Department hires new applicants at least Twice per year and possibly more frequently than that based on the needs of the department and the number of applications it has received.


If you have any questions feel free to email hrdepartment@savoyfd.com or Contact Acting Assistant Chief Sam Smith at: (217) 359-5814.

Application Requirements:

  • Must have the ability to:

    • Communicate well with others.
    • Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
    • Work as a strong team player with a commitment to group success.
    • Multi-tasks, thinks, and acts quickly in emergency situations if in a responder position.
    • Listen to others and ask good questions.
    • Be dependable, reliable, responsible, and possess integrity.

Residency Requirement:

  • Must live:

    • South of Kirby Ave in Champaign/Florida Ave in Urbana (CR 1500 N)
    • North of Monticello Rd (CR 1000N)
    • East of Staley (CR 800 N)
    • West of Philo Rd (CR 1450 E)

Additional Information:

Pre-employment applicants must successfully complete and pass the following:

  • Reference Check
  • Background Check
  • Panel Interview
  • Physical Screening
  • Medical Evaluation
  • Two Orientation Sessions

All new hires are subject to completion of a minimum nine-month probationary period. Additionally applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • Applicants must be over the age of 19 at the time of appointment.
  • Applicants must possess a valid Driver’s License.
  • Applicants must have no felony convictions. The Savoy Fire Department is a licensed Emergency Medical Services organization and therefore are required by law to have members who can be licensed to provide medical services/have access to medical records.
  • Applicants must have a High School Diploma or G.E.D.
  • Applicants must be able to perform firefighting tasks, rescue operations, and other emergency response actions under stressful conditions while wearing personal protective ensemble and self-contained breathing apparatus. This includes climbing ladders working at considerable heights and working in extremely hot or cold environments for prolonged time periods to name a few.

To fill out the Online application Click Here

Contact Information:
106 West Tomaras Avenue (Station)
Savoy, IL 61874
Phone: (217) 359-5814
Fax: (217) 359-7295
Email: hrdepartment@savoyfd.com