Posted: April 9, 2026 | Deadline: April 17, 2026 at 3:00 PM
The Town of Cedar Lake Fire Department is now accepting applications and lateral transfers for the emergency hire of full-time Firefighter/Paramedic or full-time Firefighter/EMT-Basic.
Job Function: Full-Time Firefighter/Paramedic or Firefighter/EMT-Basic
Job Location: Cedar Lake Fire Department | 9430 W 133rd Avenue, Cedar Lake, IN 46303
Compensation: This position has a maximum hourly rate of $25.82 for Firefighter/Paramedic and $20.28 for Firefighter/EMT. A comprehensive benefits package includes health insurance with medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance; participation in the Indiana Public Retirement System 1977 Police Officers’ & Firefighters’ Retirement Fund; paid time off; and vacation. The Town of Cedar Lake also offers an employee assistance program through Franciscan Health.
Job Summary: The Town of Cedar Lake Fire Department serves and protects over 16,000 citizens within a rapidly growing community. The department provides emergency medical and fire response, plan reviews, building inspections, public education, community outreach, and more.
Minimum Requirements:
- Be currently enrolled in the 1977 Police Officers’ and Firefighters’ Pension Fund
- State of Indiana / Nationally Accredited EMT-Basic (minimum)
- State of Indiana Firefighter II certification
- Valid State of Indiana Driver’s License
- High school diploma or equivalent
Applicants must submit a resume and completed application, and pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
Completed application and documents can be submitted:
- In person to the Office of the Clerk-Treasurer at Town Hall, 7408 Constitution Avenue, Cedar Lake, IN 46303
- Online at https://cedarlakein.gov/submit-an-application-for-employment/
- As a PDF attachment to jobs@cedarlakein.gov.
Applications are available at the Town Hall or the Town’s website at www.cedarlakein.gov.
Application Deadline: April 17, 2026, at 3:00 PM