DeKalb Fire Fighters Local 1236

Today, we pause to remember and honor the lives lost and the heroes who showed incredible courage and selflessness. We remember the families, friends and communities who continue to carry their memories.
Their sacrifice will never be forgotten. May we always honor their legacy with gratitude, unity and compassion.🇺🇸

Start your career today at the DeKalb Illinois Fire Department!

Written exam deadline: 10/11/2026
City of DeKalb application deadline: 10/14/2026
For more information, or to apply, visit our website: www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofdekalb

Start your journey today – apply to be a Firefighter/Paramedic with the City of DeKalb!

Written exam deadline: 10/11/2026
City of DeKalb application deadline: 10/14/2026

For more information, or to apply, visit our website: www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofdekalb

Pre-sale ends today for the new DeKalb Project Fire Buddies shirts!! Attached is the link to secure your shirt: https://www.pfbswag.com/collections/dekalb-pre-sale

DeKalb Fire Fighters Local 1236 is proud to announce the presale of great looking DeKalb Project Fire Buddies shirts and sweatshirts! Scan the QR code below or find us at Dekalb Corn Fest to secure your presale shirt and other Project Fire Buddies merch!!!

DeKalb Firefighters Local 1236 Honor Guard has created a fundraiser in memoriam of our brother FF/PM Juan Gasca after his tragic passing earlier this year. Attached below is the link to purchase shirts, sweatshirts, and koozies. The store will remain open until the last day of September. Thank you for your support!

https://gascafundraiser.itemorder.com/shop/home/

🔥Interested in becoming a DeKalb Firefighter? 🔥
Applications for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic are now open!

The deadline for testing is 6/3/2026.

For more information, or to complete the City of DeKalb application, visit our website: www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofdekalb

From the bottom of all our hearts at local 1236 we would like to express our gratitude to everyone who has helped us through this difficult time. To our brothers and sisters from neighboring departments who showed up to support us and help protect the city of DeKalb while we mourned, we can’t begin to explain what that means to us. It has been truly humbling to receive all of this support and we are forever grateful for you all.

Dekalb Firefighters Local 1236 members send our condolences and support to the family, friends and brothers of Schaumburg Professional Firefighters Association IAFF LOCAL 4092. Rest easy Evan Zibell. If you would like to support the Zibell family, The Yard Foundation has created a fund for them as well.