About Us

The Belvidere Fire Department has been serving the City of Belvidere since 1886. We protect the city’s population of 25,585 covering an area of 12.5 square miles. In 2023 the Belvidere Fire Department responded to 3,322 calls for service.The Department maintains a full-time staff of 42 members and operates from two Fire Stations and an Ambulance Station to provide effective coverage throughout the city. We are seeking highly self motivated individuals that are passionate about serving others and providing for our community. Belvidere Fire prides itself on strong teamwork, leadership skills, smart but aggressive tactics, safety and an “All In” attitude. Experience is not necessary to apply but the courage and willingness to serve others in their greatest time of need is. We will equip and train the perfect candidate to be at the level we need them to be. When you become a member of the Belvidere Fire Department you become a member of our family from day one.

The Department maintains a full-time staff of 42 members. The staff includes:

One (1) Fire Chief
Three (3) Captains
Three (3) Lieutenants
Twenty-one (21) Firefighter/Paramedics
One (1) Administrative Assistant
One (1) Full Time Inspector
Twelve (12) Ambulance Staff:
- Six (6) Paramedics
- Six (6) EMT’s

The BFD operates from two Fire Stations and an Ambulance Station to provide effective coverage throughout the city. We have the following vehicle apparatus: