Oak Forest commissioners hear update on firefighter testing amid contract talks

May 21, 2026

Human Resources Manager Bridget Parfitt told the commission that ongoing collective bargaining negotiations for the Fire Department will affect advertising and scheduling for entry-level firefighter testing, which the commission noted is planned for July.

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Human Resources Manager Bridget Parfitt updated the City of Oak Forest Fire & Police Commission on May 21 about the status of collective bargaining negotiations for the Fire Department and the implications for future recruitment. Parfitt said those negotiations will affect the timing and advertising for entry-level firefighter testing, which the minutes note is planned for July.

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