ENTRY LEVEL - Support/Trainee Member

Description: Performs closely supervised tasks in support of SAR incidents generally related to logistical support. May be involved in roles on SAR incidents which require little or no technical knowledge (i.e. litter bearer, radio relay, ground support, or runner).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of basic ICS organization (I-100) and SAR operations.

Ability to follow instructions and communicate effectively.

Knowledge of ICS and SAR operations.

Knowledge of safe working practices.

Knowledge of common SAR equipment.

Ability to meet NPS-51 Health And Fitness Guidelines.

FULL PERFORMANCE LEVEL- SAR Technician

Description: Performs the specialized skills involved with a search or rescue incident. Serves as the field crew during emergency SAR operations. Depending upon the nature of the area may be involved in one or more of the following specialized areas;

** Following suitable experience serves as SAR field Team Leader.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of Incident Command System (ICS) principles (I-200).

Knowledge of various SAR resources and their response capabilities.

Skill in technical SAR disciplines appropriate to response area.

Ability to conduct safe technical SAR operations in adverse conditions.

Ability to makes decisions under stressful conditions.

Ability to perform arduous duties in adverse environmental conditions.

SUPERVISOR LEVEL - Incident Manager/Operations Chief

Description: Serves as supervisor of field personnel directly involved with SAR operations. Coordinates initial response with available resources and expands organizational structure to meet the needs of the incident. Ensures safety of field personnel and operations are conducted using accepted techniques.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of advanced ICS principles (I-400).

Knowledge of SAR strategies and tactics.

Knowledge of outside resources and their capabilities.

Ability to conduct incident briefings and debriefings for SAR resources.

Skill at organizing available manpower and planning effectively.

Ability to manage incidents involving outside jurisdictional concerns.

Knowledge of CISD program.

AREA SAR COORDINATOR (Collateral Duty or Specialist)

Description: Serves as area subject matter specialist on SAR. Provides program development and establishes operating procedures. Serves as liaison to outside agencies and resources regarding SAR. Develops area SAR plan and coordinates area training.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of National SAR Plan, proposed NPS-56 SAR guidelines, NPS-57 Health and Fitness Guidelines, and proposed ASTM SAR standards.

Ability to develop pre-plan activities for SAR incidents.

Ability to work with outside agencies.

Skill at coordinating training opportunities.

Knowledge of accepted SAR equipment features and specifications.