Volunteer - Search and Rescue, Sheriff's Office
The Search and Rescue Posse is a volunteer unit developed to support the Search and Rescue division of the Pinal County Sheriffs' Office. The office utilizes the posse for missions in Pinal County and surrounding areas. Resources include Ground Searchers, K-9 Tracking, Technical Rescue, and Helicopter operations.
Objective
Please write in the Objective line which type of volunteer team are you interested in: Ground Search, K9, etc.
Minimum Requirements To Perform Work
- High School Diploma or G.E.D.
- Minimum of eighteen (18) years of age, United States citizen or legal resident.
- Valid Driver's License.
- Arizona Driver's License preferred.
- Transportation.
- Proof of current auto insurance.
- Pass a background examination.
- Complete oral interviews.
- Complete required basic Search and Rescue classes during probation and maintain training throughout the year.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Commitment of one year of service for volunteer.
- Commitment of one semester for interns.
- Commitment of a minimum of 16 volunteer hours per month, on average.
- Commitment to attend ongoing meetings, in-service training and education workshops.
Notes To Applicant
Upon review and approval of your application, you will be contacted for an oral board interview. Individuals selected will be placed on a one-year probationary period. This is a voluntary unpaid position. Must be capable of completing a 7-mile endurance hike in mountainous terrain carrying a 30 lb. All prospective candidates must complete the following before scheduling the background interview:
- Response Time Requirement: Must be able to respond to the Helicopter Pad at Lost Dutchman State Park within one (1) hour.
- Physical Capability Assessment: Must be capable of hiking approximately 1.5 miles uphill while carrying a 30 lb backpack. This activity will be timed and evaluated. Additional physical tasks will be included, such as stokes basket carry and other functional SAR activities.
- Required FEMA Training (Online / No Cost): Completion of three (3) FEMA online courses prior to the interview (course list will be provided).
- CPR/AED Certification: Must be current in CPR/AED prior to the interview.
- SAR Skills Evaluation: Candidates will be tested on the ability to correctly perform several essential SAR knots during the interview/testing process.
Link to the Search And Rescue Volunteer Physical Assessment Waiver
Link to the Search And Rescue Volunteer Physical Assessment Waiver
Employment Information
- This is a volunteer position with the Pinal County Sheriff's Office.
- Volunteers serve at the discretion of their respective Appointing Authority.
- The employment relationship of incumbents in this position is "at will"; the employee may be terminated at any time, for any reason, with or without cause.
- This is not a compensated position.
- Volunteers must commit to a minimum of 16 hours per month for at least 12 months continuously.
Application Instructions
Please check the box to indicate you have read and understood this position's requirements.
Required Question
Please indicate which type of volunteer team you are interested in: Ground Search, Aviation. (choose one).
Required Question
Please indicate whether you are currently CPR/AED certified. If not, please reapply when you acquire this certification.