What are the responsibilities and job description for the Search & Rescue Coordinator position at Lane County?
About the Position
This is a fully performing professional level in the assigned field or discipline requiring specialized technical skills and a solid knowledge of principles and practices in the program area. Incumbents have professional responsibility for coordinating program activities; serving as a liaison and/or advocate to internal/external customers; and assisting in program policy and procedure development, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines, and/or contract management. Incumbents may have formal supervisory responsibilities over professional, technical and/or support staff.
About the Division
Lane County is in the top 3 busiest counties in the state for SAR with an average of nearly 200 missions per year. The mission of SAR within Lane County is to ensure proper resources are available in the form of trained volunteers, appropriate equipment, and professional leadership to perform the duties of search, rescue, and recovery in a safe and timely manner. This position will report to the SAR Program Manager of the Lane County Sheriff's Office and duties will include preparing for and responding to SAR missions and related emergencies including the development, training, and supervision of volunteers, performance of emergency medical services and technical rescue, managing searches, and maintaining equipment. This position may assist Emergency Management with the implementation of Lane County's Community Wildfire Protection Plan.
Schedule: Typically Monday through Friday; but must be available to work all days and shifts, including but not limited to evenings, weekends and holidays.
*This is a non-represented position*
Training and Experience
- A minimum of four years of education and/or experience in emergency management, emergency medical services, wilderness and/or water search and rescue, investigations, wilderness navigations, or similar; or a combination sufficient to successfully perform the responsibilities of this position.
- Oregon Driver’s License upon appointment.
- Firearms Certification within (6) months of appointment.
- Within (1) year of appointment, must possess a Search Management Certification.
- High School diploma or equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Wilderness Search & Rescue experience
- Experience with leadership of volunteers in the public safety setting
- EMT or higher level of pre-hospital emergency care provider
- NFPA Rope Rescue Technician or equivalent certification or experience
- Wildland Firefighting certification or experience
Notes:
Employment for Search and Rescue Coordinator is contingent upon successful completion of:
Pre-Employment background check.
Interview: All eligible candidates will be contacted by phone to schedule a date and time for an interview. You must pass the interview in order to continue in the hiring process.
Background Investigation: A thorough background investigation will be conducted which may include a psychological examination, an evaluation with a psychologist, and a medical examination with a drug screen and TB test. You must pass the background investigation in order to continue in the hiring process.
Lane County Sheriff's Office examples of minimum standards and disqualifying factors.
Rejection for employment with our department does not preclude an applicant from applying for another position of employment with Lane County.
Studies have shown that women and BIPOC individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The county will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.
Search & Rescue Coordinator Classification DetailsSelection Process
Equal Employment Opportunity
Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
Strategic Plan
In alignment with Lane County's Strategic Plan, incumbent(s) will be expected to demonstrate the following core behaviors: Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions.
The 2022 -2024 Strategic Plan focuses on the areas that Lane County will pursue as a way to deliver on our vision for the residents of Lane County. To meet these challenges, we know that the basis of our efforts lies in leveraging our people and partnerships to achieve our Strategic Priorities. We also recognize that the quality and commitment of our staff is essential to a shared future where Lane County is the best place in which to live, work, and play.
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