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Search and Rescue Volunteer Application

The Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue program teaches young men and women important life skills and unique insight into the exciting career fields of Law Enforcement, Search and Rescue, and Emergency Medical Services. This program is a big commitment for any teenager, but the personal rewards are endless.
 
This program has an outstanding reputation and their skills are often called upon by police agencies throughout the entire state of Oregon. Our members are primarily involved in Search and Rescue missions for lost people, downed aircraft, and evidence in major crimes.
 

To participate, volunteers must meet the following Minimum Requirements:

  • Between the ages of 14-17. Minimum age 14 by start of academy in June
    (Note: Members "age out" of the program in December following their 21st birthday)

  • Washington County resident
  • Positive community record (Pass a background check)
  • Good physical health (PT test standards will be sent prior to testing)
  • Minimum 2.3 GPA with no failing classes
  • Willing to attend and complete the basic training academy
  • Minimum 2-year commitment as an active member

Fill out this form completely and accurately. All statements herein are subject to verification. Incorrect statements or failure to answer all questions may bar or remove you from membership.

Fields marked with an asterisk (*) are required.


 

Personal History

Do you meet the minimum requirements?
Applicant Name
Contact
(Apt, Suite, Room, Building, Floor #)
Contact Phone
Are you under 18?

Parent / Guardian Information

Parent / Guardian Contact Information
(Apt, Suite, Room, Building, Floor #)
List a second Parent or Guardian?
Secondary Parent / Guardian Contact Information
(Apt, Suite, Room, Building, Floor #)
Height
feet
inches
**Attach a copy of your latest grade report or diploma**
One file only.
25 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, png, pdf.

Do you have a valid driver's license?
Have you ever received a traffic citation?
Do you have transportation?
Do you have a job?
Name of Business / Employer
(Apt, Suite, Room, Building, Floor #)
e.g Mondays and Wednesdays, 5-8
May we contact your employer as a reference?

Emergency Contact

Emergency Contact address same as Parent / Guardian information?
In case of emergency, whom should we contact?
In Case of Emergency Address
(Apt, Suite, Room, Building, Floor #)
Do you have any medical problems, such as allergies to medicines, injured joints, etc., that would hinder you in field search and rescue operations?
Have you ever been the subject of a police investigation?
Do you belong to any clubs or organizations?
Do you have any Search and Rescue training?
How did you hear about our program?

Uniform Sizes

(If unknown list short/regular/long)
Sign above