HOW TO JOIN SJSAR
Anyone interested in joining SJSAR is encouraged to contact the team and attend one of our meetings / trainings to see what we’re all about. Eligibility for membership is not based on education, training, certifications, or experience beyond the minimum qualifications. However, SJSAR is always seeking applicants who have a combination of experience, knowledge, and skills that relate to emergency services.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR MEMBERSHIP
Applicants are required to be at least (21) years of age and possess a valid Class C California driver’s license.
APPLICATION PROCESS
- Submit a completed Application for Membership.
- Attend a minimum of (3) SJSAR meetings / trainings.
- Undergo a background investigation which may include verification of identification, employment history, and criminal history.
- Submit a current DMV driving record.
- Interview with the SJSAR Membership Committee.
SELECTION OF NEW MEMBERS
New members are selected and accepted to the team four times each year during the months of January, April, July, and October. SJSAR does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ethnic origin, color, gender, sexual orientation, or disability.
PROBATIONARY MEMBERSHIP
The first six months to a year of membership is critical to both you and the Team. All new members will undergo a minimum six month probationary period of basic training, attendance, and performance evaluations.
ONGOING MEMBERSHIP
As a volunteer organization, SJSAR is sensitive to the demands on its member’s time and budget. We do require a certain level of participation from everyone on the team in order to be successful. We operate equipment, machinery, vehicles, and boats – often in extreme conditions. To ensure that you perform your duites in a safe and professional manner we require that you meet ongoing field readiness requirements which include fitness, SAR related skills, personal equipment, uniform, attendance, and certifications.
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