SAR Volunteer Application

We welcome applicants for the Linn County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) Search and Rescue (SAR) Post. Please be sure you meet our eligibility requirements before filling out and submitting the following application.

If you are not able to complete the form in one sitting, scroll to the bottom and click the “Save and Continue Later” link. Doing this will save a copy of the information you’ve entered and allow you to return and finish later.

When you have finished filling out this form, be sure to have your parent or guardian fill out and submit the Authorization for Consent for Treatment and parental consent for your application.

Identification
Name*
First Middle Last
Parents' and/or Guardians' Names
Date of Birth*
MM slash DD slash YYYY
Social Security Number (SSN)*
Driver's License Number*
State of Issue*
Height*
Weight*
Hair Color*
Eye Color*
Contact Information
Home Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Mailing Address (if different)
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Email Address*
Home Phone*
Work Phone
Mobile Phone
Other Names Used
Emergency Contact
Name*
First Last
Phone*
Alternate Phone
Personal References
First Reference
First Middle Last
Address
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Second Reference
First Middle Last
Address
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
School and Work
Are you currently attending school?*
- yes
- no
School you are attending
Current grade
Current GPA
Current job or occupation
Past Problems
Have you ever been suspended or expelled from school?*
- no
- yes
Explain Suspension or Expulsion
Please explain when, what happened, and for how long you were suspended or expelled.
Have you ever been arrested for any criminal offense?*
- no
- yes
Please explain the circumstances of your arrest:
Skills, Activities and Availability
Sports and Activities
Please list the sports and other activities you're involved in.
Availability
What is your availability for training and emergency duties on weekends?
First Aid or CPR Certification
Please provide your First Aid and/or CPR certification with expiration date.
Camping or Backpacking Experience
Please describe your outdoor camping and/or backpacking experience.
Equipment for Camping or Backpacking
What type of outdoor camping and backpacking equipment do you have?
Special Skills or Training
Please describe any special skills or training you have. They need not be related to SAR.
Hobbies and Interests
Please describe your hobbies and/or special interests.
Career Goals
How did you find out about SAR?
Why do you want to be a part of SAR?
Signature and Certification
Certification*
I have read and understood the eligibility requirements for the LCSO SAR and believe that I meet these requirements.

I have read the entire text of this application and understand it completely. The statements I have made are correct and true.

I understand that making false statements on this application is a crime. If I have made false statements in this application, I am subject to prosecution and my application will automatically be denied or revoked.
- I certify that I intend my electronic signature on this application to be the legally binding equivalent of my traditional handwritten signature.
Signature*
Enter your full legal name.
Date Signed*
MM slash DD slash YYYY
Membership Agreement
Applicant's Statement*
Please read the following paragraphs carefully, and be sure you agree with them before you sign this application.

I understand that the Linn County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue Post is a volunteer organization, sanctioned by the Linn County Sheriff’s Office, and committed to the ideals of community service, personal growth, honesty and integrity.

I understand that the Linn County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue Post is recognized throughout Oregon for its high standard of professionalism, discipline, and dedication to duty. It is expected by the citizens of Linn County that the Sheriff’s Search and Rescue Post be on call 24 hours a day, year round, to provide emergency service. I know that this emergency service may sometimes be performed in the presence of the public, news media or victim’s family and I will conduct myself in a highly professional manner at all times.

I understand that the Linn County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue Post has rules, regulations and policies governing its members attendance, training, personal appearance, equipment, and personal conduct both on and off duty, and that when I freely volunteer to join this organization, I am promising to adhere to those rules. I understand and accept that if I fail to do so, my membership with the Linn County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue Post may be terminated.

Realizing the serious responsibilities of its emergency service mission, I hereby make application for membership in the Linn County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue Post.
- I certify that I intend my electronic signature on this application to be the legally binding equivalent of my traditional handwritten signature.
Signature*
Enter your full legal name.
Date Signed*
MM slash DD slash YYYY
Phone
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Identification

Contact Information

Emergency Contact

Personal References

School and Work

Past Problems

Skills, Activities and Availability

Signature and Certification

Membership Agreement