NEW JERSEY US&R RESPONSE SYSTEM
NEW JERSEY US&R RESPONSE SYSTEM
Position Description
TECHNICAL SEARCH SPECIALIST
The Technical Search Specialist is responsible for performing the technical search function of the task force incident operation. The Technical Search Specialist reports directly to the Search Team Manager.
Description of Duties
The Technical Search Specialist is responsible for:
• Searching structures in US&R environments or other locations indicated in the mission assignment, utilizing appropriate technical search equipment and techniques.
• Documenting locations of alerts and, if possible, triaging the status of victims for rescue.
• Adhering to all safety procedures.
• Cooperating with and assisting other search and rescue resources.
• Providing accountability, maintenance, and minor repairs of all issued equipment.
• Performing additional tasks or duties as assigned during a mission.
Position Requirements and Criteria
Individuals who meet the following requirements and criteria will be eligible to become Technical Search Specialists in the NEW JERSEY US&R Response System. The intent of these requirements is to select competent personnel, fully capable of providing state-of-the-art search techniques and tactics required, in the urban disaster environment. The requirements and criteria for the position are identified in the following categories:
Knowledge
Skills
Abilities
Knowledge
The Technical Search Specialist must have:
1. An understanding of basic electronic principles and theories.
2. Knowledge of the capabilities and operations of the canine search component.
3. Knowledge of the proper use and field maintenance of technical search equipment.
4. A practical knowledge of search strategy and tactics.
5. A practical knowledge of the technical aspects of search theory.
6. A practical knowledge of the theory and types of building construction.
7. Knowledge of the items included on a search and reconnaissance list.
8. Completed the FEMA Technical Search Specialist Course.
9. Proficiency with basic rope techniques outlined in NFPA 1670.
Skills
The Technical Search Specialist must:
1. Be proficient at performing basic electronic trouble shooting, in the field.
2. Be proficient in the operation of selected technical electronic search equipment in the disaster environment and a thorough familiarization of the manufacturers' spacing operation manuals and technical publications, as provided.
3. Be competent to apply search tactics, strategy, and procedures at collapse sites
Abilities (see general requirements)
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