WHO WE ARE

Priority Search & Rescue (PSAR) is a Walker County–based response organization that supports missing-person searches, disaster operations, community assistance, and emergency support missions.
We deploy locally, regionally, statewide, and beyond, assisting when communities are impacted by storms, flooding, missing persons, or other emergencies.

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WHAT YOU CAN DO AS A VOLUNTEER

Our volunteers are the foundation of everything we do. We offer opportunities for all skill levels, abilities, and backgrounds. Below are the primary roles available:

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Field Deployable Roles

For volunteers who want to be hands-on in the field (training provided).

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Search & Rescue Team

• Missing person response

• Grid & hasty search

• Rural/wilderness searches

• Night operations

• Field navigation and communications

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Disaster Response Team

• Clearing downed trees (no felling of standing trees)

• Opening roadways & access routes

• Working storm, flood, and tornado aftermath

• Supporting first responders during disasters

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Disaster Saw Team (DST)

• Removal of downed trees from homes, vehicles, and roadways

• Chainsaw operations (downed tree work ONLY)

• Swamper & safety support roles

• Infrastructure access restoration

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 Support & Non-Field Roles

Great for volunteers who prefer to help behind the scenes.

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Community Support Task Force (CSTF)

• Humanitarian support

• Fire/disaster essential kits

• Emotional support

• Resource referrals

• Family assistance

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Logistics & Supply

• Organizing donations

• Managing supply kits

• Assisting with gear and equipment

• Supporting deployment operations

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Communications & Administration

• Handling messages and inquiries

• Documentation and tracking

• Monitoring weather/events

• Coordination with partner agencies

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Event & Outreach Volunteers

• Representing PSAR at community events

• Recruitment and education

• Helping run donation drives

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NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

We will train you in:

• Safety procedures

• SAR basics

• Disaster operations

• Chainsaw safety (if applicable)

• Radio communications

• Team protocols

• ICS / emergency management structure

If you’re motivated, reliable, and eager to serve, you’re qualified to start.

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WHAT YOU’LL NEED

• Be at least 18 years old

• Have a willingness to learn and serve

• Be able to commit to occasional training days

• Maintain good communication with the team

• Field roles require moderate physical ability

• Support roles have no physical requirements

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WHY VOLUNTEER WITH PSAR?

• Serve your community

• Learn real emergency-response skills

• Help families during their worst days

• Be part of a dependable, motivated team

• Opportunities to deploy during major incidents

• No fees, no dues — volunteer only

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READY TO GET STARTED?

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