Members of the Rescue Squad are trained and certified in the skills needed to respond effectively to the full range of emergencies in our community. Many of us are experienced or currently employed as EMTs and paramedics, firefighters, and law enforcement officers. In some cases, we train professionals in these skills. Members have been with the Rescue Squad for an average of 8 years and some over 20 years.
The Leadership Team
The Chief has a team of senior officers that oversee operations, training, department records and the finances of the organization.
The Organization
The Rescue Squad is organized into five squads, that rotate duty weeks so that each squad is on duty one week in five. Each Squad is headed by a Division Chief and a Battalion Chief who are the Duty Officers for their week on duty.
In addition to emergency response, members are expected to serve on committees that ensure that the Rescue Squad operates effectively and efficiently and that members have input.
Our Members
They train for over 75 hours each year in emergency skills that include extrication, search and rescue, large animal rescue and technical rescue on land, and rescue and recovery for the full spectrum of marine emergencies.
Our members use a broad range of vehicles and boats and rescue equipment and tools to ensure rapid effective response.
Training & Certifications
Training is provided to all members (both new and existing) to ensure they can provide adequate support when emergencies occur. All members are required to do the following training (and maintain applicable certifications):
- Automated External Defibrillator (AED) training and certification
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training and certification
- Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) training and certification
- First Responder training and certification
Join the Team
The demands on our volunteers have grown over the years and the need for additional members has grown along with it. Learn more about becoming a member.