We are looking for New Members

Ohio Task Force 1 is recruiting new members. Most of our team members work for local fire departments, police departments, state agencies, or hospitals. Potential members have risen to the top in their field with extensive on-the-job experience. You should have taken opportunities for advanced training in various search and rescue modalities. You need to have a well-rounded support network and the ability to leave with the team on short notice. Deployments can last 14 days (typical) or stretch to three weeks or more. OH-TF1 provides continuing and advanced training but the initial skill set and required training must be completed before applying. Job descriptions and training requirements for our positions are included in the attached position descriptions document. Certificates for the highlighted general training requirements and position specific training requirements will need to be submitted as part of the application process.

Members need the support of their employer. Begin by speaking with your chief or senior officer to discuss your interest in OH-TF1. Employers must be able and willing allow members to leave when the team is activated, often with little notice. They must also allow you time for the monthly training required of all task force members.

Ohio Task Force 1 is recruiting new members for the following positions.

• Rescue Specialist

• Hazardous Materials Specialist

• Technical Search Specialist

• Logistics Specialist

• Medical Specialist

• Technical Information Specialist

• Communications Specialist

• Structural Specialist (Engineer)

For more details on open positions 

Ohio Task Force 1 will be accepting requests for applications from 0800 hours 6 January 2025 to 1800 hours 17 January 2025. To request an application, send an email to Applications@ohtf1.com with your name and contact information during the application period. You will receive a link to start the application process. Emails sent before or after this time frame will not be accepted. Pay attention to deadlines and upload all required information in the required format.  Incomplete or incorrectly completed applications will not move forward in the process.