Incident Support Team Vacancy Solicitation
Due to Incident Support Teams (IST) vacancies, the National Urban Search and Rescue (US&R) Response System (the System) is soliciting to fill the following:
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2 – POA/Mobilization Specialist
Current IST members who are interested in one of these specific rostered positions should apply using the guidance information below.
Per Program Directive: 2012-015 – Incident Support Team Administration; interested individuals shall submit their application by 17:00 EDT on September 24, 2025, using the Submission Link on respsonsesystem.org. Interested personnel must be qualified for the position they are applying for and either listed on an existing IST Roster or the IST Alternate List.
Candidates shall use the application provided and include the following elements: Experience and training as they apply to the specific position. Do not include US&R general training or entry-level training requirements—response experience in Type 1, 2, or 3 incidents. Include the incident, date, and position filled.
Miscellaneous activities related to the position applied for. This includes participation in national or regional work groups or committees; development of programs within a department, regional, or at the national level; and any other significant and relevant activities. Please keep the application document provided simple. The most crucial factor is the substance of the elements mentioned above.
Questions regarding this GM can be directed to Buddy Ey at: elwood.ey@fema.dhs.gov; or Michael Boyle at Hazmtr@gmail.com.