Motivace profesionálních a dobrovolných záchranářů Horské služby ČR pro oblast Šumava

This thesis explores the motivation of professional and volunteer members of the Czech Mountain Rescue Service in the Šumava region. The aim of the thesis was to identify the key motivational factors of both groups, examine their differences, and propose measures to support the long-term engagement of the organization's members. The theoretical part is based on both classical and modern theories of motivation. The research part combines quantitative and qualitative approaches. A questionnaire survey was complemented by interviews with one professional and one volunteer member to verify the questionnaire findings. The Mann-Whitney U test was used to determine statistically significant differences between the two groups. The results revealed differences in motivation, volunteers show stronger intrinsic motivation, while professionals combine intrinsic motivation with the organizational and material conditions of their professional role. The thesis offers specific recommendations to support motivation in both groups.