DPS - AOD - CRRP Lieutenant Pilot, II - 9906

Austin, TX, USA|Onsite, Travel

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $71,900.00 - $177,400.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

On-call

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement benefits

Life insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible spending account

Job Description

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is a prominent law enforcement agency serving the state of Texas with a diverse range of public safety responsibilities. The DPS plays a critical role in ensuring the safety and security of Texas residents by providing law enforcement services, emergency response, criminal investigations, and various other public safety-related functions. As one of the largest state law enforcement agencies in the country, DPS is committed to professionalism, integrity, and excellence in all areas of its operations. The agency operates with a strong emphasis on specialized units and divisions, including its Aircraft Operations Division, which... Show More

Job Requirements

Must be an honorably retired commissioned DPS officer
last position must have been as a commissioned officer with DPS
high school diploma or equivalent
minimum 4,000 hours of flight time as Lieutenant-Pilot II or higher
valid Texas Driver License
current FAA Class II Medical Certificate
FAA ATP rating and/or CFI rating in helicopter and/or fixed-wing aircraft
previously held Pilot-in-Command privileges in both fixed-wing and rotorcraft
pass semi-annual firearms qualification
maintain physical readiness standards
ability to work after hours, weekends, and travel frequently overnight and for extended periods
availability on call 24/7
ability to comply with departmental policies and regulations
proficiency with relevant technology and software
ability to maintain confidentiality
familiarity with state and federal law enforcement regulations
capable of performing duties as a commissioned peace officer

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
must be an honorably retired DPS commissioned officer with rank of Lieutenant-Pilot II or higher in the Aircraft Division
minimum of 4,000 hours of documented flight time
valid Texas Driver License
pass semi-annual firearms qualification test
possess TCOLE Basic Law Enforcement Certificate
current FAA Class II Medical Certificate
FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Rating and/or Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) Rating in helicopter and/or fixed-wing aircraft
previous Pilot-in-Command privileges in both fixed-wing and rotorcraft
working knowledge of TXDPS, state, and federal regulations
thorough knowledge of FAA rules for piloting departmental aircraft
ability to react calmly and lead in emergencies
strong organizational and prioritization skills
excellent communication and presentation skills
proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
ability to handle confidential information responsibly

Job Duties

Operate DPS aircraft in a safe and professional manner
evaluate general safety of aircraft based on mechanical performance and ensure maintenance and repairs are performed when needed
obtain latest weather information and make flight feasibility decisions including preparing and filing flight plans
inspect aircraft controls, fuel, and fluids before flights and ensure proper storage and refueling after flights
pilot aircraft to search ground for evidence, persons, or items relevant to criminal investigations and relay information to ground teams
participate in surveillance activities and assist law enforcement officers by maintaining ground surveillance
transport and ensure safety of protected witnesses, informants, large sums of money, and other investigation-related items
transport prisoners, suspects, witnesses, law enforcement officers, state officials, and other authorized personnel
provide aerial transportation for photographers and public safety officials
secure and transport the Governor and other state officials as needed
transport critically ill or injured patients and prepare aircraft to accommodate medical needs
provide aerial reconnaissance and surveillance during disasters and emergencies and relay information to ground teams
inspect motorcade routes by air to identify potential security threats
monitor traffic flow from the air and inspect roads after severe conditions
participate in search and rescue efforts for lost or stranded persons using helicopters or fixed-wing aircraft
assist in criminal investigations by securing scenes, photographing evidence, questioning witnesses, and restraining suspects
implement the Aircraft Operations Division's Mishap Plan
participate as a member of interview boards in hiring procedures
perform duties as a commissioned peace officer as required
maintain and submit required records and reports
attend work regularly and observe approved work hours
perform other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

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