Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $39.00 - $63.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Employee assistance program
Job Description
The New Mexico Department of Public Safety (DPS) is a state law enforcement agency dedicated to safeguarding the citizens and communities of New Mexico. Within this department, the New Mexico State Police functions as a critical division tasked with maintaining public safety through enforcement, emergency response, and specialized operations. The Special Operations Bureau, specifically the Aircraft Section, plays a vital role in supporting law enforcement efforts across the state via aviation capabilities. This bureau operates helicopters to assist various operations such as surveillance, patrol, search and rescue, transportation of personnel, and high-risk warrants and call-out missions.
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Job Requirements
- Associate's degree with a technical or aviation-related discipline
- 1,500 hours of helicopter Pilot in Command flight time
- FAA Commercial Pilot's License with helicopter and instrument rating
- current FAA Class II Medical Certificate
- any combination of education and/or experience totaling two years may substitute for required education
- pre-employment background investigation and fingerprinting
- felony-free status in accordance with Criminal Justice Information Systems Security Policy
- valid driver's license and Defensive Driving Certificate from the State of New Mexico or ability to obtain one
- able to lift 25 pounds
- willingness to work varied conditions including extended sitting in aircraft and occasional overnight stays away from duty location
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree with a technical or aviation-related discipline
- 2,500 hours of Pilot in Command time with majority in helicopters
- FAA Commercial Pilot's License with helicopter rating and instrument rating
- Certified Flight Instructor - Helicopter
- current FAA Class II Medical Certificate
- experience with Night Vision Goggles and hoist rescue operations
- high altitude flying experience above 6000 feet MSL
Job Duties
- Plan and fly law enforcement, search and rescue, and patrol missions across the state
- assist the Tactical Team with high-risk warrants and call-outs, including transporting team members
- train and maintain currency with other pilots and Tactical Flight Officers
- transport Department of Public Safety personnel and VIPs as requested
- perform landings for public relations events
- coordinate with State Police management on aviation asset use
- conduct daily aircraft inspections and maintain flight logs and pilot records to comply with FAA and federal regulations
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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