Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Exact $96,181.00
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
On-call
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
Disability insurance
educational assistance
Job Description
The Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) is a state law enforcement agency dedicated to ensuring the safety and security of Arizona's residents and visitors. DPS operates with a commitment to provide professional and efficient services through various divisions, including highway patrol, criminal investigations, and aviation. The Aviation Bureau plays a critical role in supporting public safety missions by providing aerial capabilities for law enforcement, search and rescue, medical evacuations, and other emergency operations across the state. DPS is known for its commitment to excellence, public service, and community protection.
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Job Requirements
- Be a U.S. citizen
- Have a high school diploma or GED
- Possess a valid FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Rotorcraft-Helicopter and Instrument Helicopter endorsements
- Hold a current FAA Second Class Medical Certificate
- Have a minimum of 2,000 hours flying time as pilot in command in helicopters
- Have at least 1,000 hours in turbine engine helicopters
- Have at least 100 hours of flying time within the last 24 months
- Be flexible to work any hours including weekends, holidays, rotating shifts, call-outs and overtime
- Be willing to work in varying climates and weather conditions
- Be a resident of the State of Arizona by starting date
- Have a valid Arizona driver license by no later than starting date
- Successfully complete the examination process
Job Qualifications
- Possession of a valid FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Rotorcraft-Helicopter and Instrument Helicopter endorsements
- Hold a current FAA Second Class Medical Certificate
- Minimum of 2,000 hours flying time as pilot in command in helicopters
- At least 1,000 hours must be in turbine engine helicopters
- Minimum of 100 hours flying time within the 24 months immediately prior to application
- High school diploma or GED
- U.S. citizenship
- Knowledge of Federal Aviation Administration Regulations, Arizona Revised Statutes, Departmental General Orders, and Aviation Bureau Standard Operating Procedures
- Skill in oral and written communication
- Ability to read and interpret aviation and weather maps
Job Duties
- Operate rotary wing aircraft in support of public safety missions including surveillance, patrol, pursuit, search and rescue, medical evacuations, aerial photography, and transport of personnel
- Perform specialized maneuvers such as rappelling, one-skid landing, external load/short-haul operations, night and mountain flying
- Evaluate requests for air support and schedule flight plans
- Inspect, test, and maintain aircraft and mission-related equipment
- Perform pre- and post-flight inspections and clean aircraft and facilities
- Plan flights, load passengers, baggage, and cargo, and analyze weather conditions
- Maintain logs and records and prepare written reports
- Operate aircraft tug, tractor, and/or ground handling equipment
- Coordinate pilot training programs and maintain training records
- Assist medical personnel at emergency scenes as required
- Train pilots on safety and aviation procedures
- Serve as acting supervisor in the absence of the Senior Pilot
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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