Essential Functions
Performs aerial suppression of wildfires in initial and reinforced attack by transporting water via Bambi bucket, flying over, and releasing water onto fire and providing aerial intelligence on fire behavior and tactical effectiveness.
Transports patients and crew safely while operating an EMS air ambulance. This involves landing at emergency scenes and hospital helipads.
Flies various law enforcement missions such as surveillance, vehicle and ground pursuits, missing persons, etc. in cooperation with state and local law enforcement agencies.
Maintains detailed records of flight operations.
Supervisor role with FAA drug and alcohol program managementCoordinates operation policies.
Monitors all flight operations and standardizes policies.
Provides adequate and current flight kit for each aircraft.
Submits to FAA all reports required pertaining to flight crews.
Perform duties as Safety and Training officer ensuring all flight crews maintain competency and proficiency with installed aircraft systemsCoordinates all flight personnel records to assure compliance.
Coordinates all pilot and air crewmember training and record keeping.
This position required Federal Aviation Administration designation as Chief Pilot of Flight Operations which, among many other duties entails making sure the County complies with FAA regulations particularly FAR Part 135 and Part 133.Performs related work as required. ... Continue Reading
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Must possess a Commercial pilots’ license for rotorcraft helicopter with Instrument rating
FAA Certified Flight Instructor certificate preferred
FAA Second Class Medical Certificate
Successful completion of Airbus Helicopter’s factory school for model AS350 helicopter or equivalent, i.e. (Bell, MD, Leonardo Helicopter’s etc.)
Flight experience in Airbus Helicopter’s model AS350 helicopter or equivalent, i.e. (Bell, MD, Leonardo Helicopter’s etc.)
Experience flying fire-fighting water drop operations in rotorcraft
Minimum 3000 hours flight time in helicopters, 2000 of which must have been in turbine helicopters.
Minimum 250 hours Night unaided
Minimum 200 hours Night Vision Goggles
25 hours PIC turbine helicopter last 12 months preferred
Have prior FAA management experience
Previous experience in the development and implementation of Safety Management Systems preferred
Able to complete training and successfully pass FAR part 135 check ride for Chief pilot designation
FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate desired
Must obtain Florida Firefighter certification within 12 months of hire
Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain throughout employment without any restrictions affecting job performance. ... Continue Reading
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