Pilot (Sworn or Civilian)

Essential Job Functions

• Responsible for pre-flight, pre-weather, and post-flight checks.
• Operates both fixed and rotary wing aircraft with proficiency.
• Responsible for air transport of personnel on county business; responsible for prisoner transport.
• Be aware of aircraft status at all times.
• Responsible for search & rescue missions; assist road deputies when necessary.
• Aerial surveillance and general patrol.
• File flight plans where applicable; files reports as necessary.
• Makes final determination as to the execution of an assignment.

Qualifications

• Must already be Florida Law Enforcement Certified (Sworn Only)
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Two (2) years of flight experience.
• Must have obtained a total of 1000 hours flight time, to include both fixed and rotary wing.
• Must possess current and valid first or second class medical.

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills

• Knowledge of aircraft maintenance for both fixed and rotary wing aircraft.
• Knowledge of radio procedures; skill in the use of radio equipment.
• Knowledge of emergency procedures.
• Ability to fly at night as well as during the day.
• Ability to make sound judgments based on past experiences and knowledge.
• Ability to conduct periodic inspections to ensure safety and air-worthiness of all aircraft.
• Ability to adhere to all Federal Aviation Regulations.

Essential Physical Skills

• 20/20 Vision (with or without correction).
• Ability to hear normal language level (with or without correction).
• Ability to crawl ten (10) yards.
• Ability to drag, lift or carry 150 pounds 25 feet.
• Ability to run 100 yards unassisted.
• Ability to scale a five (5) foot fence.
• Ability to walk unassisted.
• Manual dexterity.
• Normal color perception.