What are the responsibilities and job description for the Helicopter Pilot - Sheriff position at Charleston County?
Description
You Must Apply at:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/charlestoncounty/jobs/3399382/helicopter-pilot-sheriff
All Charleston County Employees, as a condition of employment must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide their vaccination card.
The Air Support Unit currently operates a Bell 407 helicopter, equipped for NVG and FLIR operations.
Certified law enforcement officer (preferred)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2022 OR UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Education – Associate’s Degree or higher
Minimum Qualification – US citizen 21 years of age or older, possess a current valid state issued driver’s license; have no criminal convictions, and at least 3 years of experience; upon offer of employment, applicant must obtain a valid SC driver’s license.
The Air Support Unit currently operates a Bell 407 helicopter, equipped for NVG and FLIR operations. The candidates should possess the following specific aviation related certificates and flight minimum requirements:
* Commercial Pilot License with Rotorcraft
* Instrument Rating
* Second Class Medical certificate, no restrictions
* Current Biennial Flight Review (BFR)
* 1000 hours rotary wing experience
* 100 hours Night Vision Goggle (NVG) time
The above listed items are necessary for employment consideration, not preferences.
Certified law enforcement officer (preferred)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Applicants meeting the minimum criteria must submit to, and successfully complete, all phases of the hiring process to be considered for employment. The process includes, but is not limited to the following: the Nelson Denny Vocabulary and Reading Examination, a physical abilities test, a two-phase background investigation, a credit check; a polygraph examination, a psychological examination/evaluation, a pre-employment physical, and an oral board consisting of a review of the current FAR Parts: 61, 91, and AIM. Additionally, applicants may be required to demonstrate their aviation abilities during an in-aircraft flight review to be conducted by a member of the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office Air Support Unit. Applicants must be available to work on rotating shifts, weekends, holidays and on-call as required. Any pilot applicants, without law enforcement certification, will be required to successfully complete the Basic Law Enforcement certification training course conducted at the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy in Columbia, SC. Out of state certification must comply with South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy’s guidelines. Following certification, applicants will be required to complete an in-house training syllabus. Upon completion, candidates will be assigned to the Air Support Unit.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $54,974.00 - $67,704.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
License/Certification:
- Commercial Pilot License with Rotorcraft (Required)
Work Location: One location