Sheriff's Pilot

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Company: Riverside County, CA

Location: Hemet, CA 92544

Description:

Salary : $98,086.00 - $126,921.00 Annually
Location : Hemet
Job Type: Regular
Job Number: 25-66304-01
Department: Sheriff
Division: Sheriff's Aviation Unit
Opening Date: 02/06/2025
Closing Date: 3/6/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

ABOUT THE POSITION
The Riverside County Sheriff's Office (RCSO) Aviation Unit is seeking to fill a Sheriff's Pilot position in Hemet.

This position requires significant schedule flexibility, including availability for weekends, night shifts, and/or holidays as needed, along with occasional out-of-state travel.
As a Sheriff's Pilot, the incumbent will pilot single and/or multi-engine fixed wing or turbine-powered aircraft, including the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, and perform other related duties as required.
Competitive applicants will possess:
  • Experience operating fixed-wing turboprop aircraft.
  • Current commercial and instrument ratings, including six-month instrument currency.
  • Single and multi-engine CFI airplane and/or CFII airplane certifications.

The Sheriff's Pilot classification is a non-sworn classification that typically reports to an appropriate supervisory or management level position within the designated functional unit of the RCSO.
The Sheriff's Pilot is characterized by its responsibility to operate single and/or multi-engine fixed wing or turbine powered aircraft in support of law enforcement operations. It is distinguished from other sworn classifications in that the latter have the full range of duties associated with peace officer status.
Meet the Team!

The law enforcement professionals of the Riverside County , with a staff of over 3,600 dedicated men and women, cover the expanse of over 7,300 square miles in southern California. The Sheriff's Office is dedicated to serving the citizens of its communities with integrity, professionalism, leadership, and loyalty and believes in service above self.
Who May Apply
This recruitment is open to all applicants. Current employees of the County of Riverside and/or the Riverside County Sheriff's Office may be considered before other applicants, depending on the volume of applications received.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Transport RCSO personnel, equipment, inmates, and/or civilians as needed.
Pilot single engine and/or multi engine fixed wing aircraft in the performance of law-enforcement operations including, but not limited to, search and rescue missions, aerial observation and the transportation of prisoners and cadavers.
Conduct preflight and inflight assessments to ensure flight safety; prepare and maintain aircraft records and flight log information of assigned aircraft.
Obtain weather information and interpret data based on flight plan.
Maintain assigned aircraft in a constant state of readiness for dispatch; monitor aircraft systems including gauges to verify that oil, hydraulic fluid, fuel quantities, and cabin pressure are at prescribed levels; operate aviation accessory equipment; perform daily aircraft inspections.
Prepare supplemental reports for Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), federal guidelines or other agencies governing civil aircraft movements; ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and departmental policies and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must upload a copy of the front and back of your license(s) and certificate(s) as an attachment to your application for consideration.
Experience: Must have a minimum of 1,000 hours of total fixed-wing flight time, 1,500 total pilot-in-command time, 500 hours turbine-powered aircraft time and 250 hours of instrument flight time.
License/Certificate: Must possess and maintain a valid FAA Commercial Pilot's license with single engine fixed-wing and instrument rating. Single and multi-engine CFI airplane and airplane CFII is highly preferred.
Certificate: Must possess and maintain a current FAA Class 2 Medical Certificate.
Physical Examination: Must pass annual FAA Class II flight physical examination.
Driver's License: Must possess a valid California driver's license.

Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of both a pre-employment physical exam, including a drug/alcohol test, and a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment.)

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Contact Information

For more information regarding this position, please contact the recruiter, Stephanie Rodriguez, at (951) 955-5776 or via email at
APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veteran's Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here:
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at:
Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services () or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ().
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.
Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.
Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
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MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.

Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).
  • Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
  • Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
  • Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. Effective July 1, 2023 employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024.

A new member is defined as any of the following:
  • A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System.
  • A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS.
  • A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months.

  • CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".

    Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.
    Note:

    This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
    Option 2.

    If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
    DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.

    VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):

    0 < 3 year = 80 Hours (10 Days)

    4 < 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days)

    10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)

    Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.

    SICK LEAVE: Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.

    HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year.

    BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance).

    BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.

    DISABILITY: Short-term Disability benefit pays up to a maximum of $461.54 weekly, payable up to a maximum of 52 weeks.

    POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding.

    OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.
    01

    Are you at least 18 years of age or older?
    • Yes
    • No

    02

    Select the answer that best describes your current driver's license status:
    • I have a valid California driver's license.
    • I am able to obtain a valid California driver's license.
    • I currently have a valid out-of-state driver's license and am able to obtain a valid California driver's license.
    • I do not have and/or am not able to obtain a valid California driver's license.

    03

    I understand that I will be required to submit to a security clearance background check conducted by the Riverside County Sheriff's Office as part of the employment requirements of this position.
    • Yes
    • No

    04

    I am aware that any false statements made on this questionnaire will cause my name to be removed from the eligibility list or be cause for non-selection by the Riverside County Sheriff's Office. I further understand that all information and responses I provide in this application will be subject to verification through a polygraph examination should I move forward in the selection process. I also acknowledge this record is confidential and will be the property of the Riverside County Sheriff's Office.
    • Yes
    • No

    05

    Are you currently on any form of court ordered Formal or Summary Probation?
    • Yes
    • No

    06

    Do you currently have any felony convictions on your criminal record?
    • Yes
    • No

    07

    Have you ever been convicted of any crime involving domestic violence, or are you currently the subject of a domestic violence restraining order?
    • Yes
    • No

    08

    Have you ever been convicted of a DUI/Wet Reckless? If yes, how long ago?
    • Never
    • Within the last 12 months
    • 1 year or more, but less than 2
    • 2 years or more, but less than 3
    • 3 years or more, but less than 4
    • 4 years or more

    09

    When was the last time you used PCP?
    • Never
    • Within the last 12 months
    • 1 year or more, but less than 5
    • 5 years or more, but less than 10
    • 10 years or more, but less than 15
    • 15 years or more, but less than 20
    • 20 years or more

    10

    When was the last time you used Heroin?
    • Never
    • Within the last 12 months
    • 1 year or more, but less than 5
    • 5 years or more, but less than 10
    • 10 years or more, but less than 15
    • 15 years or more, but less than 20
    • 20 years or more

    11

    When was the last time you used LSD?
    • Never
    • Within the last 12 months
    • 1 year or more, but less than 5
    • 5 years or more, but less than 10
    • 10 years or more, but less than 15
    • 15 years or more, but less than 20
    • 20 years or more

    12

    When was the last time you used Ecstasy or GHB?
    • Never
    • Within the last 12 months
    • 1 year or more, but less than 2
    • 2 years or more, but less than 3
    • 3 years or more, but less than 4
    • 4 years or more, but less than 5
    • 5 years or more, but less than 6
    • 6 years or more

    13

    Do you have a minimum of 1,000 hours of total fixed-wing flight time, 1,500 total pilot-in-command time, 500 hours turbine-powered aircraft time, and 250 hours of instrument flight time?
    • Yes
    • No

    14

    How many total hours of fixed-wing flight time do you have?
    15

    How many total hours of pilot-in-command time do you have?
    16

    How many hours of turbine-powered aircraft time do you have?
    17

    How many hours of instrument flight time do you have?
    18

    Do you possess a valid FAA Commercial Pilot's license with single engine fixed-wing and instrument rating? (Upload a copy of the front and back your license(s) as an attachment to your application prior to submitting the application.)
    • Yes
    • No

    19

    Do you have a single and multi-engine CFI airplane and/or CFII airplane certification? (Upload a copy of your certification(s) as an attachment to your application prior to submitting the application.)
    • Yes
    • No

    20

    What FAA Class Medical Certificate do you hold? (Upload a copy of your certificate(s) as an attachment to your application prior to submitting the application.)
    • Class I
    • Class II
    • Class III
    • None of the above

    21

    How many years of experience do you have operating fixed-wing turboprop aircraft?
    • None
    • Less than 12 months
    • 1 year or more, but less than 2
    • 2 years or more, but less than 3
    • 3 years or more, but less than 4
    • 4 years or more, but less than 5
    • 5 years or more, but less than 6
    • 6 years or more

    22

    Do you have current commercial and instrument ratings, including six-month instrument currency?
    • Yes
    • No

    23

    I acknowledge and understand that I must pass the annual FAA Class II flight physical examination.
    • Yes
    • No

    24

    I acknowledge and understand that this position requires significant schedule flexibility, including availability for weekends, night shifts, and/or holidays as needed, along with occasional out-of-state travel.
    • Yes
    • No

    25

    I acknowledge that I am required to provide proof of my license(s) and certificate(s) for verification prior to the closing date of the job posting.
    • Yes
    • No

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