Chief Helicopter Pilot
Apply NowCompany: Flagler County
Location: Bunnell, FL 32110
Description:
Salary: $87,859.20 - $114,899.20 Annually
Location : 1769 East Moody Blvd. Bunnell, FL
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 00792
Department: Fire Rescue
Opening Date: 02/18/2025
Closing Date: 3/12/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Why work for Flagler County?
Flagler County is dedicated to enriching the lives of those we serve and strives to deliver a vibrant and prosperous community with a focus on providing exceptional quality of life. As we work together to put the needs of our community first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans - to take care of you and your family now, and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities, you can build a long, successful career with us. You'll thrive in an environment where we build a culture of innovation by encouraging collaboration and empowering staff to facilitate positive outcomes. We understand the importance of work/life balance, having flexible work schedules and the ability to be able to afford health insurance. That's why our benefits are known to be some of the best around! We offer a robust benefit package that includes low-cost health insurance, no cost onsite wellness center and gym, retirement in the Florida Retirement System, County paid basic life insurance, 13 paid holidays, generous personal leave, tuition reimbursement, longevity pay, and wellness programs to support a happier, healthier you. At Flagler County we aspire to be the catalyst that makes us an employer of choice.
Position Summary
This is a Flagler County Fire & Rescue position performing flight operations for Flagler County. Employees in this classification command and fly single engine helicopters during specialized emergency activities. Persons operating in this position will be required to maintain detailed records of flight operations. Employees in this classification are assigned shift work including holidays and weekends.
Essential Functions
These essential functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. All employees will be required to perform other job-related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Flagler County is a drug free workplace; some positions may require a pre-employment drug screen.
Flagler County, Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Flagler County, Florida will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Physical Requirements
Physical demand: Medium
Flagler County offers the following benefits to its employees:
Personal Leave:Full-time regular employees accrue 20 personal leave days per year up to the maximum allowable accruals.
Eligible part-time regular employee accruals are prorated accordingly.
EMPLOYEES WORKING 40 HOURS PER WEEK Continuous Employment
Date of hire- End of 4th 3.076 weekly 20 days a year up to the max allowable accruals
Start of 5th - End of 5th 3.232 weekly 21 days a year up to the max allowable accruals
Start of 6th - End of 6th 3.384 weekly 22 days a year up to the max allowable accruals
Start of 7th - End of 7th 3.540 weekly 23 days a year up to the max allowable accruals
Start of 8th - End of 8th 3.692 weekly 24 days a year up to the max allowable accruals
Start of 9th - End of 9th 3.848 weekly 25 days a year up to the max allowable accruals
Start of 10th - End of 14th 4.000 weekly 26 days a year up to the max allowable accruals
Start of 15th - Year on 4.308 weekly 28 days a year up to the max allowable accruals
EMPLOYEES WORKING 56 HOURS PER WEEK Continuous Employment
Date of hire - End of 4th 4.615 weekly. Annual shifts 10 up to the max allowable
Start of 5th - End of 5th 4.846 weekly. Annual Shifts 10.5 up to the max allowable
Start of 6th - End of 6th 5.077 weekly. Annual Shifts 11 up to the max allowable
Start of 7th - End of 7th 5.308 weekly. Annual Shifts 11.5 up to the max allowable
Start of 8th - End of 8th 5.539 weekly. Annual Shifts 12 up to the max allowable
Start of 9th - End of 9th 5.769 weekly. Annual Shifts 12.5 up to the max allowable
Start of 10th - End of 14th 6.000 weekly. Annual Shifts 13 up to the max allowable
Start of 15th - Year on 6.462 weekly. Annual Shifts 14 up to the max allowable
ObservedHolidays:
01
Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalent? If yes, please upload a copy with application in order to move forward in the hiring process.
02
Do you possess a valid Florida driver's license? If yes, please upload a copy with application in order to move forward in the recruitment process.
03
Do you possess a Commercial pilots' license for rotorcraft helicopter with Instrument rating? If yes, please upload a copy in order to move forward in the hiring process.
04
Do you possess a FAA Second Class Medical Certificate? If yes, please upload in order to move forward in hiring process.
05
Have you successfully completed Airbus Helicopter's factory school for model AS350 helicopter or equivalent, i.e. (Bell, MD, Leonardo Helicopter's etc.)?
06
Do you possess flight experience in Airbus Helicopter's model AS350 helicopter or equivalent, i.e. (Bell, MD, Leonardo Helicopter's etc.)? If yes, please list where you gained the experience in the work history section of your application.
07
Do you possess experience with flying fire-fighting water drop operations in rotorcraft? If yes, please list where you gained the experience.
08
Do you possess a minimum of 250 hours Night unaided? If yes, please list where you gained the experience.
09
Do you possess a minimum of 3000 hours flight time in helicopters, 2000 of which must have been in turbine helicopters?
10
Do you possess a minimum 200 hours Night Vision Goggles? If yes, please list where you gained the experience.
11
Do you possess any prior FAA management experience? If yes, where did you gain the experience?
12
Do you have the ability to complete training and successfully pass FAR part 135 check ride for Chief pilot designation?
13
Do you possess or have ability to obtain Florida Firefighter certification within 12 months of hire? Please select option that best describes you.
14
All required certifications, diplomas and licenses must be uploaded with application. Have you completed this step?
15
Please list within the last 12 months your flight hours in turbine rotorcraft.
Required Question
Location : 1769 East Moody Blvd. Bunnell, FL
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 00792
Department: Fire Rescue
Opening Date: 02/18/2025
Closing Date: 3/12/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Why work for Flagler County?
Flagler County is dedicated to enriching the lives of those we serve and strives to deliver a vibrant and prosperous community with a focus on providing exceptional quality of life. As we work together to put the needs of our community first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans - to take care of you and your family now, and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities, you can build a long, successful career with us. You'll thrive in an environment where we build a culture of innovation by encouraging collaboration and empowering staff to facilitate positive outcomes. We understand the importance of work/life balance, having flexible work schedules and the ability to be able to afford health insurance. That's why our benefits are known to be some of the best around! We offer a robust benefit package that includes low-cost health insurance, no cost onsite wellness center and gym, retirement in the Florida Retirement System, County paid basic life insurance, 13 paid holidays, generous personal leave, tuition reimbursement, longevity pay, and wellness programs to support a happier, healthier you. At Flagler County we aspire to be the catalyst that makes us an employer of choice.
Position Summary
This is a Flagler County Fire & Rescue position performing flight operations for Flagler County. Employees in this classification command and fly single engine helicopters during specialized emergency activities. Persons operating in this position will be required to maintain detailed records of flight operations. Employees in this classification are assigned shift work including holidays and weekends.
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 management
- Coordinates 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 systems
- Coordinates 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.
These essential functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. All employees will be required to perform other job-related duties as required.
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
- USFS/ OAS carded and/or Florida Forest Service certified for firefighting water bucket operations in Rotorcraft desired
- 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.
Flagler County is a drug free workplace; some positions may require a pre-employment drug screen.
Flagler County, Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Flagler County, Florida will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Highly knowledgeable of FAR Part 135 General Operations Manual, Part 135 Company training manual, FAR Part 133 Company rotorcraft external load manual, FAA Federal Aviation Regulations, Operations Specifications, Aircraft flight manuals, etc. and other instructions pertinent to duties.
Physical Requirements
Physical demand: Medium
- 50 lbs. maximum lifting.
- Some lifting, carrying up to 50 lbs.
- Some walking, standing may be required.
- Expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken word or perceiving sound by ear.
- Good eyesight for production or safety of self and others.
- Physical agility is required in kneeling, bending, stooping, and reaching.
Flagler County offers the following benefits to its employees:
- Generous medical plan
- Dependent benefits available at reasonable rates
- Basic life insurance in the amount of 1x salary up to $50,000 at no cost to the employee
- Additional life insurance benefits for the employee and/or dependents are available at the employee's cost
- Dental and vision plans are offered on a voluntary basis at the employee's cost at group rates
- Onsite Employee Health & Wellness Center
- Flexible Spending Account through P&A Group
- Florida Retirement System (FRS)-
- Personal Leave
Personal Leave:Full-time regular employees accrue 20 personal leave days per year up to the maximum allowable accruals.
Eligible part-time regular employee accruals are prorated accordingly.
EMPLOYEES WORKING 40 HOURS PER WEEK Continuous Employment
Date of hire- End of 4th 3.076 weekly 20 days a year up to the max allowable accruals
Start of 5th - End of 5th 3.232 weekly 21 days a year up to the max allowable accruals
Start of 6th - End of 6th 3.384 weekly 22 days a year up to the max allowable accruals
Start of 7th - End of 7th 3.540 weekly 23 days a year up to the max allowable accruals
Start of 8th - End of 8th 3.692 weekly 24 days a year up to the max allowable accruals
Start of 9th - End of 9th 3.848 weekly 25 days a year up to the max allowable accruals
Start of 10th - End of 14th 4.000 weekly 26 days a year up to the max allowable accruals
Start of 15th - Year on 4.308 weekly 28 days a year up to the max allowable accruals
EMPLOYEES WORKING 56 HOURS PER WEEK Continuous Employment
Date of hire - End of 4th 4.615 weekly. Annual shifts 10 up to the max allowable
Start of 5th - End of 5th 4.846 weekly. Annual Shifts 10.5 up to the max allowable
Start of 6th - End of 6th 5.077 weekly. Annual Shifts 11 up to the max allowable
Start of 7th - End of 7th 5.308 weekly. Annual Shifts 11.5 up to the max allowable
Start of 8th - End of 8th 5.539 weekly. Annual Shifts 12 up to the max allowable
Start of 9th - End of 9th 5.769 weekly. Annual Shifts 12.5 up to the max allowable
Start of 10th - End of 14th 6.000 weekly. Annual Shifts 13 up to the max allowable
Start of 15th - Year on 6.462 weekly. Annual Shifts 14 up to the max allowable
ObservedHolidays:
- New Year's Day
- Dr. Martin Luther King Jr's Birthday
- Good Friday
- Memorial Day
- Juneteenth
- Employee Appreciation Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Veteran's Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Day after Thanksgiving
- Christmas Holiday
- Christmas Holiday
01
Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalent? If yes, please upload a copy with application in order to move forward in the hiring process.
- Yes
- No
02
Do you possess a valid Florida driver's license? If yes, please upload a copy with application in order to move forward in the recruitment process.
- Yes
- No
03
Do you possess a Commercial pilots' license for rotorcraft helicopter with Instrument rating? If yes, please upload a copy in order to move forward in the hiring process.
- Yes
- No
04
Do you possess a FAA Second Class Medical Certificate? If yes, please upload in order to move forward in hiring process.
- Yes
- No
05
Have you successfully completed Airbus Helicopter's factory school for model AS350 helicopter or equivalent, i.e. (Bell, MD, Leonardo Helicopter's etc.)?
- Yes
- No
06
Do you possess flight experience in Airbus Helicopter's model AS350 helicopter or equivalent, i.e. (Bell, MD, Leonardo Helicopter's etc.)? If yes, please list where you gained the experience in the work history section of your application.
- Yes
- No
07
Do you possess experience with flying fire-fighting water drop operations in rotorcraft? If yes, please list where you gained the experience.
08
Do you possess a minimum of 250 hours Night unaided? If yes, please list where you gained the experience.
09
Do you possess a minimum of 3000 hours flight time in helicopters, 2000 of which must have been in turbine helicopters?
- Yes
- No
10
Do you possess a minimum 200 hours Night Vision Goggles? If yes, please list where you gained the experience.
11
Do you possess any prior FAA management experience? If yes, where did you gain the experience?
12
Do you have the ability to complete training and successfully pass FAR part 135 check ride for Chief pilot designation?
- Yes
- No
13
Do you possess or have ability to obtain Florida Firefighter certification within 12 months of hire? Please select option that best describes you.
- Already possess certification.
- Ability to obtain required certification within allotted time frame
- Do not have ability to obtain required certification
14
All required certifications, diplomas and licenses must be uploaded with application. Have you completed this step?
- Yes
- No
15
Please list within the last 12 months your flight hours in turbine rotorcraft.
Required Question