Air Rescue Helicopter Pilot

Aviation Pilot

Under administrative direction, the purpose of the position is to perform flight operations within the Aviation Division of the Sheriff's Office Department of Fire Rescue and Emergency Services. Employees in this classification are certified public safety employees. Position operates as the pilot in command for multi engine helicopters in response to a variety of emergency and fire rescue missions. Position provides assistance with on-the-scene emergency medical care. Work involves an element of personal danger and employees must be able to act without direct supervision, utilizing initiative, and discretion in response to emergency circumstances. Performs related work as directed.

The base salary for this position is $110,717.00. The $181,999.00 salary listed above includes applicable supplemental compensation, including EMT Certification pay (5%), Special Operations pay (5.5%), and Fire Rescue Aviation supplemental pay. The earning potential for this position, depending on qualifications, certifications, and assignment, is up to $181,999.00 within the first year of employment. This gross total does not include educational incentive pay for which an incumbent may be eligible.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Possession of a Rotorcraft-Helicopter Commercial and Instrument rated license
• Possession of an FAA First or Second Class Medical certificate
• 2500 total flight hours with a minimum of 2000 hours in category
• 1500 hours Pilot-In-Command (PIC) in category
• 1000 hours rotorcraft turbine time of which 500 is twin engine time
• 500 hours cross-country flight time, at least 50 hours of which were at night
• 200 hours unaided night as PIC (100 hours of unaided can be substituted for by NVG, but cannot be reduced below 100 hours of unaided time)
• 75 hours of actual or simulated instrument time in flight category (simulator time only counts if it is a certified Level D FSTD)
• Possession and maintenance of a valid Florida driver's license throughout employment without restrictions that may affect job performance.
• Maintain a State of Florida or National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license.

Broward Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Broward Sheriff's Office will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.