JOB
High school diploma or equivalent. An evaluation of foreign high school diploma may be required.Must possess and maintain throughout employment, a valid Florida driver license without any restrictions affecting job performance. Driver license must show current address. All candidates must submit with the application, a Certified Department of Motor Vehicles "entire" driving history.Florida driving histories can be obtained at any courthouse in Broward County. Three year, 7 year, and online Florida driving history records will not be accepted.If you have possessed a driver's license in any other state in the past 10 years you will need to submit an "entire" driving history from that state. For non-Florida driving histories, please contact that state's division of motor vehicles.The search date for all driving histories must be within one month of the date the application for employment is received by the Bureau of Human Resources.Driving history records must be attached to the online application.Successful completion of a factory school for the current model and type of aircraft/helicopter operated by the agency preferred.Flight experience in current model and type of aircraft/helicopter operated by the agency preferred.An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered. Such experience must be clearly documented for consideration.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTSPossession of a Commercial Pilots License for rotary wing aircraft/helicopter and instrument rated license.FAA First or Second Class Medical Certificate.Five hundred (500) flight hours as a pilot-in-command rotorcraft-helicopter.One hundred (100) flight hours turbine-engine rotorcraft-helicopter preferred.One hundred (100) hours rotorcraft-helicopter night flight time.One hundred fifty (150) hours rotorcraft-helicopter flight time within the previous twelve (12) months preferred.CFI and CFII Rotorcraft-Helicopter rated preferred; prior law enforcement helicopter experience preferred.Trained and qualified in the use of Aviator’s Night Vision Imaging System preferred.Additional licensure, certification, or training will apply to meet and maintain compliance with established regulatory standards from the Federal Aviation AdministrationSalary: The salary range for the position is $124,369 - $175,000.Additionally, applicants who are Florida Certified will receive an additional supplement of four percent (4%) and would be FRS Special Risk.Maximum salary including four percent (4%) supplement is $182,000.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Under administrative direction, this position performs flight operations within the Aviation Division of the Department of Law Enforcement of the Broward County Sheriff’s Office. Employees in this classification command and operate helicopters during specialized and selective law enforcement activities. Work involves an element of personal danger and employees must be able to act without direct supervision and to exercise independent discretion in addressing emergency situations. Work assignments and instructions are received from an administrative superior who reviews work methods and results through observation, reports and conferences. Incumbents perform essential class functions as outlined herein according to functional area of assignment. Performs related work as directed.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; computer based test; interview; polygraph examination; psychological evaluation; employment record, fingerprint and background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position and could last 10 to 12 weeks. Reapplication will be determined on a case-by-case basis.BSO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Veterans' preference per Florida law.If you encounter issues with your application and need technical assistance, please contact Applicant Support (GovernmentJobs.com) from 9 am to 9 pm EST, Monday - Friday. You can reach them by phone at 855-524-5627 or email
[email protected]. Once you successfully submit your application, you will receive a confirmation e-mail. If you do not receive this e-mail, please contact Applicant Support for any inquiries.
