Decatur,GA,USA Police Helicopter Pilot-Sworn-Decatur,GA

This employment opportunity is offered by a reputable county police department, dedicated to maintaining public safety and providing essential law enforcement services using advanced resources and personnel. The department is committed to upholding the highest standards of public service through innovative policing methods, including the integration of air support units, which are vital for rapid response and effective law enforcement operations. Situated within a framework that values professionalism, training, and community engagement, this police department plays a critical role in ensuring the security and wellbeing of the community it serves. The position available is for a sworn pilot in the department's air support unit. This role is vital for supporting law enforcement missions from the air, providing aerial surveillance, disaster assessment, search operations, and transporting authorized personnel. Classified as a safety-sensitive position, candidates must comply with the county's drug and alcohol policy, including random drug testing. The role is categorized under Salary Grade S20, with a pay range of $64,166 to $103,308 and is designated as nonexempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The sworn pilot will be responsible for piloting departmental helicopters either as pilot-in-command or second-in-command. This includes executing flight missions that support law enforcement activities, ensuring aircraft safety and regulatory compliance, and maintaining the helicopter and related equipment. The position requires the pilot to perform detailed pre-flight and post-flight inspections in alignment with Airbus Flight Manuals and FAA standards, conduct routine maintenance such as cleaning, refueling, and technical servicing of the helicopter, and manage heliport and office facility upkeep. Beyond operational duties, the pilot must complete and maintain relevant FAA training and certifications, including various licenses and safety standards. The ability to operate specialized flight equipment and make critical safety decisions concerning flight conditions is a central component of this role. This position demands a high level of expertise in helicopter piloting within a law enforcement context, combined with strong judgment and adherence to safety protocols. This role is particularly suited for experienced rotorcraft pilots who seek to apply their aviation skills in a public safety setting. Candidates must demonstrate a significant amount of flight experience and hold the requisite licensure and certifications mandated by federal and state authorities. The successful candidate will join a highly skilled team within the police department, contributing directly to the efficiency and effectiveness of air support operations that are essential for contemporary policing efforts. This position is fundamental to supporting mission-critical tasks such as emergency response, surveillance, and providing tactical aerial perspectives that ground units rely upon for enhanced situational awareness. This comprehensive role offers an opportunity to serve the community in a dynamic environment that combines aviation expertise with law enforcement objectives. With a commitment to ongoing training and professional growth within a structured public safety framework, this position is essential to upholding the safety and operational readiness of the air support unit.

• High school diploma or GED
• Completion of at least 1500 rotorcraft-helicopter flight hours with 1000 total helicopter pilot-in-command hours including 500 hours rotorcraft turbine-engine and 250 hours rotorcraft-helicopter night flight
• 50 hours rotorcraft-helicopter flight time within the 12 months prior to employment
• Valid Georgia driver’s license
• FAA Commercial Helicopter Certificate
• FAA 1st or 2nd class medical certificate
• Basic Law Enforcement certification
• Willingness to undergo random drug testing as per county policy
• Ability to perform safety sensitive duties