Air Rescue Helicopter Pilot

Broward County Sheriff's Office (FL) • Fort Lauderdale, FL

180d

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

• >3500 total rotorcraft-helicopter flight hours
• >2000 total PIC in category
• 500 hours NVG experience
• 14CFR 135 Helicopter Air Ambulance experience
• Certified Flight Instructor and Certified Flight Instructor Instrument Certificate
• Airline Transport Pilot Certificate
• EC135/EC145 experience

Responsibilities

• Operates rotary-wing aircraft in response to fire rescue scene calls, inter-facility transports and search and rescue missions.
• Complies with Federal Aviation Regulations and Air Traffic Control procedures.
• Conducts all flight operations in compliance with the FARs, the aircraft flight manual, BSO General Operations Manual, Operations Specifications, and BSOFR policies/procedures.
• Transports victims, patients, equipment, and medical personnel; ensures that the aircraft and weather conditions are flightworthy.
• Performs aerial firefighting operations.
• Conducts Rescue Hoist operations.
• Ensures full and proper completion of all flight/maintenance logs, load manifest forms, Record of Airman Flight and Duty Time Sheets, Risk Assessments.
• Ensures proper briefing of passengers per 14 CFR 135.117.
• Performs all pre-flight, in-flight and post flight checks in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.
• Conducts detailed flight plans with little notice; ensures proper fueling and operations readiness of aircraft at all times.
• Performs aircraft cleaning; keeps the aircraft exterior clean and assists in keeping the base of operations presentable.
• Completes all training and qualification events required to maintain currency as dictated in 14 CFR Part 135.
• Conduct training flights to enhance air operations, safety, efficiency, and coordination with other units.
• Maintains current knowledge of local geography and roadway networks.
• Conducts shift change briefings with the pilot going off duty, medical personnel, and the communications center.
• Completes all flight assignments in a safe and professional manner.
• Actively participates in the continuous improvement phase of BSOFRs Safety Management System (SMS).
• Submits 'Hazard/Incident Report' to Chief Pilot and Director of Operations.
• Maintains positive customer relations.
• Performs basic life support first aid emergencies.
• Responsible for maintaining qualifications in keeping with the requirements outlined in the FARs, the BSOFR Training Manual, and this General Operations Manual.
• Performs related duties as directed.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities
• Education Level: High school or GED