AERO BUREAU
LOS SANTOS COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT — SKY KNIGHT PILOT PROGRAM
The LOS SANTOS COUNTY SHERIFF - Aero Bureau invites applications for the position of:
SKY KNIGHT RELIEF PILOT
PSN: #2022-33
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OPENING DATE: 01/JUN/2023
CLOSING DATE:
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Part-time, No benefits included.
Open until spots are filled. Applications are accepted on a continuous basis. This recruitment may be closed at any time without any notice.
The Los Santos County Sheriff's Department - Aero Bureau is seeking very responsible and highly-skilled pilots for our Sky Knight program patrol program. We are currently recruiting to fill part-time Sky Knight relief Helicopter Pilots. Helicopter Pilots spend 4 hours of the 8-hour shift in the air, with the specific schedule in air being determined by the LS County Sheriff. Under generic supervision, pilots are required to operate helicopters in the performance of aerial patrol and surveillance in the Sky Knight Patrol program; maintain schedules, logs, and licenses required for the program operation. All pilot positions are civilian, non-sworn positions.
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1. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
- Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
When assigned to aerial patrol a helicopter pilot:- Flies the aircraft over designated areas;
- Responds to calls from the Sheriff's Communication Center;
- Assist Sheriff's units during vehicular or foot pursuits;
- Locates and reports crimes;
- Assist and coordinates units on the field;
- Assists by acting as an aerial command post;
- Act as a spot helicopter during Air 5 Rescue operations;
- Assist other Law Enforcement Agencies during Mutual Aid pursuits;
- Aids and assists ground units in all phases of police activity;
- Operates a top-of-the-line light rotorcraft with advanced FLIR systems according to SAAA rules and regulations;
- Makes sure that the helicopter is clean and secured inside the hangar;
- Makes sure that the helicopter undergoes the proper maintenance;
- Drives a marked Sheriff's Van or utility Caracara;
- Makes sure that all the charts and operational procedures are updated;
- Writes a simple report in case of response to a massive accident.
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2. QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education and Experience:
Graduation from high school or GED equivalent and/or any combination of training that could provide the aforementioned knowledge, skills, and abilities. A minimum of five hundred (500) hours as a Pilot In Command total time in helicopters but not mandatory as training is provided at LSSD expenses.
Mandatory Special Requirements:
- Valid San Andreas Driver's License with a (preferred) good driving record, and;
- (( Must have a working microphone and be willing to use TeamSpeak during pursuit operations. ))
Obtained through our internal Flight Academy if you do not meet the requirements.
- Valid FAA Second Class Medical Certificate with no limitations to night flight, and;
- Valid FAA Commercial Pilot License, with a rotorcraft-helicopter class type-rating without any type of limitations attached.
- Fly specified helicopters in patrol and surveillance operations;
- Respond to calls in normal and extreme emergent situations;
- Maintain effective relations with LS County Deputies;
- Communicate effectively in English;
- Be able to work in different environments and/or stress conditions, such as:
Exposure to moderate vibration levels inside the aircraft, sitting in a cramped aircraft seat, exposure to excessive noise and dust using auditory protective equipment.
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3. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
- Selection Process: All properly submitted applications will be reviewed by the Personnel Administration Bureau and evaluated. Those candidates that are deemed to be meeting our requirements will be invited to sit the examination process which consists of an interview, written examination, and/or performance test.
Written Test: Candidates who pass the Application will be brought over to one of the Department's facilities to take part in an examination session among other candidates. Passing the written test may be your first step to becoming a member of the Los Santos County Sheriff's Department. The test consists of questions designed to measure your reading, writing, and reasoning skills. These basic skills are essential for success in the Sheriff's Academy and on the job. Candidates will be allowed one (1) opportunity to pass the Written Test. If a candidate does not pass the WT, the candidate must wait three (3) weeks before he/she can reapply.
The written test requires you to write an essay in response to a general subject question. The essay will be evaluated based on your written communication skill and demonstrated effectiveness in judgment and decision-making and behavioral flexibility. There is no right or wrong answer to the question. Each candidate's response will be unique to that candidate, based on his or her life experiences.
Candidates are not successful in the Essay for numerous reasons, including the following:
- Using poor examples that fail to showcase their abilities and potential
- Failure to provide enough details that would make the essays clear and easier to understand
- Failure to stay on topic (i.e. rambling, too much detail, or irrelevant information)
- Failure to provide all information asked for in the essay questions (i.e. did not completely answer the questions)
- Lacks adequate written communication skills (i.e. English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, etc.)
Due to the fact that the Written Test is primarily OOC focused, applicants who have previously passed the Written Test on any character within the past three months do not have to complete it again. ))
Orientation: Candidates who successfully pass the written exam will be invited to sit an orientation flight with Aero Bureau personnel to determine if they possess the baseline of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position. The flights will be booked by the LS County Sheriff depending on the availability of training and examining personnel. The flight may include and is not limited to:- Knowledge and ability of basic radio usage;
- Aircraft maneuvrability basics;
- FLIR Systems Basics (not mandatory);
- General Navigation Knowledge;
Our offices are located at: 100 Sustancia Avenue Los Santos, SA 90012 |
Sky Knight Relief Pilot Position PSN: #2022-33 |