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9860
AVIATION SUPERVISOR
Nature of Work
Under general direction, oversees and
advises on all aviation activities for the agency, such as
aircraft maintenance, scheduling, acquisition, pilot training,
and flight safety; ensures agency compliance with international,
federal, and state rules and regulations governing aircraft
operations; pilots and navigates rotary and/or fixed-wing single
and/or multi-engine aircraft for transportation of executives and
other state personnel, law enforcement aerial support, air search
and surveillance, aerial photography, and air ambulance services.
When required, flies at night, during instrument flight rules
conditions, at low altitudes, and/or over rough terrain; may
execute take-offs and landings in isolated areas at unusual
times. Performs regular duties of a state trooper, as needed, if
employment by the Department of Public Safety. Performs related
work as required.
Examples of Work
Schedules work assignments and training for all flight
personnel.
Schedules and supervises aircraft and equipment maintenance.
Ensures compliance with all applicable regulations, standards,
procedures, rules, laws, guidelines, and safety
requirements.
Ensures prompt response to med-vac requests; schedules med-vac
training sessions.
Plans missions after considering such factors as altitude,
terrain, weather, range, weight, airport facilities, and
navigational aids.
Pilots aircraft; determines flight routes; coordinates
landings and take-off times and places.
Oversees and/or participates in pre-flight and post-flight
inspections of power plant, airframe, and related equipment
for mechanical and structural soundness and for proper
operation of all auxiliary equipment, including
communications and navigational systems.
Assists in the performance of aircraft maintenance.
Oversees the accuracy and completeness of administrative logs
and reports prepared within the division.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the capacities and performance of Departmental
aircraft.
Knowledge of FAA rules and regulations governing the use of
aircraft in the agency in which assigned.
Knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations governing aerial
support to law enforcement activities.
Knowledge of flight planning, navigation, meteorology, and
aerial map reading.
Knowledge of aircraft maintenance and repair procedures.
Skill in piloting and navigating aircraft at low altitudes
over rugged terrain and/or under adverse flying conditions.
Ability to plan and supervise the work of professional pilots.
Ability to supervise operation and maintenance of aircraft.
Ability to handle such in-flight emergencies as crash landings
over land and water, fires, structural damage, and flight
systems malfunctions.
Ability to communicate both oral and written instructions in a
clear and concise manner.
Ability to prepare and maintain comprehensive logs, records,
and reports.
Ability to work long hours in varying climatic conditions.
Ability to establish and maintain satisfactory working
relationships with agency officials, other employees, and
the general public.
Minimum Qualifications
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Training:
Graduation from a military or Federal Aviation
Administration approved flight school.
Experience:
Four years of full-time or equivalent part
time paid employment in the field of military or civilian
aviation, one year of which must have been in a responsible
supervisory or administrative capacity. Completion of one
of the following Options:
Option A- For fixed-wing aircraft:
2,500 hours of flight time,
100 hours of actual instrument time,
100 hours of night time,
500 hours of cross-country time,
500 hours of multi-engine time, and
500 hours of turbine engine time.
Option B--Helicopter:
2,500 hours of helicopter flight time,
100 hours of night time,
500 hours of cross-country time,
500 hours of turbine engine time.
Special Requirement:
Possession of FAA Commercial Pilot's
license. Rotary-wing pilots must possess FAA rotor craft
rating. Fixed-wing pilots must possess FAA airplane single
and/or multi-engine and instrument rating. Possession of
current FAA Class II medical certificate.
Established: 9/19/90
Revised: 5/15/96
Effective:
5/15/96