Sheriff Pilot | Bell 206B, Bell UH-1H

Position Summary

The Sheriff's Office Pilot operates aircraft in support of law enforcement, search and rescue, emergency response, and special operations. The Pilot serves as Pilot-in-Command (PIC), providing aerial support to ground units and command staff while ensuring safe flight operations.

Schedule

• Full-time position
• Must work any shift, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays
• On standby during off-duty hours as assigned
• Must report to duty within 30 minutes or as otherwise directed

Responsibilities

• Pilot aircraft for law enforcement, search and rescue, and emergency response operations
• Support drug enforcement operations through aerial surveillance
• Serve as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) and exercise final authority over flight safety
• Evaluate terrain, hazards, and operational conditions
• Provide aerial observation and tactical support to deputies and command staff
• Maintain radio communications with dispatch and ground units
• Ensure compliance with FAA regulations and Sheriff's Office policies
• Maintain and audit flight logs, training files, and maintenance documentation
• Oversee incident documentation and video management
• Maintain proficiency in emergency and advanced flight operations
• Coordinate and oversee aircraft maintenance
• Track staff training and assist in training Aviation Unit personnel
• Prepare mission materials and distribute reports
• May supervise Extra Help Sheriff Pilot staff
• May be required to testify in court

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 500 hours Pilot-in-Command (PIC), including 50 hours of night flying
• Valid California driver's license
• Must pass a comprehensive background investigation
• Must possess and maintain one of the following FAA certification combinations at the time of appointment:
    – FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Single-Engine Aircraft Rating and valid Second Class Medical Certificate
    – FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate and valid Second Class Medical Certificate
    – FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Single-Engine Helicopter Rating and proficiency in agency aircraft (Bell 206B, Bell UH-1H)

Preferred Qualifications

• Instrument Rating
• Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) rating with Instrument Instructor rating
• Prior law enforcement experience or training

Benefits

• Not Specified