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Sheriff's Helicopter PilotPrintApplySheriff's Helicopter PilotSalary$100,917.28 - $141,477.48 AnnuallyLocationCamarillo and may be required to travel throughout Ventura County, CAJob TypeFull-Time RegularDepartmentSheriffJob Number1778SHF-19AA (GC)ClosingContinuous
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DescriptionThe Ventura County Sheriff's Office is seeking an experienced Helicopter Pilot for a rewarding career. Incumbents serve as Pilot in Command (PIC) during a full range of helicopter missions, are responsible for the safe overall operation of Ventura County Sheriff's Office aircraft, and have the final authority for all safety-of-flight aspects of the helicopter operations. In addition, pilots fly over all types of terrain during aerial firefighting, law enforcement, crew/equipment transport, reconnaissance, medical rescue, disaster mitigation and related activities; maintains pilot flight logs and records; performs minor repairs and inspections and performs other duties as required.SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: Incumbents often must work under adverse conditions and successfully respond to unexpected and occasionally life threatening events. Must also work rotating shifts which include stand-by on-call status and be willing/able to respond to emergencies after normal working hours and arrive at the hanger within thirty (30) minutes of initial notification.DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This classification is distinguished from other classifications in the Deputy Sheriff series in that the incumbent's primary responsibility is to operate a helicopter in the performance of law enforcement and fire suppression duties, and rescue missions. This position is non-sworn.PAYROLL TITLE: Fire/Sheriffs PilotEDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE: Possible educational incentive of 2.5%, 3.5%, or 5% for incumbents in eligible positions based on completion of an Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree that is not required for the classification.BILINGUAL INCENTIVE: Incumbents may also be eligible for bilingual incentive depending upon operational need and certification of skill.AGENCY/DEPARTMENT: Sheriff / Air UnitFire/Sheriffs Pilot is represented by the Ventura County Deputy Sheriff's Association (VCDSA) and is eligible for overtime compensation.The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future Regular (including Temporary and Fixed-term), Intermittent, and Extra Help positions within the Sheriff's Office. There is one (1) anticipated Regular vacancy.TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OPENING DATE: September 11, 2019CLOSING DATE: Continuous and may close at any time; therefore, the schedule for the remainder of the process will depend upon when a sufficient number of qualified applications are received to meet business needs.Examples Of DutiesDuties may include but are not limited to the following:
Operates light, medium, and heavy size turbine powered helicopters over all types of terrain to assist in the suppression of wildland and other types of fires; may be involved in making water/foam drops in assigned fire suppression target areas, effecting rescues, and transporting firefighter crews and logistical materials to the fire line;
Performs general law enforcement assignments for the protection of life and property, prevention and suppression of criminal law violators;
Reviews and maintains written and computerized flight logs and records;
Transports medical personnel to medical emergencies and injured patients to hospitals;
Operates special helicopter accessory equipment, which may include: fixed water tank, hydraulic/electric snorkel, sling loads, rescue hoist, helitorch, video downlinking, mapping and forward looking infrared systems;
Assists in training crews to operate safely in and around helicopters; use maps; operates fire and aviation radios; checks, cleans and maintains helicopters; and performs general housekeeping duties in the aviation unit;
Maintains self and helicopter in a constant state of readiness for dispatch to emergency and non-emergency alarms or to assigned locations for ready response standby;
Performs minor maintenance of helicopters;
Researches, develops and writes procedures for the Aviation Unit;
May supervise and direct the work of personnel on the ground who are assisting in operations involving a helicopter; and
Performs other related duties as required.
Typical QualificationsThese are entrance requirements to the examination process and assure neither continuance in the process nor placement on an eligible list.EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE:
3,000 hours of helicopter flight time as pilot-in-command of which 1,000 hours shall include mountainous terrain on unimproved landing area at altitudes exceeding 4,000 feet MSL (co-pilot, second-in-command or dual received included in the 3,000 hours is not sufficient).
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Commercial Airman's Certificate with rotorcraft-helicopter instrument rating or FAA Airline Transport Pilot Certificate with rotorcraft-helicopter rating.
Possession of a valid Class I or II Airman's Medical Certificate issued by an FAA authorized medical examiner.
Possession of a valid California Driver's License OR ability to obtain within sixty (60) days of hire.
MUST SUBMIT A VALID COPY (front & back) OF FAA Pilot Certificate, FAA Medical Certificate, WITH APPLICATION. You can either submit a hard copy with your paper application or a scanned copy as an attachment for an on-line application. To attach a scanned copy to an on-line application, use the Add Attachment(s) link in the Attachments section at the bottom of the page where you can edit the various sections of your application.
Incumbents of this classification must be able to successfully complete all other sections of the Deputy Sheriff selection process to be eligible. This includes selected portions of Sheriff's and/or Fire Academy training (e.g., Defensive Driver Training, Wildland Fire Behavior, etc.)
DESIRED:
Possession of a FAA Flight Instructor Certificate for helicopters
Knowledge of Incident Command System, local topography, and area weather conditions
Possession of a USDA/USDI Interagency or Cal Fire carded in aerial ignition
Employed for one (1) year as a helicopter pilot by a Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 135 Operator.
Possession of a valid USDA/USDI Interagency or Cal Fire Pilot Qualifications Card for Type I, Type II and Type III helicopters with Reconnaissance and Survey, Mountainous Terrain, External Loads, Fire Suppression, and Water Dropping OR ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.
500 hours in a Type I or Type II turbine powered helicopter
250 hours performing low level missions in fire control and suppression, search and rescue over mountain or forested areas, EMS missions; or comparable military experience.
100 hours of night flying in a Type I, Type II and/or Type III turbine helicopter.
20 hours performing ANVIS/NVG low level missions in fire control and suppression, search and rescue over mountain or forested areas, EMS missions; or comparable military experience.
Multi engine helicopter experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesComprehensive knowledge of: helicopter flight control systems and equipment; Interagency Helicopter Operations Guidelines; Federal Aviation Regulations and the Aeronautical Information Manual; wildland fire behavior and fire weather.Comprehensive skill in operation of: light and medium, and heavy size turbine powered helicopters over all types of terrain; special helicopter accessory equipment, including fixed water tank, hydraulic/electric snorkel, sling loads, rescue hoist, helitorch, video downlinking, Night Vision Goggles (NVG) and forward looking infrared systems.Thorough ability to: review and maintain written and/or computerized flight logs and records; analyze fire and other emergency situations accurately and take effective action; read, speak and understand the English language; communicate effectively in writing; prepare clear and concise oral presentations; read, understand, interpret and apply VCSO air unit policies, rules, laws and ordinances; and establish and maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with superiors, subordinates and other employees in emergency and nonemergency situations.Recruitment ProcessFINAL FILING DATE: This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time; therefore, apply as soon as possible if you are interested in it. Your application must be received by County of Ventura Human Resources in Ventura, California, no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date.To apply on-line, please refer to our web site at www.ventura.org/jobs. If you prefer to fill out a paper application form, please call (805) 654-5129 for application materials and submit them to County of Ventura Human Resources, 800 South Victoria Avenue, L-1970, Ventura, CA 93009.NOTE: If presently permanently employed in another "merit" or "civil service" public agency/entity in the same or substantively similar position as is advertised, and if appointed to that position by successful performance in a "merit" or "civil service" style examination, then appointment by "Lateral Transfer" may be possible. If interested, please click here for additional information.Applicants must provide sufficient information under the Education/Work Experience portion of the application and supplemental questionnaire in order to determine eligibility. A resume may be attached to supplement your responses in the above-referenced sections; however, it may not be submitted in lieu of the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE - qualifying: All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire for this examination AT THE TIME OF FILING. The supplemental questionnaire may be used throughout the examination process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications and acceptability for the position. Failure to complete and submit the questionnaire may result in the application being removed from consideration.APPLICATION EVALUATION – qualifying: All applications will be reviewed to determine whether or not the stated requirements are met. Those individuals meeting the stated requirements will be invited to continue to the next step in the screening and selection process.NOTE: If there is a high number of qualified applicants, a comparative screening will be conducted to determine which of the applicants will be selected for invitation to the oral examination. Applications will be evaluated and ranked according to criteria that most closely meets the needs of the department, so it is essential that applicants provide as much detail as possible and answer all parts of the application and supplemental questionnaire.ORAL EXAMINATION - qualifying: A job-related oral examination and prescreening will be conducted to evaluate and compare participating candidates' knowledge, skills, and abilities in relation to those factors which job analysis has determined to be essential for successful performance of the job. Candidates must earn a score of seventy percent (70%) or higher to be considered for continuation to the practical examination.PRACTICAL EXAMINATION - 100%: A job-related flight evaluation will be conducted to compare participating candidates' knowledge, skills, and abilities in relation to those factors which job analysis has determined to be essential for successful performance of the job. If invited to the practical examination, candidates shall make available log books, training certificates and applicable records to the examination board.Candidates successfully completing the examination process may be placed on an eligible list for a period of one (1) year.BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: PRIOR TO ACTUAL APPOINTMENT FROM THE ELIGIBLE LIST, THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO PASS A THOROUGH BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION CONDUCTED BY THE SHERIFF'S HUMAN RESOURCES BUREAU. BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION FINDINGS MAY BE A BASIS FOR REMOVAL FROM THE ELIGIBLE LIST. TO SPEAK TO A SHERIFF'S OFFICE REPRESENTATIVE CONCERNING THE BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION PROCESS, CALL (805) 654-2375.For further information about this recruitment, please contact Gerald Chambers by email at gerald.chambers@ventura.org or phone (805) 477-1921.YOUR BENEFITS AS A COUNTY OF VENTURA EMPLOYEEVENTURA COUNTY DEPUTY SHERIFFS' ASSOCIATION(VCDSA)In addition to your annual salary, the County of Ventura offers you an extensive benefits package, including:FLEXIBLE BENEFIT PROGRAM: You allocate the County's non-taxable biweekly contribution among several benefit options. Employees regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more biweekly receive a Credit Allowance of $322.00. Employees regularly scheduled to work 40–59 hours biweekly receive a Credit Allowance of $242.00.Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans for you and your dependents. Current premium amounts can be found on the Benefits website (http://ceo.countyofventura.org/benefits).Flexible Spending Accounts which increase your spending power by reimbursing you with pre-taxed dollars for IRS approved dependent care and health care expenses.Pre-tax Salary Reduction available if the costs for the benefit options you select exceed the County's contribution. This saves you taxes by lowering your taxable income.Cash added to your taxable biweekly pay, depending on the selection you have made.EMPLOYEE HEALTH SERVICES CLINIC: Available to you for treatment of minor illness or injury.PAID PHYSICAL EXAMINATION: Once every 3 years if 20–44; annually if age 45 or over.10 PAID HOLIDAYS: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and one floating holiday. Paid holiday time is pro-rated for permanent part-time employees.ANNUAL LEAVE: Approximately 20 working days (in lieu of vacation and sick leave), increasing in increments to 30 days after 15 years of service. You may accumulate up to 600 hours, and may redeem a portion of your accrued hours annually. You will be paid the value of your accrued credits upon retirement or termination. Earned annual leave hours are pro-rated for permanent part-time employees.CLOTHING MAINTENANCE ALLOWANCE: Annual allowance of $928.MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT: If required to use your personal vehicle on County business, you will receive mileage reimbursement at the standard rate established by the IRS for each mile driven.RETIREMENT/SOCIAL SECURITY: Both the County and you contribute to the County's Retirement Plan. Benefits vest after 5 years. Compensation for retirement purposes includes all cash compensation excluding overtime, plus Flexible Benefits contribution, and retirement contribution pick up. Employees hired to work less than 64 hours biweekly participate in Safe Harbor retirement plan in lieu of VCERA and Social Security.https://Retirement FAQsRETIREMENT MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT TRUST: The County contributes an amount equal to 1% of your salary to a VCDSA trust. Contributions will be used toward health insurance premiums for eligible future VCDSA retirees and dependents. Contact VCDSA for coverage information.DEFERRED COMPENSATION: You may elect to contribute to one or both of the County's deferred compensation plans (established under Internal Revenue Code Sections 401(k) and 457). If you participate in the County sponsored 401(k) plan, the County will match a part of your contribution up to 2.5% of your salary, on a pay period basis. You must be regularly scheduled to work at least 40 hours each pay period to participate in the 401(k) plan. These plans enable you to build long-term savings while deferring current federal and state income taxes. In addition to pre-tax contributions, you are also able to make after-tax contributions through the Roth option available in the 457 plan.TEXTBOOK AND TUITION: When courses have been satisfactorily completed, the County will reimburse you to a maximum of $2,000 per fiscal year for tuition and books for off-duty, job-related courses. This benefit is pro-rated for part-time employees.EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE: The County may provide up to $210.73 bi-weekly for P.O.S.T or up to a 5% incentive pay for educational attainment if not specifically required by your job. You may only receive one form of incentive pay or premium pay and will receive that which provides the greatest incentive. This benefit is pro-rated for permanent part-time employees.PAID DEATH BENEFITS: $100,000 accidental death coverage while on duty in County Public Safety Aviation Unit aircraft or while on SWAT, Bomb Squad, K-9, Motorcycle or Narcotics duty. Your department will provide a $1,000 death benefit payable to your designated beneficiary in the event of your death if you are enrolled in the Flexible Benefits Program.OPTIONAL GROUP LIFE INSURANCE: If you are a regular County employee with a regular work schedule of at least 40 hours per pay period you may purchase term life insurance coverage for either $10,000 or one times your annual base salary, without evidence of insurability, if you enroll within your first 90 days of eligibility. You may also be eligible to purchase term life insurance at group rates for two or three times your annual salary, subject to evidence of insurability. Dependents life insurance is also available for employees who purchase optional life insurance.DISABILITY INSURANCE: The County contributes toward a VCDSA-sponsored plan which provides benefits in the event of disabling illness or injury. Contact VCDSA for coverage information.OPTIONAL WAGE SUPPLEMENT PLAN: You may purchase short-term disability coverage in weekly benefit amounts of $45 or $80. You must be regularly scheduled to work 40 hours or more each pay period to participate, and must enroll within 90 days of employment.OTHER BENEFITS: The County also offers an Employee Assistance Program, a Wellness Program, and a Work and Family Program which includes child care and elder care referrals.This Summary is informational only, and cannot modify or affect your benefits in any way, nor shall you accrue any rights because of a statement or omission from this Summary. Please refer to Plan Brochures and Memorandum of Agreement for details. The documents are available in your department.Links to VCDSA Memorandum of Agreement 2018-2021 VCDSA Side Letter #1 VCDSA Side Letter #2Union Codes: DSD, DSE, DGS, DSS01Please note: You are applying for a position within a law enforcement agency. If you are successful in the application, testing and selection process, you will undergo a thorough background investigation prior to receiving an offer of employment. The following are some of the more common reasons for disqualification from the background investigation:
Conviction of a felony.
Conviction of two or more misdemeanors in the past ten years.
Conviction of a sex related crime.
Having had a driving privilege suspended or revoked for non-medical reasons within the past five years.
Having any convictions for violent crimes or domestic violence incidents that prohibit the possession of a firearm under 29805 PC.
History of having illegally possessed, purchased, or sold any of the following substances in the past seven years: cocaine, methamphetamine, heroin, LSD, MDMA, ecstasy, psilocybin (psychedelic mushrooms), or PCP.
History of having illegally possessed marijuana in the past two years.
History of serious financial irresponsibility within the past 5 years.
Having been on any court ordered probation at any time within the past 5 years.
Dishonesty during any part of the application or hiring process, including the background investigation.
I have read and understand.
02Do you possess a valid FAA commercial pilot's certificate with helicopter instrument or ATP helicopter rating?
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03Please provide the total hours of helicopter pilot-in-command (PIC) you possess including the primary aircraft, agency name, and from/to dates. DO NOT include co-pilot, second-in-command, or dual hours. If you do not possess the aforementioned hours please indicate "N/A."04Have you been employed as a helicopter pilot for at least one (1) year by a Federal Aviation Regulation Part 135 Operator? If yes, list name of agency, from/to dates and your title. If no, please indicate "No."05How many hours of PIC helicopter experience in mountainous terrain above 4,000 feet do you possess? Include name of agency, from/to dates, number of hours, primary aircraft, and name of mountainous areas you have flown over. If none, please indicate "None."06How many hours of PIC helicopter offshore/over water experience do you possess? Include name of agency, from/to dates, primary aircraft, and areas you have flown over. If none, please indicate "None."07How many hours of PIC turbine engine flight time do you possess? Include name of agency, from/to dates, number of hours, and primary aircraft. If none, please indicate "None."08Do you possess PIC helicopter experience battling wildland fires? If yes, please include name of agency, number of hours, and from/to dates, and types of missions. If no, please indicate "No."09Do you possess PIC helicopter experience performing rescues? If yes, please include agency name, number of hours, from/to dates, primary aircraft, and types of rescues. If no, please indicate "No."10Do you possess a valid USDA/USDI Interagency Pilot and/or Cal Fire qualification card with Reconnaissance and Survey, Mountainous Terrain, External Loads, Fire Suppression, Aerial Ignition, and Water Dropping? If yes, please provide the type of helicopter(s), approved operations, and date(s) of approval. If no, please indicate "No."11Do you possess flight time experience operating a Bell UH-1H? If yes, how many hours, type of hours (PIC, co-pilot, second-in-command, or dual), name of agency, and from/to dates. If no, please indicate "No."12Do you possess flight time experience operating a Bell 205 or 206? If yes, list type of helicopter (205, 206 or both), how many hours, type of hours (PIC, co-pilot, second-in-command, or dual), name of agency, and from/to dates. If no, please indicate "No."13Do you possess flight time experience in a Sikorsky UH60 or S70? If yes, how many hours, types of hours (PIC, co-pilot, second in command, or dual), name of agency and from to dates. If no, please indicate "No."14Do you possess flight time experience in multi engine helicopters? If yes, how many hours, types of hours (PIC, co-pilot, second in command, or dual), name of agency and from to dates. If no, please indicate "No."15Do you possess flight time experience operating a fixed-wing aircraft? If yes, how many hours, type of hours (PIC, co-pilot, second-in-command, or dual), name of agency and from/to dates. If no, please indicate "No."16Do you possess any night flying experience in turbine helicopters? If yes, list number of hours, type of hours (e.g. PIC, co-pilot, second-in-command, or dual), name of agency, and from/to dates. If no, please indicate "No."17Do you possess any training and/or experience utilizing night vision goggles? If yes, please describe experience including agency name and from/to dates. If no, please indicate "No."18Have you ever had an aircraft accident or incident? If yes, briefly describe the circumstances including the date, type of aircraft, and location. If no, please indicate "No."19Do you possess a valid FAA Flight Instructor Certificate for helicopters?
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20Have you completed any Incident Command System courses? If yes, list course name, number and completion date. If no, please indicate "No."21Sheriff's pilots must be able to work rotating shifts and be available for stand-by, callbacks, and emergencies. If selected, will you be able to work this type of schedule?
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22Have you submitted a valid copy (front & back) of my Class I or II Airman's Medical Certificate issued by an FAA authorized medical examiner with your application?
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I do not possess a valid Class I or II Airman's Medical Certificate issued by an FAA authorized medical examiner.
23Have you submitted a valid copy (front & back) of my FAA commercial pilot's certificate with helicopter instrument rating with your application?
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I do not possess a valid FAA commercial pilot's certificate with helicopter instrument rating.
24Have you submitted a valid copy (front & back) of my USDA/USDI Interagency or Cal Fire Pilot Qualifications Card for Type I, Type II and Type III helicopters with Reconnaissance and Survey, Mountainous Terrain, External Loads, Fire Suppression, Aerial Ignition, and Water Dropping with your application?
Yes
No
I do not possess a valid USDA/USDI Interagency or Cal Fire Pilot Qualifications Card for Type II and Type III helicopters with Reconnaissance and Survey, Mountainous Terrain, External Loads, Fire Suppression, and Water Dropping.
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AgencyVentura CountyAddress800 S. Victoria AvenueLOC. #1970Ventura, California, 93009Phone(805) 654-2642 Websitehttp://hr.ventura.orgApplyYour browser does not support the IFRAME feature, which is required by this web page.
