Aircraft Pilot 1-2

Job# FOR-184168-3.20.26-TW

Possession of a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) first-class or second-class medical certificate and either of the following:

1. A Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Commercial Pilot license with instrument rating with 500 hours of recorded flight time.

2. A Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) license.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to check out on the model and types of aircraft to be flown.

Possession of appropriate ratings, waivers and/or certificates that may be required by the position to which the appointment is being made.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:
Incumbent of this position will perform skilled technical aviation work in the operation of aircraft in providing fire patrol, freight and passenger service for the Office of Forestry, Department of Agriculture and Forestry. Work includes forest fire detection and suppression activities, forest insect and disease patrol and survey, transportation of various materials and supplies, and the transport of personnel engaged in various forestry activities. Work is performed in accordance with rules and regulations for the Federal Aviation Administration and the Department of Agriculture and Forestry. Supervision of this position is received from the LDAF Aircraft Fleet Command Pilot or an LDAF Aircraft Fleet Chief Pilot(s). 

• Responsible for the operation of a single-engine and/or multi-engine airplane in wild land fire detection and suppression activities. 
• Responsible for reporting all wildfires located to the appropriate Office of Forestry dispatcher and/or the respective parish supervisor. 
• During both routine and large fire operations, the pilot may be asked to provide information on the following fire suppression activities: Determining fire priority for multiple fire situations, directing crews to fire locations, directing initial suppression attack, directing fire crew(s) escape route from life threatening situations, etc.), assists ground crews with equipment maintenance, ground support, and mitigation program requirements. 
• Responsible for detection and survey flights pertaining to insect and disease outbreaks; this involves flying a preset grid in order that a forester or other observer may make air observations for the purpose of pinpointing damaged forest areas on aerial maps. 
• Determines the suitability of weather conditions and other factors related to safe flying; this includes the occasions when the incumbent is called upon to fly patrol when weather is below visual flight rule minimums due to smoke and/or haze. Will use own judgment on whether or not to fly. 
• Required to participate in an Aviation Safety Continuing Education Program on a quarterly basis. 
• Required to be recertified each year by an approved agency check pilot. 
• May assist the Office of Forestry Safety Coordinator for an assigned location. 
• May assist the Office of Forestry Safety Coordinator for training, documentation, and audits associated with the Office of Forestry safety program. 
• Ensures that all fight records including flight plans are filed, updated, and maintained. 
• Ensure that all aircraft maintenance, records, and equipment are up to date and available upon request for the aircraft that he/she is currently flying. 
• Responsible for transporting administrative personnel and personnel engaged in forestry activities, as well as transport needed supplies and materials.

Functional Requirements

-Moderate light lifting, 30 pounds with occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds

-Sit over a long period of time while on wildfire patrols

-Frequent reaching above shoulder height

-Occasional bending or kneeling

-Climbing stairs and ladders

-Walking and standing (8 hours)

-Drive a vehicle for long periods of time to perform various duties

Environmental Factors

-Working indoors and outdoors

-Excessive heat and humidity

-Required to wear appropriate safety protection

-Working around routine neighborhood residential and wild land hazards

-Occasionally working in moderately cold temperatures for short periods of time

-Exposed to smoke and dust

*Special consideration will be given to applicants who possess any of the following:

High-Performance Endorsement

Complex Endorsement

Cessna 182 experience

Garmin GTN 750 / GTN 650 experience

Garmin G5 or EFIS-Electronic Flight Instrument experience

Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) ASEL or Certified Instrument Flight Instructor ASEL

Experience in one or a combination of the following aviation program areas: firefighting, fire control, law enforcement, military, vegetation disease and control, aerial survey, aerial photography, airport inspection, or wildlife management.

Appointment Type: Full-time, Probational

Career Progression: This position may be filled as an Aircraft Pilot 1 or 2, depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant.

The starting annual salary for each level in this Career Progression Group is as follows:

The starting salary for an Aircraft Pilot 1 is $61,422.00 annually.

The starting salary for an Aircraft Pilot 2 is $65,728.00 annually.

Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

Other Benefits: Aircraft Pilot 1 and 2 qualifies for an additional $1.73 per hour hazardous duty pay. Hazardous Duty Pay is only paid per hour worked. An LDAF vehicle and LDAF fuel card may be provided for transportation for work duties. The applicant must reside within a maximum of a 60-minute drive to

their assigned work domicile (office) and their assigned hangar. An EKG is required yearly after employment if the pilot maintains a Second-class medical certificate. LDAF reimburses the Second-class medical certificate and EKG annually after employment. LDAF may reimburse CFI renewals every 2 years after employment.

Location: This position is located within the Office of Forestry, in Tangipahoa Parish.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

The Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry strictly prohibits workplace harassment and discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, religion, national origin, military service, sickle cell trait, protected genetic information or other non-merit factor. LDAF also strictly prohibits employment decisions based upon or influenced by such factors.

All candidates for hire must undergo drug screening.

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Tiffany Waddell

Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry

5825 Florida Blvd., Suite 1001

Baton Rouge, LA 70806

twaddell@ldaf.state.la.us