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Job Description
Role
Under general supervision, performs routine work of moderate to extreme difficulty piloting the Sheriff’s Office fixed wing or rotary wing aircraft.
Major Duties, Responsibilities- Pilots the Sheriff’s Office fixed wing or rotary wing aircraft on missions as assigned.
- Completes flight operations logs and other aircraft documentation as required.
- Conducts pre- and post-flight aircraft inspections.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
High school diploma or GED.
Experience:
A minimum of 250 flight hours, and 50 hours Pilot in Command of make and model when operating as the Pilot in Command.
Additional Requirements:
Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license.
Must meet all applicable FAA requirements and be in good standing.
Other Skills
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:- Knowledge of FAA rules and regulations.
- Knowledge of pre- and post- flight inspections.
Skill in:- Communicating effectively verbally and in writing and communicating orally in a face-to-face setting and by telephone.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
- Listening and problem solving.
Ability to:- Ability to operate an aircraft in various weather conditions, both day and night.
- Ability to react promptly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Comply with all Administrative Rules and Regulations of the Arizona State Board of Education pertaining to Special Education.
- Act with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy.
Work Environment:
The work environment is indoors and outdoors in varying weather and inclement conditions. Requires the ability to maintain mental and physical readiness required by the FAA.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Sufficient vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech ability to communicate effective in-person and telephonically. Capable of frequent repetitive movement of arms, fingers, and wrists. Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
Additional Job Information:
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Grade: UNG
Classification: At-Will
Safety Sensitive: No
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Yavapai County Government offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to
Full-Time employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes but is not limited to:
• 10 Paid Holidays Per Year
• Annual Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Retirement Plans
• Sick Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
ELECTIVE COVERAGE
• 457 Deferred Compensation Program
• Dependent Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)
PLEASE NOTE
• Part-Time , Temporary and Seasonal employees accrue Sick Leave based on hours worked.
• Part-Time employees have limited benefits available.
• Temporary and Seasonal employees are not eligible to accrue Annual Leave.
Click here to view our benefits summary.
Closing Date/Time: 4/3/2025 5:00 PM Arizona -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Yavapai County
Show moreYavapai County reflects the history of the old west and the future of the new. At Yavapai County Government, we care for our community while building upon our legacy. Guided by our core values of Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration, and Innovation we uphold these values in our everyday endeavors.
Yavapai County is in northcentral Arizona, just north of Phoenix, and is one of the four original Arizona counties formed in 1864. The County, with approximately 246,191 residents, includes eight incorporated towns and cities: Prescott (county seat), Prescott Valley, Chino Valley, Jerome, Clarkdale, Sedona, Cottonwood, Camp Verde, and the newest municipality Dewey-Humboldt. The County features some of the most spectacular natural beauty in the American West with a mild climate, four beautiful and distinct seasons, and breathtaking landscapes complete with granite mountains, lakes, and rolling meadows.
As a Yavapai County Government employee, you will have the chance to work in one of 37 unique departments, each providing vital services to our community. From law enforcement and healthcare to public works and environmental protection, there is a wide range of career paths to explore. And with opportunities for advancement and professional growth, you can build a long and rewarding career with us.
We have a workforce of over 1,800 employees who are committed to enhancing the well-being of its residents and cultivating a thriving and vibrant community, making Yavapai County a wonderful place to live, work, and play.
Whether you're just starting your career or looking for a new challenge and aspire to be part of a vibrant team that values each member, we welcome you to join us in furthering our legacy and making a difference in your community. Why… because people matter!
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