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This position pilots State-owned/leased single-engine fixed wing and reciprocating helicopters in support of law enforcement missions, Search and Rescues (SAR), and other missions as directed. Aircraft Pilot 1's may fill the following duty positions based on location:

Aircraft Pilot 1’s may fill the following positions based on location or operational need:

• Light single-engine fixed wing aircraft
• Turbine Aircraft

The DPS strives to preserve the peace, enforce the law, prevent and detect crime, and protect life and property. As a member of DPS, you would be instrumental in ensuring this mission is met by providing direct support for law enforcement activities. As a member of one of the most unique law enforcement agencies in the nation, you will be part of a team that embraces the core values of loyalty, integrity, courage, compassion, leadership, and accountability as they serve Alaska. In this fast-paced environment, you will work with a phenomenal team of professionals, both civilian and commissioned. This position is stationed out of our Nome-based Aircraft Section and operates from the Nome Airport. The work schedule is 8 days on and 6 days off. This position does not offer housing nor does it offer someone living outside of Nome paid travel to and from the worksite. This position may travel throughout Alaska providing aircraft support.

• Correlation level knowledge of flying maneuvers required for day (required), night, and instrument flying (desired) conditions, skill piloting light fixed wing aircraft operated by the department
• Turbine engine time
• Knowledge of aircraft maintenance procedures in the following area:
• Perform light fixed wing aircraft post-maintenance function checks and coordinate findings with the aircraft maintenance personnel
• Provide logistics support with other department pilots in order to move light fixed wing aircraft between its based location to one of our maintenance hubs
• Ability to continuously correlate input from man, machine, management, mission, and environment into safe and rational aeronautical decisions
• Ability to make a safe and rational go/no-go flight decision and to determine if weather and other flight safety considerations are within acceptable ranges
• Computer skills that enable competent use of web-based tools to obtain pre-flight weather briefings, filing of flight plans, and flight risk assessments

Minimum Qualifications

Additional Required Information

Applicants must complete a cover letter to be considered for an interview. The cover letter must address how the applicant meets or exceeds the minimum requirements for the job. The letter must address required licenses, aircraft experience, flight hours, skills, knowledge, and abilities.

AT TIME OF INTERVIEW
At the time of interview, you must provide:

• List of three (3) professional references, two of which are from a current or former direct supervisor.
• Last two (2) performance evaluations, if available.

FIREARMS
This position requires the use or possession of a firearm or ammunition. In accordance with the federal Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997 (PL 104-208), if you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, you may not hold this position.

A "misdemeanor crime of domestic violence" is an offense that is (1) a misdemeanor under Federal or state law; and (2) has, as an element, the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by a current or former spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim, by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse, parent, or guardian, or by a person similarly situated to a spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim.
If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, do NOT apply for this position.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT FLIGHT EVALUATION WITH DEPARTMENT CFI
Successful applicant must pass a flight check with the CFI

ALASKA PUBLIC SAFETY INFORMATION NETWORK
This position requires the use of the Alaska Public Safety Information Network (APSIN). A security clearance issued by the Department of Public Safety (DPS) is necessary to use APSIN. DPS will deny security clearance for any applicant who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor in this state or another jurisdiction, or who may be a fugitive from justice. Additionally, a security clearance will be withdrawn if DPS discovers that material information was falsified or omitted at the time of the initial application or security clearance.

BACKGROUND CHECK
EDUCATION

Contact Information

For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:

Clifford Gilliland
Aviation Program Manager
clifford.gilliland@alaska.gov
Office (907) 269.4193

Michael D. Cook, C.M.
Aviation Program Coordinator 2
michael.cook@alaska.gov
Office (907) 269.4196

The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.

For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an orientation video from Division of Retirement and Benefits. (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)

Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
  • The following employee groups are under Alaska Care Benefits administered by the State: See https://drb.alaska.gov/help/plans.html for additional information.
    • AVTEC
    • Confidential
    • Correctional Officers
    • Marine Engineers
    • Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers
    • Supervisory
    • Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union
    • Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)
  • The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.
    • General Government
    • Labor, Trades and Crafts
    • Public Safety Employees Association
    • Masters, Mates & Pilots
• Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)

• Group-based insurance premiums for
  • Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
  • Long-term and short-term disability
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment
  • Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
  • Supplemental Survivor Benefits
• Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses

Retirement Benefits

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
• Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
• Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
• Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
• Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
• Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

Paid Leave & Other Benefits

• Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
• Twelve (12) paid holidays a year