The HCSO Air Operations Section conducts law enforcement air support operations to support other divisions of the department, as well as law enforcement and emergency operations in the greater Harris County Region.
The applicant will be required to fly at a minimum of 20 hours a week at the Houston Ship Channel, along with numerous other patrol-oriented duties in support of the [Company]
Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this position. At its discretion, management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Essential Physical Job Requirements:
Prior experience as a law enforcement pilot. (If no previous law enforcement pilot experience, it will be at the discretion of the Chief Pilot to determine, on a case-by-case basis, if the candidate is capable of filling the position)
Must have a valid FAA Commercial Pilot certificate for the category and type of aircraft to be flown.
FAA Commercial License for a minimum single-engine airplane
Must have at least a current and valid FAA Class II medical certificate
Fly and satisfactorily pass a proficiency flight check with the HCSO Chief Pilot in the [Company] fixed-wing airplane (Cirrus Fixed Wing SR-22 or Cessna 182P).
1000 hours Total Time in Fixed Wing Aircraft.
For CFI, at least 3 students passing their check-ride.
Must be able to train our TFOs to fly and be flexible with their schedule to meet the unit's training needs.
Must successfully pass:
Application process
The FAA physical
Background investigation
Interview
AOS Chief Pilotâs final review of performance
Required to:
Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to changing work conditions, and possess physical and mental stamina to work for extended periods.
Be able to maintain a level of fitness conducive to safely fitting in the aircraft, avoid interfering with sensitive flight controls, and not negatively impact aircraft weight and balance requirements.
Have proficient report writing skills and communicate effectively.
Have a history of being a team player and self-motivator, and have a proven record of integrity, responsibility, good judgment, and remaining calm in situations involving severe physiological and psychological stress.
Knowledge of:
Department and Aircraft Operations Division policies and procedures
Aircraft safety
Skilled in:
Making quick, ethical decisions; having good oral and written communication skills; possessing interpersonal abilities; and being adept at planning and organizing tasks and required documents
Ability to:
React calmly to display leadership in emergencies; to evaluate and make sound decisions regarding flight conditions; and to work effectively and efficiently with a co-pilot, other departmental personnel, other federal, state, and local law enforcement personnel, and the general public
Work in cold & hot environments while wearing fire-retardant flight suits
Work varying shifts with adjustable hours and days off with possible overtime, including call-outs
FAA Commercial Helicopter License with Instrument rating is preferred
Cirrus SR-22 Experience/Cessna 182P Currency
Instrument Rated
CFI/CFII- Fixed Wing and/ or Helicopter.
Experience as a law enforcement Officer
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment, such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
Physical Demands
This role is sedentary; however, the ability to lift and carry up to 10 pounds is necessary to lift files and/or boxes of files, documents, etc.
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hours may vary based on the business needs of the department.