About the Agency

The Mississippi Department of Finance and Administration is the primary agency responsible for State government financial and administrative operations Including employee payroll, vendor payments, employee Insurance, construction, maintenance, and protection of State buildings In the Capitol Complex, financial Information management systems, management of the State's vehicle fleet, and numerous other related activities. If you have any questions, contact Kesha Funches with Human Resources at 601-359-2824.

About the Position

Professional position accountable for piloting aircraft used for state business. Jobs at this level perform standardized pre-flight and post-flight inspections of aircraft, engines, and any other equipment installed on the aircraft and pilot-in-command duties. Employees are responsible for ensuring airworthiness of aircraft prior to each flight through performance of pre-flight inspection and research of flight history.

What you'll need to be Successful

Dependability, excellent verbal and non verbal communication skills, and excellent time management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and the incumbent must hold a First Class Medical initially and a Second Class Medical thereafter; 2,500 total fixed wing flight hours, 1,000 hours pilot-in-command multi-engine turbine time, 300 hours instrument time. Applicant must attach a copy of his/her valid Federal Aviation Administration Air Transport Pilot License, and a valid First Class Medical Certificate. Pilot’s flight log book must be available and subject to verification.