Nevada Department of Transportation Pilot II
The Nevada Department of Transportation is accepting resumes for a Pilot II position in Carson City. This
is an unclassified, full-time position appointed by and serves at the discretion of the Nevada Department
of Transportation's Chief Pilot.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Pilots fly missions and aircraft which vary with the department to which the position is assigned. Pilots
must maintain current certification to fly agency aircraft which may include jets, turboprop multi-engine
airplanes, or other equipment owned or leased by the agency.
Pilots are responsible for cleaning and maintaining the Department hangars in Las Vegas and Carson City,
performing pre-and post-flight inspections of the aircraft, cleaning and wiping down the interior and
exterior surfaces of the aircraft, monitoring the maintenance status of the aircraft are assigned to fly to
assure compliance and safety.
Pilots are also responsible for filing flight plans, calculating correct fuel loads, calculating and ensuring
correct weight and balance for the aircraft, monitoring weather conditions, and other items to ensure the
safe conduct of the flight. Pilots will supervise fueling operations, maintain aircraft and division records,
coordinate and work with aircraft maintenance providers, and other duties and responsibilities assigned
by the chief pilot.
NOTE: CANDIDATES SELECTED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE COPIES OR SCANS OF
QUALIFYING FLIGHT LOGS.
Carson City blends a mix of shopping, dining, entertainment, culture, nightlife, and old-fashioned Western
charm. With proximity to Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada Mountains, the area boasts unlimited year-
round activities including fishing, boating, hiking, biking, world-class skiing, and golf courses, and many
special events. Women and under-represented groups are encouraged to apply. Nevada Department of
Transportation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in the recruitment of
its employees and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, creed, national origin,
veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or sexual orientation.
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from high school or equivalent education, and 2,000 hours logged, pilot-in-command l fixed-
wing multi-engine aircraft flight time, as designated by the agency at the time of recruitment. Flight
experience must include 100 hours of flight time within the preceding 12 months. A BE-300 and / or PC-
24 type rating preferred.
Background Check: A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required.
Drug Screening: Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety.
Persons offered employment in this position will be required to submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. In addition, federal law requires random testing for controlled substances during
employment.
APPROXIMATE Annual Salary:
Based on the successful candidate's experience, education, and relevant skills, the annual salary for this
position can be up to $124,068 (salary reflects retirement (PERS) contributions by both the employee and
employer; an employer-paid contribution plan is also available with a reduced gross salary).
Benefits:
Paid Leave - Includes annual leave, sick leave, and 12 holidays; Group Insurance - Includes medical,
prescription drug, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance; Workers' Compensation -
Assessment from the State's workers' compensation insurance to fund the cost of benefits if you suffer a
job-related injury or illness; PERS Retirement Contribution - A calculated benefit will be available to you
upon retirement after a minimum of 5 years of service; and Unemployment Compensation - Assessment
from the Employment Security Division to fund benefits for you if you become unemployed for reasons
beyond your control. Other employee-paid benefits, such as deferred compensation plans, are available.
RESUMES WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED.
All letters of interest and resumes will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Hiring may occur at
any time during the recruitment process.