[redacted]\'s mission is to help ensure that Montana\'s land and water resources provide benefits for present and future generations. The DNRC believes employees are their most important asset. The DNRC empowers employees to exercise professional judgment in carrying out their duties. Employees are provided with the training and tools necessary to achieve the mission. Both team effort and individual employee expertise are supported and sustained. Montana DNRC (mt.gov) Position Overview: The Fixed Wing Pilot position is responsible for piloting fixed wing mission flights to support agency fire suppression and other resource management activities. To ensure aircraft and flight crews are prepared to carry out fire suppression and related activities safely and effectively, after evaluating mission requirements, all flight will be flown in accordance with departmental policies and applicable laws. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Must have through knowledge of fixed wing aircraft. Must be adept at mountain flying and have calm judgement. Provides professional pilot service for fire aviation within the DNRC. Remains current in all aspects of fire aviation, which include flying fire patrol, initial attack in mountainous terrain, administrative flights, aerial photo, and mountain flying. Work long hours, operate aircraft during the day under year-round weather conditions. Must work often in rugged terrain at low altitudes approaching operational limits of the aircraft. Analyzes meteorological data to perform in a safe manner. Responsible for daily preflight inspection of aircraft and maintain flight records. Cleans, washes, and insures scheduled and other maintenance of aircraft is completed by aircraft inspector. Responsible for fully briefing all personnel and implementing flight and operations plans. Individual will be an active liaison between Air Operations Section and the area office. On call by phone outside normal work schedule APPLICATION MATERIALS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION ARE:? State Application Resume References Supplemental Questions (Please submit a separate attachment with your answers) 1. List your flight time. Total flight time Total flight time as Pilot in command Total flight time in the last 12 months Each class single and multi-engine Night flying In category and class last 30 days Extended cross country typical terrain – mountainous 2. Describe your work experience where you have piloted a fixed wing airplane, in mountainous terrain. 3. Describe your general firefighting experience. 4. Describe any educational and/or work experience as it relates to piloting of a Cessna 180 series airplane. Please apply through the state of Montana website mt.gov Home (mt.gov) HELPFUL HINT: You must check the “relevant document” box to ensure your attachments are uploading correctly to the specific application. BENEFITS: Health Care & Benefits Retirement Paid Vacation, Sick Leave and Holidays Approximately 30% travel time *If you are interested in a complete job description, please contact HR at [redacted]. These knowledge skills and abilities are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from a FAA approved school or military flight training. A FAA commercial airplane single engine land with an instrument rating is required. All pilots are required by the FAA to maintain at least a Second-Class medical Certificate. The primary aircraft to be flown is the Cessna 180 series. Progressive increasing responsibilities and experience with emphasis on aviation safety training. The position requires the following certifications and License: Submit a copy of your FAA Commercial Certificate with an Instrument Rating FAA Commercial certificate fixed wing single engine land FAA Second Class Medical Certificate Valid Driver\'s License The incumbent must remain qualified in the following aircraft: Single-engine Cessna - 182 and 185 The position must also meet the proficiency and pilot conduct requirements outlined in the Air Operations Manual and meet the following minimum flight experience: Total Flying Time 1,500 hours Pilot in Command Total Flying Time 1,200 Fixed wing hours 250 hours in category and class 200 Cross-country 100 Last twelve months 50 hours Typical Terrain - Mountainous 50 hours Night flight SPECIAL INFORMATION: Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States. A valid driver\'s license is required with less than 12 conviction points in the most recent completed 36 months. ELIGIBILITY TO WORK: In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, the person selected must produce within three days of hire documents that show authorization to work in the United States. Examples of such documentation include a birth certificate or Social Security card along with a driver’s license or other picture I.D., or a U.S. passport, or a \"green card\". Applicant Pool Statement: If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment: This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire. Salary: $ 29.46 - 29.46 Hourly Telework Eligibility: Not Telework Eligible Benefits Package Eligibility: Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan Number of Openings: 1 Employee Status: Seasonal Schedule: Full-Time Shift: Day Job Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time Primary Location: Helena Agency: Department of Natural Resources & Conservation Union: 000 - None Posting Date: Jan 12, 2023, 12:25:25 PM Closing Date (based on your computer\'s timezone): Ongoing Required Application Materials: Resume, References, Supplemental Questions (Refer to Job Posting) Contact Name: Stacey Gabrio | Contact Email: [redacted] | Contact Phone: [redacted] The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency\'s HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application. State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.