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. [redacted] (mt.gov) Work Unit Overview: The Department of Natural Resources and Conservation’s (DNRC) mission is to help ensure Montana’s land and water resources provide benefits for present and future generations. The Department consists of the Director’s Office; the Conservation and Resource Development, Forestry, Trust Lands Management, and Water Resources Divisions; the Reserved Water Rights Compact Commission; the Board of Oil and Gas; and an extensive network of 35 field offices. The DNRC Forestry Division ensures the sustainability of Montana forests, rural lands, and communities through cooperative wildland fire protection and sound forest management practices; protects the state\'s natural resources from wildfire, insect pests, and disease; sustains or improves the natural resources of private forestland for the good of all Montanans; promotes and supports conservation practices on all lands in Montana; enforces the state\'s forest practices laws in a manner that is both fair and consistent to all parties and that complies with the intent of the legislation; and encourages the maintenance, planting, and management of trees and shrubs in Montana communities. The division consists of the Business Management Bureau, Forestry Assistance Bureau, Fire Protection Bureau, and six area offices located throughout the state. Job Overview: This position is the Aviation Section Manager and is responsible for directing, planning, and developing complex aviation operations, Section goals, policies, and methods to conduct statewide air operations safely, in adherence with state and federal laws and in concert with other DNRC programs and resource management agencies. Duties also include administering the Section’s budgets, policies and equipment and serving as the Chief Mission Pilot as an expert at performing highly technical fire observation and fire suppression operations in both fixed- and rotary-wing aircraft. The position reports directly to the Fire Protection Bureau Chief and is responsible for management of 14.2 FTE in the Section. Essential Functions (Major Duties or Responsibilities): These job functions are the essential duties of the position and are not all-inclusive of all the duties that may be assigned to the incumbent. Program Planning and Development: Analyze, plan and develop air operations section programs, goals, policies and methods to ensure the Department\'s mission and objectives in performing statewide air operations are accomplished in accordance with applicable state and federal laws and regulations. Program and Financial Administration: Administer Section budget, policies, and equipment to ensure efficient and safe program operations, compliance with statutory responsibilities and related laws, and adherence to state, and federal aviation regulations. Chief Pilot for Entire Aircraft Fleet: Act as Chief Mission pilot using fixed- and rotary-wing aircraft to support agency fire suppression and other resource management activities including; preparing equipment and instructing crews, operating aircraft and support equipment, maintaining communication, performing air transport, and ensuring proper pre- and post-flight procedures are followed in accordance with departmental policies and applicable state and federal laws. Staff Supervision: Directly supervise 14.2 FTEs to achieve Air Operations Section goals and objectives in compliance with personnel policies and laws. Equipment or Machinery Used: Airplanes: Single Engine--Cessna 182, And 185 Helicopters: Bell MT205, Bell 206 Jet Rangers Maintenance Facility Equipment: Tugs for moving aircraft, electric helicarts, 3-ton electric hoist, and forklift. Misc. Aircraft Equipment: Helicopter water buckets, longlines and remote hooks, aircraft test equipment, small tools, and aircraft refueling systems. Office Equipment: Computers, two-way radios both for aircraft and fire, maps (digital and traditional) and complex navigational equipment, and various pieces of training equipment. APPLICATION MATERIALS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION ARE:? State Application Cover Letter Resume References 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 10% travel time with?occasional overnight travel. *If you are interested in a complete job description, please contact HR at [redacted] Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience): Requires education and experience equivalent to ­­­ a combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from a FAA approved or military flight school; commercial instrument rating; three years education or experience with public or business administration; and five years progressively responsible experience including aviation, program management and supervisory experience. The incumbent must possess a current, valid Federal Aviation Administration commercial certificate with appropriate rating for aircraft and mission. All pilots are required by the FAA to take periodic physical examinations, and will secure at least a second-class FAA medical certificate. The position requires the following certifications: • FAA instrument certification. The incumbent must remain qualified in the following aircraft: • Single-engine Cessna • Helicopters - Light Bell Jet Ranger and Medium Bell MT205 (UH-1H). The position must meet the following minimum flight experience and meet the proficiency and pilot conduct requirements outlined in the Air Operations Manual. • Total Flying Time 2,500 hours • Pilot in Command 1,500 hours • Rotary Wing 1,500 hours • Night Flying 100 hours • Instrument 100 hours Required knowledge, skills, and abilities: This position requires knowledge of the concepts and theories of program management and aviation. The work requires a thorough knowledge of fixed- and rotary-wing aircraft operations and limitations; budgeting, accounting and purchasing practices and policies; forest and fire management; public administration; public relations; state and federal aviation and resource management laws, rules, regulations, policies, and standards; business administration; contract law and administration; accounting; budget development and monitoring; advanced fixed- and rotary-wing aircraft maintenance and repair methods and specifications; DNRC aviation program and resources; aviation procurement specifications and policies; and FAA, Agriculture USFS, and state laws, policies, and operating procedures. The position requires skill in communicating for the purpose of diffusing controversy, working out solutions to difficult problems, and developing air operations practices and policies; implementing new technology and methods on a statewide basis; developing and organizing procedures; quickly and accurately making safety assessments; and in administering air operations, training and maintenance assignments and activities that directly impact the safety of DNRC personnel and other agency staff. The position requires skill in performing detailed inspections; organizing and reviewing the work of others; troubleshooting maintenance malfunctions; the operation of specialized aircraft and aircraft component testing equipment; piloting aircraft under adverse conditions; and in specialized piloting techniques including test flight, vertical reference longline, low altitude and high-density flying, etc. This position requires the ability to develop strategy and direct activities in multiple programs to achieve agency missions; to make quick and sound decisions regarding airworthiness that directly impact human safety; assess complex and rapidly changing technological issues; communicating effectively, implementing new technology and methods on a statewide basis; develop and organize procedures; and quickly and accurately making safety assessments. 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: $ 43.18 - 43.18 Hourly Telework Eligibility: Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.) Benefits Package Eligibility: Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan Number of Openings: 1 Employee Status: Regular Schedule: Full-Time Shift: Day Job Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time Primary Location: Helena Agency: Department of Natural Resources & Conservation Union: 000 - None Posting Date: Mar 2, 2023, 2:19:13 PM Closing Date (based on your computer\'s timezone): Mar 13, 2023, 12:59:00 AM Required Application Materials: Cover Letter, Resume, References 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.