Aircraft Pilot 1 (12-2169)

State of Alaska; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Alaska, Department of Public Safety, Aircraft Section, seeks an Aircraft Pilot 1 to operate state-owned and leased light aircraft in support of law enforcement missions, SAR, and other assignments as directed. Based on location or operational need, pilots may serve as light single-engine fixed-wing pilot and/or instructor or turbine aircraft pilot and/or instructor.

Join a mission-driven team dedicated to public safety and aviation excellence.

Responsibilities

• This position pilots State-owned/leased single-engine fixed wing and/or reciprocating helicopters in support of law enforcement missions, Search and Rescues (SAR), and other missions as directed.
• Aircraft Pilot 1’s may fill the following positions based on location: Light single-engine fixed wing aircraft pilot and/or instructor; Turbine Aircraft pilot and/or instructor.

Job description

**This recruitment is open, Nationwide. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.**

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

This position pilots State-owned/leased single-engine fixed wing and/or reciprocating helicopters in support of law enforcement missions, Search and Rescues (SAR), and other missions as directed. Aircraft Pilot 1's may fill the following duty positions based on location:

Aircraft Pilot 1’s may fill the following positions based on location or operational need:

• Light single-engine fixed wing aircraft pilot and/or instructor
• Turbine Aircraft pilot and/or instructor

OUR ORGANIZATION, MISSION, AND CULTURE:

The mission of the Department of Public Safety (DPS) is to ensure public safety and enforce fish and wildlife laws. The DPS strives to preserve the peace, enforce the law, prevent and detect crime, and protect life and property. The Aircraft Section’s contribution to the Department's Mission is to preserve public peace, protect life, property, and resources. As a member of the DPS, you would be instrumental in ensuring this mission is met by providing direct support for law enforcement activities.

THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM:

As a member of one of the most unique law enforcement agencies in the nation, you will be part of a team that embraces the core values of loyalty, integrity, courage, compassion, leadership