Aviation Operations Lead Forestry Flight Ops and Budgeting

Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State retirement benefits

Uniform and boot allowances

Job summary

Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services seeks an Aviation Operations Administrator to manage flight operations within the Florida Forest Service. The role includes training, safety, purchasing, and cost accounting for aviation activities.

The incumbent will supervise pilots, coordinate with maintenance, and ensure compliance with FAA and state regulations, with travel for emergencies and incidents as needed.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma and seven (7) years of professional, administrative or supervisory forestry experience; or
• A bachelor's degree (4 years) with forestry major and three (3) years of related experience; or
• A master's degree (6 years) with forestry major and two (2) years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct daily flight operations of FFS pilots and aircraft.
• Monitor wildfire conditions and coordinate aircraft needs for maintenance planning.
• Direct and evaluate work of direct report pilots and coordinate with Field Operations pilots.
• Develop training for pilots and flight support personnel to ensure safe, efficient aircraft operation.
• Engage in contract management for helicopters, airplanes, and related services.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Administrative experience

Budget management

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree in forestry

Master's degree in forestry

Job description

Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services seeks an Aviation Operations Administrator to manage flight operations within the Florida Forest Service. The role includes training, safety, purchasing, and cost accounting for aviation activities.

The incumbent will supervise pilots, coordinate with maintenance, and ensure compliance with FAA and state regulations, with travel for emergencies and incidents as needed.