• A reputation for honesty and trustworthiness
• Integrity/good moral character
• Initiative/self-starter
• Credibility/honesty
• A strong team approach
• Dependability
• Good judgment under pressure
• Effective communication skills

• Retirement reciprocity
• Time and service credit towards an advanced vacation accrual rate

• An admission of having committed any act amounting to a felony within five years in California, or in another state which would be classified as a felony in California
• An adult felony conviction in California, or with a conviction for an offense in another state which would be classified as a felony in California
• Currently on Probation or Parole
• Adult felony and/or misdemeanor conviction(s) may be disqualifying depending on type, number, severity, and how recent
• Conviction of/or sustained petitions for any sex crime
• Recent use and/or possession of illegal drugs; Failure to reveal prior use will be disqualifying
• Unfavorable work history
• Poor credit history
• History of committing domestic violence
• Dishonesty or failure to reveal pertinent information

1. Pilots a helicopter in support of general law enforcement and fire prevention work for protection of life and property, prevention, suppression of crime, fires, and apprehension of law violators.
2. Pilots a helicopter over all types of terrain; executes missions involving aerial firefighting, transporting firefighters and equipment to and from fires, hauling cargo (both internal and external), and dropping water and retardant on fires from buckets or tanks; flies routine and emergency missions such as patrol, search and rescue, reconnaissance, medical evacuations, disaster mitigation, and administrative flights.
3. Performs routine daily inspections to ensure helicopters remain mission capable, including pre-flight inspection; tracks helicopter flight hours and use to determine schedule for preventive maintenance.
4. Provides airborne support for missions including patrol and aerial search and rescue missions, photography and "downlinking" missions, surveillance and intelligence gathering, support of marijuana detection/eradication operations.
5. Transports personnel and equipment as required for specialized missions involving units such as SAR/SET/SWAT, K-9, Dive Team, or other personnel as deemed necessary.
6. Maintains written and computerized flight logs and aircraft and pilot records to comply with FAA regulations and other federal guidelines.
7. Reads periodic publications and Airworthiness Directives from the FAA; makes necessary adjustments to helicopter operation based on information and directives.
8. May supervise and direct the work of personnel on the ground who are assisting in operations involving the helicopter.

1. Must possess and maintain a valid Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Commercial Airman's Certificate with rotorcraft-helicopter rating; OR, a valid FAA Airline Transport Pilot Certificate with rotorcraft-helicopter rating; AND
2. Must have a minimum of 2,500 hours of helicopter flight time as pilot-in-command, including: at least 1,000 hours of mountain pilot-in-command helicopter flight time, AND at least 1,500 hours of pilot-in-command turbine engine flight time.

• Possession of a valid and current FAA Class II or higher medical certificate at the time of application.
• 30 hours of night flying, at the time of application.
• Available to respond within one hour during standby.
• Must be US Forest Service or CalFire Carded or must be qualified to pass a US Forest Service or CalFire Carding Check Ride. As a condition of continued employment, must obtain card within 1 year of appointment.
• Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License at the time of appointment.

• A valid Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) certificate with Rotorcraft Helicopter or Airplane class rating; Certified Flight Instrument Instructor (CFII); and NVG Instructor.
• A valid Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Commercial License with Airplane Single Engine Land and Instrument rating.

• A willingness and ability to: work in hazardous, and stressful conditions; continue to learn new materials, concepts, and techniques; work irregular hours; wear protective clothing and equipment; complete training programs successfully; work effectively in confined areas; and tolerate offensive sights and smells. Position requires the ability to see clearly at distances of 21 to 50 feet with or without corrective lenses and to recognize and distinguish between primary colors.
• Emergency operations require working extended shifts under difficult conditions such as fire, hostage, or SAR/SET/SWAT operations and/or other natural disasters.
  

SELECTION PROCESS:

1. Review applications and supplemental questionnaire to determine those applicants who meet the employment standards.
2. Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ): Candidates will be emailed a notice to complete a Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ). Failure to submit a PHQ by the deadline will result in disqualification from the selection process. Candidates, who successfully pass the PHQ, will be invited to the next step in the selection process.
3. Supplemental Questionnaire Ranking: Responses to the required supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and scored. Candidates' final score and rank on the eligibility list will be determined by their responses to the supplemental questionnaire. This process may be eliminated if there are fewer than 11 qualified candidates.

1. POLYGRAPH EXAMINATION will measure the accuracy of information disclosed on PHQ and background investigation process.
2. BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION includes an interview and in-depth background investigation of police records, personal and virtual character check, military, and employment histories; inquiry of persons who know you and evaluate whether you respect the law and rights of others; are dependable and responsible; have demonstrated mature judgment in areas such as the use of drugs and intoxicants; are honest; and is a safe driver.
3. LIVE SCAN: A Live Scan is electronic fingerprint scanning that is certified by the State Department of Justice. Further instructions about when and how to complete the Live Scan will be included in the offer letter.