Under administrative direction, this position performs flight operations within the Aviation Division of the Department of Law Enforcement of the Broward County Sheriff’s Office. Employees in this classification command and operate helicopters during specialized and selective law enforcement activities. Work involves an element of personal danger and employees must be able to act without direct supervision and to exercise independent discretion in addressing emergency situations. Work assignments and instructions are received from an administrative superior who reviews work methods and results through observation, reports and conferences. Incumbents perform essential class functions as outlined herein according to functional area of assignment. Performs related work as directed.
The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.
Operates rotary wing aircraft in support of criminal searches and apprehensions, search and rescues, surveillance, aerial photography, and daily agency operations.
Operates sophisticated avionics, including moving map systems and HD camera.
Assists law enforcement personnel in specialized and selective law enforcement operations and maintain confidentiality concerning all police and agency related matters.
Complies with Federal Aviation Regulations and Air Traffic Control procedures.
Performs all pre-flight, in-flight and post flight checks in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Maintains all pre-flight and post flight data, i.e., operations logs, aircraft logs, and weather briefings.
Conducts detailed flight plans with little notice; ensures proper fueling and operations readiness of aircraft at all times.
Performs routine cleaning and maintenance on aircraft and rotor blades.
Conduct training flights to enhance air operations, safety, and coordination with other units; performs flight instructor training and safety duties.
Maintains current knowledge of local geography and roadway networks.
Employees in this classification are assigned to work shifts which will include weekends, holidays, and extended emergency activation events (i.e. hurricanes). Employees must have the ability to work any shift and engage in flexible work assignments that can include voluntary and/or mandatory overtime to meet agency needs.
Performs related duties as directed.
Tasks involve an element of personal danger and employees must be able to act without direct supervision and to exercise independent discretion in addressing emergency situations.
Tasks involve the intermittent performance of extremely physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, running, climbing, and that may involve the dragging, pushing, and/or pulling of extremely heavy objects, such as in the event of chasing and subduing a suspect resisting arrest.
Tasks may involve standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Some tasks are performed with potential for intermittent exposure to disagreeable elements including, but not limited to, heat, humidity, inclement weather, loud noise, toxic/chemical agents, electrical currents, pathogens, violent behavior, weapons, explosives, animals. Tasks include working around moving parts, vehicles, equipment, carts, and materials handling, where extremely heightened awareness to surroundings and environment is essential in the preservation of life and property.
Broward Sheriff’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Broward Sheriff’s Office will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; computer based test; interview; polygraph examination; psychological evaluation; employment record, fingerprint and background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position and could last 10 to 12 weeks. Reapplication will be determined on a case-by-case basis.