This role involves serving as a peace officer and pilot in the Air Support Unit, performing a wide variety of police services and public assistance. It is a key position within a public safety department that impacts the communities it serves.
Responsibilities
Serve in the Air Support Unit as a pilot for the primary purpose of flying the Public Safety Division's helicopters to provide for the safety and welfare of park users and employees within the Park District
Operate a helicopter into and out of sparsely populated terrain and parkland under often severe weather conditions
Provide information to the public regarding park lands and facilities
Assist distressed park visitors
Aid other park employees with any public safety problems
Contact members of the public and employees regarding any matter concerning public safety and welfare
Answer radio calls for all types of police services and investigate traffic accidents, and take injury reports
Investigate criminal offenses and issue citations or make arrests for violations of all laws and ordinances when necessary
Conduct covert airborne surveillance while in pursuit of fleeing suspects or when searching for persons of interest
Conduct night vision goggle operations as needed law enforcement patrol
Write detailed and accurate reports covering public safety incidents
Prepare cases for court and testify as necessary
Perform rescue work and administer first aid when needed
Provide fire suppression with water bucket, and/or long line external load operations
Report on wildfire conditions and assist with traffic and crowd control
Provide aerial observation, support, and coordination for police and fire units
Perform a variety of flying assignments
Document and log the activities of the aviation unit
Assist in ensuring the safety of flight operations and equipment with maintenance staff
Provide uniformed patrol of parks by automobile, motorcycle, boat, horseback, or on foot as needed
Work days, nights, or holidays, and in adverse weather conditions
Perform any other duties necessary and required for the safety and protection of park users and employees within the Park District and other assigned patrol areas
Perform related duties as assigned
Requirements
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by successful completion of 24 semester or 36 quarter units of college level courses (credit given for units recognized by POST in the completion of a Basic POST training course through an accredited institution or agency, or two years of Active Military Service)
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1,500 logged hours of Rotorcraft/Helicopter Pilot in Command Time (500 hours PIC must be in a turbine powered helicopter)
Lateral applicants must possess a valid State of California Peace Officer Standard and Training (POST) Basic Certificate or be currently working as a police officer in a California POST agency or have worked in the job classification within one year of application
Lateral applicants must be able to show proof of successful completion of the California POST agency-specific field training program
Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record
Possession of an F.A.A. Class II Medical Certificate
Possession of an F.A.A. Commercial Pilot Certificate with a Rotorcraft/Helicopter rating
Must pass a Public Safety Sworn background screening
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law
Must be 21 years of age by time of appointment
Must meet current peace officer selection standards as set by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST)
Must be of good character and reputation and not have been convicted of a felony crime or serious misdemeanor offense and must be able to pass a strict background investigation
Must be free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition which might interfere with the ability to perform the essential functions of Police Sergeant/Chief Helicopter Pilot duties, as determined by the Park District’s physician/psychologist
Must be able to meet the medical standards for an F.A.A. Class II Medical Certificate
Must be willing to work evenings, weekends, and holiday shifts as needed
Must be vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment
This position is designated as a Mandated Reporter under the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) and requires signing an acknowledgment of having received the District’s policy and responsibilities
Nice to have:
Airbus H125 Series experience
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending
Pension benefits through California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)
Tuition reimbursement and professional development
Free on-site parking
Free parking permit for EBRPD parks (for up to 2 privately owned vehicles)
Employee discounts for certain EBRPD park amenities (reservations, daily fishing permit, public boat launch)
Sponsorship in a POST Basic Training Academy
Important Details
Probationary period: 24 months for entry-level recruits (includes time as Police Officer Recruit), 18 months for Lateral Police Officer/Helicopter Pilots
Application Process
Complete an East Bay Regional Park District NeoGov Application
Attach a copy of your college transcripts (official or unofficial)
Complete supplemental questions
Physical Ability Test (pass to proceed to oral board interviews)
Oral Board Interview with the Chief (for applicants successful at passing the physical ability test)
Background Investigation (includes polygraph)
Medical/Psychological Evaluation (after receiving a conditional offer of employment)
Out of State candidates will be provided the opportunity to take POST Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB)
About the Company
The East Bay Regional Park District is a system of 73 beautiful parklands in Alameda and Contra Costa counties, east of San Francisco, spanning across 126,809 acres with 1,330 miles of trails and 55 miles of shoreline. The District manages and preserves natural and cultural resources for all to enjoy and protect, providing open space, parks, trails, safe and healthful recreation, and environmental education. An environmental ethic guides the District in all of its activities.
