Position Description

The MNPD Aviation Helicopter Pilot, assigned to the Special Operations Division, shall serve as a pilot within the MNPD Aviation Unit. The pilot is directly accountable to the Aviation Unit Sergeant for the proper administration, management, and oversight of all matters related to the operation of the unit. The position is governed by the same duties, rules, and regulations applicable to all employees of the department.

The mission of the MNPD Aviation Unit is to provide aviation support to various elements of the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, as well as to local and federal law enforcement agencies operating within Nashville-Davidson County, Tennessee.

The primary emphasis of the unit is to:

Improve police response time and effectiveness through airborne operations.
Provide aerial patrols of high-crime areas.
Support law enforcement patrol and investigative efforts.
Assist special operations and tactical teams.
Increase officer and public safety through aerial search and patrol operations.
Provide overwatch of critical infrastructure.
Deliver aviation support during regional emergencies and natural disasters.
Assist with dignitary protection.
Strengthen community relations through static aircraft displays.

***All positions in the MNPD require an extensive background check.***

***Candidates must be available for on-call duty 24 hours a day on a rotating schedule, including night shifts and also be capable of responding to the aviation hangar within 60 minutes of a call-out.***

Typical Duties

Conduct flights in helicopters and other department aircraft as required, in support of police field units and law enforcement operations. Flights include close air support of Patrol, Canine, SWAT, Detectives, and other units, in misdemeanor and felony apprehensions, transport flights, night and day operations. Aviation Pilot duties includeduties as a “Tactical Flight Officer,” operating additional equipment on board the aircraft such as the FLIR, binoculars, moving map/GPS systems, various communication radios and the Microwave downlink system. Positive radio and verbal communications with other crew members, air traffic control and ground units are essential for this position.
Applicant must have the ability to perform complex multi-task roles and maintain a safe flying environment while flying.
Applicant must have the ability to fly different makes and models of aircraft according to the manufacturers published limitations, departmental procedures, and FAA regulations in a law enforcement role.
Applicant must have the ability to work in a crew situation and adhere to crew resource management principles for safe operations. Applicant must have the ability to receive training, maintain and demonstrate pilot proficiency semi-annually and meet all required FAA pilot standards required for the position.
Applicant must maintain department aircraft, which includes cleaning, washing, and assisting in the maintenance of aircrafts as required. Additional duties may be assigned as per the Unit Commander.
Applicant must complete other related aviation and department duties as required.
Applicant must have and remain knowledgeable of FAA regulations, laws, policies, Airworthiness Directives; Pilot Operating Handbooks of aircraft flown; MNPD Policies and Procedures; and the Tactical Operations Section – Aviation Unit SOP.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma
1500 hours Rotorcraft time
1000 hours turbine time
1000 hours PIC (pilot in command) time
Current FAA Biennial Flight Review or Military Equivalent
300 hours Night Vision Goggle (NVG) experience

LICENSES REQUIRED

Valid Driver License
1st or 2nd Class FAA Medical Certificate
Commercial Rotorcraft Helicopter Pilot License or higher rating
Have no significant enforcement action or accident history with previous employer(s)

**Please properly document the above requirements including copies of required licenses and/or certifications. **

Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.

Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Recent experience in Bell OH-58/206 and Airbus HS125/AS350
Additional FAA Fixed Wing or Rotorcraft ratings: CFI, CFII, and/or Instrument
Bachelor’s Degree or higher
Prior Law Enforcement Experience or Commission
Part 91, Part 135, or police operations experience
Knowledge of the Wescam MX-10, BMS Microwave Downlink System, Moving Map Systems, Technisonic Radios
Ability to furnish logbooks for verification of flight time

We are an equal opportunity employer. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Metro Nashville is committed to selecting the most qualified candidate for each of our roles.

Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations.

Requests for ADA or other protected accommodations for the recruitment process should be directed to Human Resources at 615-862-6640.

Employer

Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County

Address

Human Resources Department

700 President Ronald Reagan Way, Suite 201

Nashville, Tennessee, 37210

Phone

(615) 862-6640

Website

https://www.nashville.gov/departments/human-resources/employment-opportunities

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