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The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) Division of Aeronautics seeks an experienced pilot to serve as our Aviation Operations Chief. This exciting position provides the opportunity to serve in both a pilot and managerial role while maintaining a regular and predictable schedule that will allow for a healthy work-life balance. The Division of Aeronautics operates and manages a 2014 King Air C90GTx to support state government travel needs.

We reward our employee’s hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• State-matched retirement contribution of 156%
• 13 paid holidays
• Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
• Military leave
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• 79% employer-paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and Development based on your career aspirations
• Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fun, inviting teammates

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Hiring Range: $45.673 - $68.510 per hour. Pay rate may be commensurate with education and/or experience within fiscal constraints if approved.

Job Duties:
The Aviation Operations Chief provides professional piloting of a state-owned aircraft for the transportation requirements of the Governor, legislature, judiciary, and other state agencies and personnel. The successful candidate will possess the ability to fly a complex, high-performance, multi-engine turbo-prop aircraft as pilot-in-command in all weather conditions while maintaining passenger safety, confidence, and comfort. Job duties will include but are not limited to:

• Manage approval process for State and contract pilot applicants to be approved by the Aeronautics Commission.
• Manage/supervise contract pilots who serve as Pilot in Command and Second in Command on State Aircraft to include updating contract terms to match operational environment.
• Manage flight operations schedule and maintain compliance with monthly statutory reporting requirements.
• Maintain pilot and aircraft activity statistics.
• Assist Aeronautics Director in coordinating presentations on Division aircraft capabilities and aviation safety-related topics to various agencies and the general public.
• Manage Flight Operations financial functions to include:

- Develop annual budget.
- Establish annual aircraft operational costs used to determine usage rates
and charges.
- Manage aircraft reserve funds.
- Manage details of aircraft insurance.
- Review and approval of aircraft invoices.

• Routinely review operational procedures to determine opportunities for cost savings, i.e., contract fuel options, aircraft subscriptions, flight training, and maintenance procedures.
• Coordinate and manage required aircraft maintenance and related aircraft activities to include maintaining currency of aircraft avionics software updates.
• Assume responsibility for the publication of the Division newsletter PIREPS.
• Assume responsibility for the publication of the Nebraska Airport Directory.
• Participate in local aviation career fairs for the purpose of promoting aviation career opportunities.
• Assist with completing annual FAA-sponsored Inspector Authorization renewal certification certificates.
• Manage department-sponsored youth programs, to include:

- Coordinate all Nebraska entries for the annual Aviation Art Contest.
- Coordinate a schedule for the annual American Legion Auxiliary Girls and Boys State program.

• Other duties as assigned.

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Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: High school education or equivalent plus a combination of experience in commercial aviation teaching and supervisory experience; or Bachelor's degree in education, business administration, public administration or related field plus a combination of experience in commercial aviation, teaching and supervisory experience; commercial aircraft operations license with instrument and multi-engine rating required; at least 3000 hours of combined related flying time.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in and knowledge of King Air aircrafts.
• Experience with and working knowledge of Rockwell Collins ProLine 21 avionics.
• Experience managing flight operations programs.

Other:

• Requires a valid driver's license or ability to provide independent authorized transportation.
• Must be available to attend formal flight training annually.
• Must be available for flight assignments that include early morning, late evening, weekend, and holidays.
• Regular and reliable attendance is also required.

PLEASE APPLY AT: https://son.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/NebraskaStateCareers/job/Lincoln-Job-Posting/Aviation-Operations-Chief---Pilot--King-Air-C90GTx-_JR2024-00005601 Thank you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45.67 - $68.51 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person