PILOT SECOND IN COMMAND 33055

EFFECTIVE DATE: 9/16/88 EEO CODE B

This class is one in a series of classes performing pilot duties for various state agencies. Positions in this class function as second in command of multi-engine aircraft during flight service provided to state officials and agency personnel for the purpose of transportation, surveillance, aerial photography, and/or research. This class is distinguished from the Pilot Single Engine class by its responsibility for operating multi-engine aircraft. This class is distinguished from the Pilot Command class by its responsibility for functioning as second in command rather than as captain with ultimate flight responsibility.

Complexity of Work: performs work of moderate difficulty which includes

functioning as second IN command of multi-engine aircraft; analyzing weather and aircraft conditions to determine if flights can be executed, determining routes and flight plans; performing pre- and poet-flight aircraft inspections; ensuring the performance of routine maintenance cf aircraft and the completion of maintenance and inspection logs by certified mechanics; completing necessary agency and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reports, records of flight assignments. and other applicable reports; ensuring that baggage and cargo are properly secured; assisting in aerial photography; and ensuring that flight missions are carried out according to agency and FM rules and regulations. Positions in this class may function as pilot in command during flights at the discretion of the Aviation Services Manager. In situations where positions function as pilot in command, positions occupy and perform in the aircraft's main control seat; however, final authority and flight accountability is still designated to captain of the flight.

Supervision Given: Supervision is typically not a factor.

Supervision Received: Receives general supervision? from, an Aviation Service Manager or other higher level agency official.

Scope: Work affects specific Oceania projects or assignments which involve

flight; and affects the physical well being of passengers.

Impact of actions: Work has a moderate impact on the well being of passengers; and on the success of research projects that require aerial support. Impact of actions is reduced by the accountability attributed to the captain of the flight.

Personal Contacts: Frequent internal contact with agency personnel; and external contact with FAA, weather bureau, and government officials for the purpose of obtaining and providing information pertaining to flight assignments and aviation services. Contacts also include the general public regarding matters of interest in aviation.

Knowledge: Working knowledge of FAAM rules and regulations; and of the operation and maintenance of multi-engine aircraft. Some knowledge of agency goals.

Skills: Working skill in the operation of multi-engine aircraft.

Abilities: Demonstrated ability to operate multi-engine aircraft; to analyze weather and aircraft conditions and determine if flight assignments can be executed; to conduct safe and efficient flights; and to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Licenses or Certification: FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with multi-engine and instrument ratings; and second class FAA medical certificate.

Education or Training: Graduation from high school or equivalent; aviation, training.

Level and Type of Experience: Some experience flying multi-engine aircraft.

An equivalent combination of training and experience indicating possession of the preceding knowledges and abilities may substitute for this education and experience.?

This class specification was redefined and retitled in September 1988 as a result of the Classification Preview/Specification Update Program. It replaces the Pilot Multi-Engine class specification