This class is one in a series of classes performing pilot duties for various state agencies. This class is distinguished from the Pilot Second in Command class by the responsibility for functioning as pilot in command for the majority of assigned flights and for maintaining final authority and accountability of flights when function as co-pilot. Decisions regarding flights have serious impact on the well being of passengers.
Ineffective decisions can be costly in terms of time, money, resources, and passengers' well being.
Contacts also include the general public regarding matters of interest in aviation. Working knowledge of agency goals. FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with multi-engine and instrument ratings, second class FAA medical certificate. An equivalent combination of training and experience indicating possession of the preceding know ledges and abilities may substitute for this education and experience. The Qualifications Guide should be used for classification and compensation analysis.