Recruitment #25-002282-0005
Department MSP - Support Services Bureau
Date Opened - 12/1/2025 1:01:00 PM
Filing Deadline - 12/15/2025 11:59:00 PM
Salary - $112,197.00 - $157,112.00/year
Employment Type - Full-Time
HR Analyst - Rita Thomas
Work Location - Frederick
This is an INTERNAL RECRUITMENT restricted to current full-time, permanent and contractual Maryland State Police Employees only and full-time employees working with the Maryland State Police by contract. It is important that all experience be fully documented. Failure to LIST ALL EXPERIENCE FULLY AND ACCURATELY may cause the candidate to be rejected.
PLEASE FILL OUT THE APPLICATION COMPLETELY.
PILT 0002
MSP, Trooper 3, Frederick Section
Frederick Municipal Airport
461 Aviation Way
Frederick, MD 21701
A MSP Pilot II is full performance level of civilian helicopter aircraft pilot work in the MSP Aviation Command (MSPAC). The pilot acts as the Pilot-in-Command (PIC) and shall be directly responsible for and the final authority over the operation of the aircraft assigned to him. This includes ground as well as flight operations. Responsible for ensuring all MSPAC and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Regulations concerning operation of Department aircraft are strictly followed. Responsible for the aircraft being in a constant state of readiness and shall notify the appropriate supervisor of any discrepancy of a grounding nature. Responsible for all records concerning the aircraft and make recommendations on new equipment, procedures, innovations, etc., as appropriate, through channels to the Command’s Commander. Review FAA Regulations and Air Traffic Control procedures for the area of operation. Works in conjunction with the Second in-Command Pilot (SIC), medical personnel and other passengers that form the crew. May act as an SIC pilot.
Provides guidance to the MSP Pilot I and any other pilot classification acting as second-in-command (SIC) regarding aircraft operations, MSP and Aviation Command operational procedures and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) rules and regulations;
Briefs crew member and passengers on aircraft protocol;
Flies authorized Aviation Command Aircraft as PIC or SIC for aero-medical missions, search and rescue missions, homeland security, disaster assessments, prisoner extradition, personnel transport and other law-enforcement related missions;
Conducts pre-flight and post-flight inspections in accordance with Aviation Command and FAA regulations and standards;
Performs maintenance functions to include cleaning aircraft interiors and exteriors, refueling and adding necessary fluids, and replacing light bulbs;
Performs routine maintenance of hangar and office facilities;
Operates specialized flight-related equipment, such as tow motors;
Makes go/no-go flight decisions concerning weather conditions, maintenance, and other flight safety considerations;
Completes paperwork required by the Aviation Command and Maryland State Police such as flight operation logs, aircraft logs, and other documents;
Completes required training courses and exercises in compliance with FAA regulations;
Performs other related duties.
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: Two thousand helicopter or fixed wing flight hours as a FAA certificated pilot.
Notes:
1. Twelve hundred helicopter or fixed wing flight hours as a FAA certificated pilot and three years of experience piloting Aviation Command’s aircraft may be substituted for the required experience.
2. Fifteen hundred helicopter or fixed wing flight hours, three hundred of which consists of piloting Aviation Command’s aircraft may be substituted for the required experience.
3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Naval Aviation Pilot classifications or Rotary Wing Aviator, Pilot, or Pilots/Naval Flight Officers specialty codes in the Piloting field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
Must have two thousand (2,000) helicopter flight hours as an FAA certified pilot.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Turbine Experience
2. Twin Turbine Experience
This is an INTERNAL RECRUITMENT restricted to current full-time, permanent and contractual Maryland State Police Employees only and full-time employees working with the Maryland State Police by contract.
1. Employees in this classification must possess and maintain a FAA Commercial Helicopter or FAA Commercial Airplane multi-engine certification.
2. Employees in this classification must possess and maintain FAA 2nd Class Physical certification.
3. Employees in this classification must possess and maintain an acceptable Instrument Helicopter or Instrument Airplane Rating as determined by FAA regulations and required by the MSP Aviation Command.
4. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.
1. Candidates for positions in this classification will be subject to an initial drug screening and a complete criminal background investigation, to include a polygraph examination, by the Maryland State Police before permanent appointment can be made. A criminal conviction record may be grounds for rejection of the applicant.
2. Employees in this classification are subject to call-in on a 24 hour basis and must provide the employer with a phone number where they can be reached.
3. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing, in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulation 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.
4. Employees in this classification are subject to other FAA applicable drug testing requirements.
5. Employees in this classification are required to sign an Obligation Service Agreement as a condition of employment.
The selection process for this recruitment will involve a review of each application. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on an eligible list in the BEST, BETTER or QUALIFIED category. The list will be used by the hiring manager to select the individual to fill the vacancy. The list will be valid for one year.
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be included for further evaluation. The evaluation will include rating your application based on education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position.
The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training and experience related to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete a qualifications supplement, or the rating may be based on your application. Report all experience and education that is related to this position. Applicants may be given a physical examination and will be subject to an interview, background investigation, polygraph examination and substance abuse testing.
NOTE: Currently, applicants are limited to uploading one file. As a result, it is strongly urged that those applying upload ALL required and additional documents (undergraduate and graduate transcripts, resumes, etc.) as one file.
If you are unable to apply online, you may submit an application via mail. The Maryland State Application Form can be found online.
Completed applications, required documentation and any required addendums may be mailed to:
Maryland State Police, Aviation Command
3023 Strawberry Point Road
Middle River, MD 21230
Attn: Christina Blake
Contact Information: christina.blake@maryland.gov or 410-238-5843
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.
Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
It is the policy of the Maryland State Police to comply with all applicable federal and state laws prohibiting employment discrimination and to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, gender, identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicantsBrand Ambassadors OverviewBrand Ambassadors are the face and voice of our brand. Brand Ambassadors... ...Clean driving recordFriendly, outgoingAbility to travel up to 90% of the timeAbility to driveWork revolves around...
...Job Description Job Description Now hiring Pickers and Packers in the city of Chino Schedule: 1st and 2nd shift available Must have previous warehouse experience If interested give us a call at (***) ***-**** Company Description -seekers Company Description...
" We are Jackson Purchase Medical Center We believe in: Championing Patient Care Doing the Right Thing Embracing Individuality Acting with Kindness Making a Difference Together We strive to Make Communities Healthier. We strive to create...
...student, recent graduate, or someone looking to jumpstart their career in an innovative and fast-paced industry? If so, the Driver Recruiter position could be just what you are looking for! This position is fully onsite- Warren, MI Work shifts needed Monday through...
...Job Description Job Description Since 1997, Mike Cunningham, owner of Cunningham Restaurant Group (CRG), has created an array of unforgettable dining experiences for guests. From its humble beginnings in Brownsburg, Indiana to a growing tri-state restaurant group,...