Serves in the Air Support Unit as a pilot for the primary purpose of flying the Public Safety Division's helicopters to provide for the safety and welfare of park users and employees within the Park District; Operates a helicopter into and out of sparsely populated terrain and parkland under often severe weather conditions; may perform one or more of the following:Provides information to the public regarding park lands and facilities; Assists distressed park visitors; aids other park employees with any public safety problems; Contacts members of the public and employees regarding any matter concerning public safety and welfare; Answers radio calls for all types of police services and investigate traffic accidents, and takes injury reports; Investigates criminal offenses and issues citations or makes arrests for violations of all laws and ordinances when necessary; Conducts covert airborne surveillance while in pursuit of fleeing suspects or when searching for persons of interest; conducts night vision goggle operations as needed law enforcement patrol; Writes detailed and accurate reports covering public safety incidents; prepares cases for court and testifies as necessary; Performs rescue work and administers first aid when needed; Provides fire suppression with water bucket, and/or long line external load operations; Reports on wildfire conditions and assists with traffic and crowd control; provides aerial observation, support, and coordination for police and fire units; performs a variety of flying assignments; Documents and logs the activities of the aviation unit; assists in ensuring the safety of flight operations and equipment with maintenance staff; Provides uniformed patrol of parks by automobile, motorcycle, boat, horseback, or on foot as needed; Works days, nights, or holidays, and in adverse weather conditions; Performs any other duties necessary and required for the safety and protection of park users and employees within the Park District and other assigned patrol areas; Performs related duties as assigned. We're Looking For Someone Who: Enjoys being challenged and is self-motivated; Enjoys and understands the importance of public service; Appreciates the value of publicly accessible open space and wishes to work with like-minded folks to preserve such opportunities for future generations; Wants to be an integral part of a well-respected and recognized public safety department that impacts the communities it serves.