RANGER PILOT

-AGENCY ONLY - ONLY DACF FPD EMPLOYEES MAY APPLY-

Opening Date:

March 19, 2025

Closing Date:

April 01, 2025

Location:

Augusta - Bolton Hill

Position #:

01714-6157

Position Type:

Permanent Full Time 

Class Code:

8585

Grade/Salary:

Grade 26 - $73,902.40 - $101,296.00 Per Year*
*(This includes the 16% Non-Standard and $0.85 Market Pay Salary Adjustment)

The Department of Agriculture, Conservation & Forestry, Maine Forest Service, has a Ranger Pilot vacancy open for transfer/promotional application. The position is located in Bolton Hill at the Southern Region Headquarters.

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This is investigative and protective services work in piloting helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft on floats, wheels, skis, or retractable gear to transport personnel, detect and suppress fires, rescue lost and injured people, transport equipment, enforce forestry laws, and water bomb fires. An employee in this classification is a sworn, uniformed, fully armed law enforcement officer with the same enforcement powers as a Forest Ranger and has statewide jurisdiction. Work is performed under general supervision.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must have accumulated at least 900 hours of helicopter time and be able to complete a commercial fixed-wing rating within one (1) year of the hire date.   

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: (These must be met by all employees before attaining permanent status in this class): 

FAA Commercial Helicopter Pilot - Helicopter or Fixed Wing Instrument Rating, Rotorcraft Helicopter Rating, and FAA Class I or II medical certificate.

Attendance and successful completion of agency academies is also required.

Must pass physical fitness assessment, MCJA law enforcement, and firearms qualification course.

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No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. 
• Health Insurance Coverage– The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96-$13,172.88 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.  
• Health Insurance Premium Credit– Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements. 
• Dental Insurance– The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($358.08 annual value). 
• Retirement Plan– The State of Maine contributes 18.88% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.  
• Gym Membership Reimbursement– Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense. 
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts– Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses. 
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness– The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office. 
• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.  
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation– Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions. 
• Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness. 

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. 

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you.  Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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