Aviator - 20080980
Columbus, OH
Full-time
Onsite
1 month ago
About the role
What We Need
We are seeking energetic, passionate people who enjoy the outdoors and want to play a key role for the position of Aviator within the Division of Wildlife headquartered at ODNR Central Office in Franklin County. The address is 2045 Morse Road, Columbus, Ohio 43229. To learn more about the Division of Wildlife, please visit Division of Wildlife.
What You Will Do…
Completion of undergraduate core program in aviation or related field of study AND Commercial pilots certificate with multi-engine & instrument ratings AND Current FAA class II Medical Certificate AND Commercial Pilot Rotorcraft, Helicopter rating & flight hours experience commensurate with helicopter ratings & flight hours experience assigned per approved Position Description on file.
Job Skills: Aviation, Technical Skills: Wildlife, Communications, Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Collaboration
Organization
Natural Resources
Agency Contact Name and Information
Eva Gaines, [email protected], 614-265-6406
Unposting Date
May 29, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location
DNR Franklin County
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
8AM-5PM Subject to Change
Classified Indicator
Classified
Technical Skills
Communications, Wildlife, Aviation
Agency Overview
Who we are:
Did you know Ohio operates 76 state parks, manages over 750,000 acres of diverse wildlife land and more than 2 million acres of water? That’s just the tip of the iceberg of what we do at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) as we seek to ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all!
Across our 12 divisions and support services, we employ office staff, law enforcement officers, geologists, biologists, engineers, attorneys, communicators, managers, and so much more. Whatever your passion, we likely have a position to fit it and pathways for advancement!
Working at ODNR is a special experience. Our employees are afforded opportunities to participate in public events at parks, nature preserves, wildlife areas, and annually at the Natural Resources Park at the Ohio State Fair! Our central office campus at Fountain Square is like an oasis on Morse Road with private, secured, free onsite parking, wildlife, a walking path, and natural areas including a small prairie and wetland. We routinely have Lunch and Learn events at our Assembly Center which are streamed on Teams Live as are monthly updates with our Director.
We are seeking energetic, passionate people who enjoy the outdoors and want to play a key role for the position of Aviator within the Division of Wildlife headquartered at ODNR Central Office in Franklin County. The address is 2045 Morse Road, Columbus, Ohio 43229. To learn more about the Division of Wildlife, please visit Division of Wildlife.
What You Will Do…
- Serves as pilot-in-command and performs programmatic aviation activities (e.g., wildlife aerial survey and surveillance) statewide for the Division of Wildlife
- Works with Aviation and Research Administrators to plan, coordinate, and conduct all fish, wildlife, and law enforcement missions requiring multiengine fixed wing aircraft and/or helicopters
- Pilots fixed wing and rotary wing aircraft in support of agency operations
- Maintains flight records and logbooks and performs post maintenance functional check flights
- Plans, manages, and schedules cyclical and emergency maintenance for fixed wing and rotary wing aircraft
- Starting hourly pay of $40.59/hr with multiple pay increases over your first 7.5 years of service, with an end salary of $59.70/hr
- There may also be cost of living adjustments (COLA) applied. Longevity pay supplements begin after five (5) years of state service. For more details, refer to the OCSEA pay range schedule & longevity rates OCSEA Employees | Department of Administrative Services
Completion of undergraduate core program in aviation or related field of study AND Commercial pilots certificate with multi-engine & instrument ratings AND Current FAA class II Medical Certificate AND Commercial Pilot Rotorcraft, Helicopter rating & flight hours experience commensurate with helicopter ratings & flight hours experience assigned per approved Position Description on file.
- Or equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above.
Job Skills: Aviation, Technical Skills: Wildlife, Communications, Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Collaboration
Organization
Natural Resources
Agency Contact Name and Information
Eva Gaines, [email protected], 614-265-6406
Unposting Date
May 29, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location
DNR Franklin County
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
8AM-5PM Subject to Change
Classified Indicator
Classified
Technical Skills
Communications, Wildlife, Aviation
Agency Overview
Who we are:
Did you know Ohio operates 76 state parks, manages over 750,000 acres of diverse wildlife land and more than 2 million acres of water? That’s just the tip of the iceberg of what we do at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) as we seek to ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all!
Across our 12 divisions and support services, we employ office staff, law enforcement officers, geologists, biologists, engineers, attorneys, communicators, managers, and so much more. Whatever your passion, we likely have a position to fit it and pathways for advancement!
Working at ODNR is a special experience. Our employees are afforded opportunities to participate in public events at parks, nature preserves, wildlife areas, and annually at the Natural Resources Park at the Ohio State Fair! Our central office campus at Fountain Square is like an oasis on Morse Road with private, secured, free onsite parking, wildlife, a walking path, and natural areas including a small prairie and wetland. We routinely have Lunch and Learn events at our Assembly Center which are streamed on Teams Live as are monthly updates with our Director.
Skills
Government Administration