City of Albuquerque

Position Summary

Operate Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) to capture images of commercial, residential, and industrial properties. Safely and accurately Coordinate UAS flights; gather and prepare images for Building Safety inspectors to conduct code compliance inspections; and perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.

This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

High school diploma or GED ; and

Four (4) years of experience in any of the following areas:

• UAS Operations
• Aerial/Drone Photography
• Digital Photo Editing

Operation of Multi-rotor flight instruction (e.g., DJI-M600) preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.

Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.

Possession of a FAA Part 107 UAS Remote Pilot Certificate or the ability to obtain within 60 days from date of hire.

Preferred Knowledge

• Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes, ordinances and regulations related to UAS Operations
• UAS data/image capture and management
• Office procedures, methods and computer equipment
• Operational characteristics of applicable computer software programs
• Principles and procedures of record keeping
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices

Preferred Skills & Abilities

• Coordinate UAS flight operations
• Maintain UAS equipment
• Safely and accurately capture data/images of inspection sites and properties
• Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public
• Communicate clearly and concisely
• Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

Total Rewards. Total You.

The City of Albuquerque takes pride in offering our employees one of the most attractive Total Rewards packages in New Mexico. In addition to competitive salaries, the City provides benefit options for health, pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability, and much more. The City also has pre-tax savings plans for healthcare, childcare, and parking. Employees participate in the state’s public retirement system (PERA), with the City paying up to 75 percent of the employee’s contribution. That’s higher than any other contribution rate in the state of New Mexico!

Paid holidays? Check

Paid parental leave? Check

Paid birthdays off? Check

Vacation and sick leave starting Day 1? Check and check

Our people matter and we prioritize physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. With resources such as onsite and mobile medical clinics, an employee assistance program that encourages work-life balance, and tuition assistance and professional development pathways, the City is committed to equipping our employees with tools to better their lives and grow their careers while serving their community.

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