POSITION POSTING NORTHEAST REGION AIR TRAFFIC DIRECTOR VATUSA

Manuel Manigault

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POSITION POSTING NORTHEAST REGION AIR TRAFFIC DIRECTOR VATUSA
« on: September 08, 2020, 05:32:33 PM »
VATUSA is currently seeking highly motivated, well experienced applicants for the position of Northeast Region Air Traffic Director.  The Northeast Region consists of the following Facilities:   ZBW-Boston, ZAU-Chicago, ZOB-Cleveland, ZID-Indianapolis, ZMP-Minneapolis, ZNY-New York, and ZDC-Washington DC.

Key Accountabilities:
* Reports to the VATUSA2 - Deputy Division Director
* Directs the subordinate ARTCCs air traffic operations, administrative responsibilities, and team
* Maintains an active online presence within the Division, Region, and on the VATSIM network
* Administers the selection of ARTCC ATM candidates using established guidelines
* Approves the selection of ARTCC DATM candidates
* Guides and mentors the subordinate ARTCC ATMs (and staff, if necessary)
* Addresses disciplinary situations with the Division Director and Deputy
* Coordinates with adjacent Air Traffic Directors on inter-regional operations and issues
* Coordinates with subordinate Air Traffic Managers on intra-regional operations and issues.
* Prepares and analyzes relevant data and/or reports
* Functions as VATUSA staff member and attends meetings as necessary

Core Requirements:
* Active member of the network in good standing for at least 12 months
* Considerable experience and success in an ARTCC senior staff role, ideally as an ATM
* Able to effectively lead in a team environment
* Excellent written and oral communication skills
* No significant disciplinary record or history of unprofessional behavior
* Minimum rating of C1
* Excellent Customer Service Skills

Desired Skills and Capabilities:
* Demonstrated experience with the management of ARTCC operations
* Demonstrated project management skills
* Demonstrated possession and utilization of a high degree of energy, commitment and dedication
* Demonstrated qualities of understanding, patience, maturity

To be effective, the successful candidate must devote a considerable amount of time to the position. Candidates must commit to devoting the time required. Only those who fully understand and meet the requirements and will make the appropriate commitment should apply. Candidates can expect an initial evaluation of their application after which they MAY be contacted for a comprehensive interview.

Interested members must provide a letter of application, including full name, active email, CID, rating, and a resume that includes a description of VATSIM experience, including leadership roles. Additionally, the letter of application should outline the applicants vision for the region, including goals, strategies, plans and timelines. Finally, the application should detail the applicant's reasons for wanting to lead the region, compelling evidence to show how the position requirements are met, and how the region will thrive under the applicant's leadership.

Applications should be submitted to Mani Manigault, VATUSA Division Director, at [email protected]

Application deadline is September 22 at 23:59Z.
Mani Manigault
Vice President, Americas Region
VATSIM