OPEN POSITION POSTING
HOUSTON AIR ROUTE TRAFFIC CONTROL CENTER
EVENTS COORDINATOR (EC)
The EC:
* Reports to the ARTCC DATM and ATM.
* Identifies and develops events to generate traffic and to promote the ARTCC.
* Implements and oversees approved events.
* Coordinates with neighboring ARTCCs to arrange support for ZHU-hosted events, and arranges ZHU support for neighboring events.
* Maintains relationships with virtual airlines, coordinates support for VA-hosted events affecting the ZHU airspace.
* Develops and distributes marketing material (graphics, news posts, forum posts, etc) to promote events and the ARTCC.
* Leads and manages events division of ZHU.
Core Requirements
The successful candidate:
* Must have at least a Controller rating.
* Must control at least the minimum number of hours required by the ARTCC Standard Operating Procedures to maintain active membership.
* Must be an active member of the network in good standing.
* Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.
* Must be able to work in a team environment.
Highly Desired Skills and Abilities
The successful candidate will:
* Possess a high degree of energy and commitment appropriate to the requirements of the position.
* Set an example as an active controller both during events and normal daily operations. The best leaders lead by example.
* Demonstrate at a minimum the qualities of understanding, patience, maturity and when necessary, restraint.
* Bring a verifiable level of experience sufficient to ensure the ability to manage a complex aviation environment.
* Understand and commit to a high level of participation with the knowledge that the position requires considerable devotion and commitment of time.
* Instructor or Mentor experience on the network is a plus.
* Experience and certification within the ARTCC is a plus. Candidates currently active on the roster will be given first consideration.
* Previous managerial or administration experience on the VATSIM network or real world is a plus.
* Have no significant disciplinary history or record of unprofessional behavior.
* Must be available for regular correspondence (via the primary means of e-mail), as well as routinely checking VATUSA forums and other outlets for official notices.
Candidates can expect an initial evaluation of their application after which they may be contacted for a comprehensive interview.
Applications should include:
* Full Name, active e-mail, and VATSIM CID
* Resume
* Plans and vision for the ZHU ARTCC Events
APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN 23:59Z, November 26th 2016.
Please send applications, along with a brief explanation of your plans and vision for the ARTCC, to the Houston Air Traffic Manager: atm (at) zhuartcc.org
