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News / Re: Midwest Region Manager Hired
« on: June 10, 2021, 10:00:52 AM »
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News / Vacancy Announcement: ZDV Air Traffic Manager
« on: June 08, 2021, 07:37:24 PM »
ZDV Air Traffic Manager Vacancy Announcement
Position: Air Traffic Manager
Location: Denver ARTCC (ZDV)
Time Commitment: 4 to 8 hours per week (minimum) and required monthly controller hours to maintain facility membership
Supervisor: Midwest Region Manager
Application Deadline: June 22nd, 2021 at 2359z
VATUSA is currently seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Air Traffic Manager at the Denver ARTCC. This position is not an entry-level position and will require significant time commitments to effectively perform the duties of Air Traffic Manager.
Duties of the ATM:
- Reports to the Mid-west Region Manager and directs the operations and management of the assigned facility
- Must maintain an online presence on the VATSIM network
- Maintains facility website and TeamSpeak/Discord
- Drafts facility SOPs, LOAs, and other appropriate documents and seeks RM approval for said documents
- Ensures facility SOPs, LOAs, and other appropriate documents are readily available for viewing/download
- Functions as a VATUSA staff member and attends meetings as necessary to discuss and stay current with region and division issues, policies, and initiatives
- Manages and defines the duties of respective facility staff
- Submits selection of Deputy Air Traffic Manager and Webmaster to the Midwest Region Manager for final approval
- Submits selection of Training Administrator to the Mid-west Region Manager and VATUSA Training Director for final approval
- Provides guidance and help to assigned controllers
- Works with or delegates a liaison to work with VATUSA/facility Event Coordinators on events as necessary
- Addresses disciplinary situations with the Midwest Region Manager when appropriate
- Other duties as assigned/required
Minimum Requirements:
- Possess a high degree of energy and commitment appropriate to the requirements of the position
- Must have at least a C1 rating
- Must be an active member of the network in good standing
- Must be able to work in a team environment and function as a team member
- Have no significant disciplinary record and no history of unprofessional behavior
Highly Desired Skills:
- Demonstrates qualities of understanding, patience, and maturity
- Understands the role of the facility and facility staff within the Midwest Region and VATUSA
- Understands the position requires considerable commitment of time
- Prior facility Senior Staff experience
- Prior or current Instructor or Mentor experience
- Experience effectively managing others through good leadership practices
- Real world management experience
Only those candidates who understand the requirements and can 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. All qualified candidates will be reviewed and considered.
Applications should include:
- Name, active email address, and VATSIM ID
- Resume (including any applicable real-world management/aviation experience; DOCX or PDF format)
- Letter of Intent covering your vision for the facility (DOCX or PDF)
To Apply:
Submit the required information above to Rick Rump, Mid-West Region Manager via e-mail [email protected] no later than June 22nd at 2359Z with the subject "ZDV ATM Application". Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.
Position: Air Traffic Manager
Location: Denver ARTCC (ZDV)
Time Commitment: 4 to 8 hours per week (minimum) and required monthly controller hours to maintain facility membership
Supervisor: Midwest Region Manager
Application Deadline: June 22nd, 2021 at 2359z
VATUSA is currently seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Air Traffic Manager at the Denver ARTCC. This position is not an entry-level position and will require significant time commitments to effectively perform the duties of Air Traffic Manager.
Duties of the ATM:
- Reports to the Mid-west Region Manager and directs the operations and management of the assigned facility
- Must maintain an online presence on the VATSIM network
- Maintains facility website and TeamSpeak/Discord
- Drafts facility SOPs, LOAs, and other appropriate documents and seeks RM approval for said documents
- Ensures facility SOPs, LOAs, and other appropriate documents are readily available for viewing/download
- Functions as a VATUSA staff member and attends meetings as necessary to discuss and stay current with region and division issues, policies, and initiatives
- Manages and defines the duties of respective facility staff
- Submits selection of Deputy Air Traffic Manager and Webmaster to the Midwest Region Manager for final approval
- Submits selection of Training Administrator to the Mid-west Region Manager and VATUSA Training Director for final approval
- Provides guidance and help to assigned controllers
- Works with or delegates a liaison to work with VATUSA/facility Event Coordinators on events as necessary
- Addresses disciplinary situations with the Midwest Region Manager when appropriate
- Other duties as assigned/required
Minimum Requirements:
- Possess a high degree of energy and commitment appropriate to the requirements of the position
- Must have at least a C1 rating
- Must be an active member of the network in good standing
- Must be able to work in a team environment and function as a team member
- Have no significant disciplinary record and no history of unprofessional behavior
Highly Desired Skills:
- Demonstrates qualities of understanding, patience, and maturity
- Understands the role of the facility and facility staff within the Midwest Region and VATUSA
- Understands the position requires considerable commitment of time
- Prior facility Senior Staff experience
- Prior or current Instructor or Mentor experience
- Experience effectively managing others through good leadership practices
- Real world management experience
Only those candidates who understand the requirements and can 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. All qualified candidates will be reviewed and considered.
Applications should include:
- Name, active email address, and VATSIM ID
- Resume (including any applicable real-world management/aviation experience; DOCX or PDF format)
- Letter of Intent covering your vision for the facility (DOCX or PDF)
To Apply:
Submit the required information above to Rick Rump, Mid-West Region Manager via e-mail [email protected] no later than June 22nd at 2359Z with the subject "ZDV ATM Application". Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.
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News / Vacancy Announcement: ZAU Air Traffic Manager [CLOSED]
« on: June 08, 2021, 07:36:00 PM »
ZAU Air Traffic Manager Vacancy Announcement
Position: Air Traffic Manager
Location: Chicago ARTCC (ZAU)
Time Commitment: 4 to 8 hours per week (minimum) and required monthly controller hours to maintain facility membership
Supervisor: Midwest Region Manager
Application Deadline: June 15th, 2021 at 2359z
VATUSA is currently seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Air Traffic Manager at the Chicago ARTCC. This position is not an entry-level position and will require significant time commitments to effectively perform the duties of Air Traffic Manager.
Duties of the ATM:
- Reports to the Midwest Region Manager and directs the operations and management of the assigned facility
- Must maintain an online presence on the VATSIM network
- Maintains facility website and TeamSpeak/Discord
- Drafts facility SOPs, LOAs, and other appropriate documents and seeks RM approval for said documents
- Ensures facility SOPs, LOAs, and other appropriate documents are readily available for viewing/download
- Functions as a VATUSA staff member and attends meetings as necessary to discuss and stay current with region and division issues, policies, and initiatives
- Manages and defines the duties of respective facility staff
- Submits selection of Deputy Air Traffic Manager and Webmaster to the Midwest Region Manager for final approval
- Submits selection of Training Administrator to the Midwest Region Manager and VATUSA Training Director for final approval
- Provides guidance and help to assigned controllers
- Works with or delegates a liaison to work with VATUSA/facility Event Coordinators on events as necessary
- Addresses disciplinary situations with the Midwest Region Manager when appropriate
- Other duties as assigned/required
Minimum Requirements:
- Possess a high degree of energy and commitment appropriate to the requirements of the position
- Must have at least a C1 rating
- Must be an active member of the network in good standing
- Must be able to work in a team environment and function as a team member
- Have no significant disciplinary record and no history of unprofessional behavior
Highly Desired Skills:
- Demonstrates qualities of understanding, patience, and maturity
- Understands the role of the facility and facility staff within the Midwest Region and VATUSA
- Understands the position requires considerable commitment of time
- Prior facility Senior Staff experience
- Prior or current Instructor or Mentor experience
- Experience effectively managing others through good leadership practices
- Real world management experience
Only those candidates who understand the requirements and can 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. All qualified candidates will be reviewed and considered.
Applications should include:
- Name, active email address, and VATSIM ID
- Resume (including any applicable real-world management/aviation experience)
- Letter of Intent covering your vision for the facility
To Apply:
Submit the required information above to Rick Rump, Mid-West Region Manager via e-mail [email protected] no later than June 15th at 2359Z with the subject "ZAU ATM Application". Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.
This Vacancy Application period has closed.
Position: Air Traffic Manager
Location: Chicago ARTCC (ZAU)
Time Commitment: 4 to 8 hours per week (minimum) and required monthly controller hours to maintain facility membership
Supervisor: Midwest Region Manager
Application Deadline: June 15th, 2021 at 2359z
VATUSA is currently seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Air Traffic Manager at the Chicago ARTCC. This position is not an entry-level position and will require significant time commitments to effectively perform the duties of Air Traffic Manager.
Duties of the ATM:
- Reports to the Midwest Region Manager and directs the operations and management of the assigned facility
- Must maintain an online presence on the VATSIM network
- Maintains facility website and TeamSpeak/Discord
- Drafts facility SOPs, LOAs, and other appropriate documents and seeks RM approval for said documents
- Ensures facility SOPs, LOAs, and other appropriate documents are readily available for viewing/download
- Functions as a VATUSA staff member and attends meetings as necessary to discuss and stay current with region and division issues, policies, and initiatives
- Manages and defines the duties of respective facility staff
- Submits selection of Deputy Air Traffic Manager and Webmaster to the Midwest Region Manager for final approval
- Submits selection of Training Administrator to the Midwest Region Manager and VATUSA Training Director for final approval
- Provides guidance and help to assigned controllers
- Works with or delegates a liaison to work with VATUSA/facility Event Coordinators on events as necessary
- Addresses disciplinary situations with the Midwest Region Manager when appropriate
- Other duties as assigned/required
Minimum Requirements:
- Possess a high degree of energy and commitment appropriate to the requirements of the position
- Must have at least a C1 rating
- Must be an active member of the network in good standing
- Must be able to work in a team environment and function as a team member
- Have no significant disciplinary record and no history of unprofessional behavior
Highly Desired Skills:
- Demonstrates qualities of understanding, patience, and maturity
- Understands the role of the facility and facility staff within the Midwest Region and VATUSA
- Understands the position requires considerable commitment of time
- Prior facility Senior Staff experience
- Prior or current Instructor or Mentor experience
- Experience effectively managing others through good leadership practices
- Real world management experience
Only those candidates who understand the requirements and can 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. All qualified candidates will be reviewed and considered.
Applications should include:
- Name, active email address, and VATSIM ID
- Resume (including any applicable real-world management/aviation experience)
- Letter of Intent covering your vision for the facility
To Apply:
Submit the required information above to Rick Rump, Mid-West Region Manager via e-mail [email protected] no later than June 15th at 2359Z with the subject "ZAU ATM Application". Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.
This Vacancy Application period has closed.
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Events / Re: [18th August 2359-0400z] ZLA presents: MSFS Shakedown
« on: August 04, 2020, 06:58:28 AM »
Brave souls, brave souls.
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General Discussion / VATUSA Training Standards Program One Year Milestone Results
« on: July 31, 2020, 10:14:10 AM »
When we implemented the VATUSA Training Standards last July we discussed how this process would be iterative, collaborative, and transparent in nature.
We recently completed the one year stage check milestone and I wanted to share with the general membership the results of the surveys offered to a randomly selected number of students and all VATUSA instructor rated controllers. You may review the results here.
While we met most of our Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), we did not meet a couple. There is commentary on what we are planning on doing to address unmet KPIs and other areas we fell that we from the department-end can accomplish with all of your help.
Also, there are a few other topics discussed that while we did meet the KPI(s), we feel there is room for improvement.
Please reach out to myself and Austin via e-mail or Discord if you wish to discuss these results, have ideas that we should look into to further move the standardization along, or any general comments relating to training.
We recently completed the one year stage check milestone and I wanted to share with the general membership the results of the surveys offered to a randomly selected number of students and all VATUSA instructor rated controllers. You may review the results here.
While we met most of our Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), we did not meet a couple. There is commentary on what we are planning on doing to address unmet KPIs and other areas we fell that we from the department-end can accomplish with all of your help.
Also, there are a few other topics discussed that while we did meet the KPI(s), we feel there is room for improvement.
Please reach out to myself and Austin via e-mail or Discord if you wish to discuss these results, have ideas that we should look into to further move the standardization along, or any general comments relating to training.
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The Classroom (Controller Tips) / Re: Basic ATC Exam Open Book Status
« on: July 30, 2020, 06:31:14 AM »
They most certainly are open book. I mean even if they were not, there is no way we could monitor it...................................... OR CAN WE?!
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The Classroom (Controller Tips) / Re: stupid noob questions
« on: June 16, 2020, 01:46:10 PM »
The basic information required for any and all questions in the exams are covered in either the CBT or the 7110.65. You may need to think about what you have read to arrive at the correct answer however.
Once you pass the basic/S1 exam you can select your initial facility. Good luck!
Once you pass the basic/S1 exam you can select your initial facility. Good luck!
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The Classroom (Controller Tips) / Re: Simple Question
« on: June 11, 2020, 11:39:59 AM »
Rob is correct, it actually use to be seven days. The goal is for you to go back through and figure out the correct answers to those you got wrong so when you re-attempt it, you do much better. This also encourages retention.
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Events / Re: Come Fly To Wisconsin For Cripes Sakes! 04/19/20: 2200-0200Z
« on: April 16, 2020, 06:46:05 AM »
We really need a B1G fly-in. The hilarity would be insanely high.
Indiana: KIND
Illinois: KCMI
Iowa: KCID
Maryland: KBWI
Michigan: KDTW
MSU: KLAN
Minnesota: KMSP
Nebraska: KLNK
Northwestern: KORD
OSU: KCMH
Purdue: KLAF?
PSU: KUNV
Rutgers: KEWR
Wisconsin: KMSN
Indiana: KIND
Illinois: KCMI
Iowa: KCID
Maryland: KBWI
Michigan: KDTW
MSU: KLAN
Minnesota: KMSP
Nebraska: KLNK
Northwestern: KORD
OSU: KCMH
Purdue: KLAF?
PSU: KUNV
Rutgers: KEWR
Wisconsin: KMSN
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The Classroom (Controller Tips) / [Masterclass] Maximizing Airport Arrival Capacity (19-21Z)
« on: April 15, 2020, 07:41:37 AM »
TITLE: Maximizing Airport Arrival Rate
DATE & TIME: 9 May 2020 1900Z (1500E/1200P) to 2100Z (1700E/1400P)
TYPE: Masterclass
AUDIENCE: S2 training for S3 and all controllers rated S3 and higher
FACILITATOR: Daniel Everman
INSTRUCTORS: Chris Bright, Dhruv Kalra, Ryan Geckler, and Shane Vanhoven
LOCATION: VATUSA Discord - Classroom (Voice room)
A properly run final can make or break your facility's event. In this masterclass, we'll provide you with the tools you need to maximize your airport's arrival capacity in a variety of scenarios.
DATE & TIME: 9 May 2020 1900Z (1500E/1200P) to 2100Z (1700E/1400P)
TYPE: Masterclass
AUDIENCE: S2 training for S3 and all controllers rated S3 and higher
FACILITATOR: Daniel Everman
INSTRUCTORS: Chris Bright, Dhruv Kalra, Ryan Geckler, and Shane Vanhoven
LOCATION: VATUSA Discord - Classroom (Voice room)
A properly run final can make or break your facility's event. In this masterclass, we'll provide you with the tools you need to maximize your airport's arrival capacity in a variety of scenarios.