Jonathon,

First off welcome to the dark side! We can all tell you why you should join each ARTCC, but it only comes down to what you want. If I were you, I would go some place that interests you. A lot of people control in the ARTCC they live, but it is up to you. Personally, I chose Atlanta because I grew up in Atlanta and I wanted to work my "home airport". It had nothing to do with the fact it is the busiest airport in the world and 3rd in VATUSA, 8th on VATSIM. (Sorry, Had to throw some advertisement in:)

I would also recommend joining an ARTCC in your same time zone, as it would be easier to get training scheduled with mentors/instructors. Again, I can't stress enough that it is your decision and whichever ARTCC you decide to join, will be fun and enjoyable.

I think your ATM would agree that one way Atlanta should not be represented (along with any other ARTCC or VATSIM subset) is through profanity on a public forum, especially when it's coupled with an attitude.

Actually, do not agree. Why? Because it shows willingness to not back down and willingness to stand up for himself and for the ARTCC. Is there some things I would have said differently or omitted? Yes, but I still think we need to stand up for both ourselves and our ARTCC, thus my tolerance of the messages.

Although, I do mind when people assume or make inferences about me, that is when I get irritated.

Mr. Kosmoski,

What I, nor the Events Coordinator appreciate, is informing us we should correct the name of our event because it does not fit the criteria you are used to seeing or you would like to see. Let's look at this quote from earlier in the discussion:  "If we're not allowed to question things, what are we doing here in the first place?  Most things aren't questioned until somebody bothers to ask the question."

If you want to continue to ask questions about banners, event names, or other irrelevant information regarding events, in the future, I would consider taking a different approach to raising such questions, as you can clearly see the current approach was not received well.

Each ARTCC has different reasons for putting names for their events which may not be known to someone who is not within the ARTCC. I believe this entire thread is could have been avoided if the name of ZTL's, not Mr. Kosmoski's, event was accepted as something to which will not change. With those final remarks, I am going to conclude this discussion here. If it were to continue, I do not see any good coming from it. Matthew, if you wish to discuss further, please feel free to send me an email, and I will get to it when I have time.

See you Friday.

 We call it a Live event, not because our controllers are meeting up, in person, for a "live" controlling event, but because we are simulating how live we can make the airspace!

@Matthew

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ZTL is now accepting applications for the Training Administrator position!


Duties and Responsibilities:

* Oversees and actively develops training program
* Manages training staff
* Reports directly to the ZTL Air Traffic Manager and VATUSA Training Director as nessassary
* Maintains and implements training materials and documents
* Tracks the progress of student controllers
* Quickly and accurately responds to training related inquiries from students, mentors, and instructors


Required Qualifications:

* Be an active member of the VATSIM network in good standing with no previous derogatory marks
* Currently holds at least a rating of Controller (C1) or higher
* Have held a rating of I1 for at least 30 days at any given time prior to hiring date
* Capable of working well in a team-oriented environment
* Strong knowledge of the United States Airspace and Air Traffic Control systems
* Excellent written and oral communication skills


Desired Qualifications:

*Instructor/Mentor experience
*Previous or current ARTCC Senior Staff experience
*Supervisory or management experience in virtual or real world
*Real world aviation experience (pilot or air traffic control)


Interested candidates should be aware that this is not an entry-level position and not for the inexperienced. The workload is considerable and should not be taken lightly. Only those who understand the requirements and can make the appropriate commitment should consider applying. Candidates can expect an initial evaluation of their application after which they MAY be contacted for a comprehensive interview.


Please include the following in your application:

*Full Name, Active E-Mail, and VATSIM CID
*Letter of Intent and Resume (please include real world management experience if applicable)
*Candidates from outside ZTL must submit a Letter of Recommendation from a Senior Staff Member (ATM/DATM/TA) at their current ARTCC

The applications will be open until the right candidate is found.

Please submit applications to [email protected]