POSITION OPEN: Honolulu DATM

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POSITION OPEN: Honolulu DATM
« on: December 15, 2017, 09:24:14 PM »
Position Posting - HCF Deputy Air Traffic Manager

Purpose

The Honolulu CF (HCF) is seeking a qualified, professional, and motivated individual to fulfill
the role of Deputy Air Traffic Manager (DATM) to assist the Air Traffic Manager in providing effective management and leadership within the facility.

Key Responsibilities


- Oversees the day-to-day operation of the facility
- Reports to the HCF Air Traffic Manager
- Maintains an active online presence within the facility and on the VATSIM network
- Functions as ARTCC/CF Staff Member and attends periodic meetings as necessary
- Provides for coordination of position assignments and position restrictions when necessary
- Provides guidance and help to assigned controllers or guests
- Assists in the coordination of events that may affect the CF's airspace
- Assists in management of the VATUSA HCF member and visiting controller roster
- Assists the Air Traffic Manager in delegating tasks to other CF staff members and monitoring operations.
- Other duties as assigned by the Air Traffic Manager

Requirements

- Hold at least a C1 rating.
- Have no disciplinary or unprofessional conduct in the last twelve months.
- Be capable of working well in a team-oriented environment.
- Be adept at working with many different personality types and skill levels.
- Have a strong knowledge of the United States Airspace and Air Traffic Control systems.
- Comprehensive understanding of the HCF mission statement.
- Have excellent English written and oral communication skills.
- Have the ability to create professional looking documents using Word or similar software.
- The desire to help the Air Traffic Manager build and grow HCF into a facility that meets our mission statement and vision and makes VATSIM proud.


Preferred Skills

- Have membership as a home controller or visiting controller in HCF.
- Supervisory, trainer, or management experience in the virtual or real world.
- Previous or current ARTCC Senior Staff experience.
- Instructor or Mentor experience on the network.
- Real-World ATC or flying experience.
- Prior VATSIM events coordination experience.
- Facility Engineer experience (VRC, vSTARS, etc.).
- Knowledge of Aircraft Situation Editor and TWRTrainer; will train if never utilized.
- Euroscope facility creation and maintaining.


Interested candidates should be aware that this is not an entry-level position and not for the inexperienced. The workload is considerable (4+ hours a week) and should not be taken lightly. Only those who understand the requirements and can make the appropriate commitment should consider applying.

Candidates can expect a 4-stage interview and hiring process:

1. An initial evaluation of their application
2. Comprehensive interview
3. ATM and VATUSA Review
4. Selection of Candidate

Candidates will be contacted after each stage and advised of the next step.

Applications should include:

- Full Name, Active Email, and VATSIM CID
- Resume (1-page)
- Cover Letter detailing your experience and any other relevant information you would like to provide (not to exceed 2-pages)
- Candidates from outside HCF must submit a Letter of Recommendation from a Senior Staff Member (ATM/DATM/TA) at their current ARTCC

Candidates may optionally include an extensive letter of intent that outlines in detail their plans and vision for HCF in this position. 

Candidates should email their application package to atm[at]hcfartcc.net.

Applications will be accepted until the right candidate is found.
  Good luck!