I'd like to warmly welcome Mike Bencivenga to the role of Events Coordinator, Mike will work in progressing the ZJX events department and is very excited to take on the position!

Welcome to the team Mike!

Events Coordinator

ZJX is seeking a qualified, professional, and motivated individual to fill the role of Events Coordinator. This individual will play a critical role in revolutionizing Jacksonville's events, to provide our controllers and pilots with the best experience possible.

Key Responsibilities
- Maintaining an online presence within the facility and on the VATSIM network.
- Attending staff meetings.
- Ideating and executing ZJX events.
- Conducting event briefings.
- Developing event materials and resources.
- Coordinating with adjoining ARTCCs for events.
- Serving as a liaison for both virtual airlines and other ARTCCs.
- Marketing ZJX to the VATSIM community.
- All other responsibilities which help to accomplish the mission, goals, and vision of ZJX.


Key Requirements
- Hold a Student 2 (S2) rating or above.
- Have knowledge of Photoshop or equivalent software.
- Have knowledge of marketing strategies.
- Have knowledge of event organization and management.
- Possess a high degree of energy and commitment appropriate to the requirements of the position.
- Have no significant disciplinary record.
- Have no history of unprofessional behavior.
- Be in good standing on the VATSIM network.
- Be a home controller at the time of appointment.

Because this position demands a highly specialized skillset, all applicants will be required to complete the following:
- A Cover Letter
- A Resume
- A well-developed set of goals/ideas/projects that they plan to work on if appointed to the EC position
- A fully developed event (including event name, date, time, positions, event description, banner, and marketing strategy)

To apply, please send your completed application to [email protected] and [email protected] by September 19th, 2021 at 2359z. Qualified applicants will be asked to interview with key ARTCC staff.

Events Coordinator

ZJX is seeking a qualified, professional, and motivated individual to fill the role of Events Coordinator . In the next few months, the individual will play a critical role in revolutionizing Jacksonville's events, to provide our controllers and pilots with the best experience possible.

Key Responsibilities
- Maintaining an online presence within the facility and on the VATSIM network.
- Attending staff meetings.
- Ideating and executing ZJX events.
- Conducting event briefings.
- Developing event materials and resources.
- Coordinating with adjoining ARTCCs for events.
- Serving as a liaison for both virtual airlines and other ARTCCs.
- Marketing ZJX to the VATSIM community.
- All other responsibilities which help to accomplish the mission, goals, and vision of ZJX.


Key Requirements
- Hold a Student 2 (S2) rating or above.
- Have knowledge of Photoshop or equivalent software.
- Have knowledge of marketing strategies.
- Have knowledge of event organization and management.
- Possess a high degree of energy and commitment appropriate to the requirements of the position.
- Have no significant disciplinary record.
- Have no history of unprofessional behavior.
- Be in good standing on the VATSIM network.
- Be a home controller at the time of appointment.

Because this position demands a highly specialized skillset, all applicants will be required to complete the following:
- A Cover Letter
- A Resume
- A well-developed set of goals/ideas/projects that they plan to work on if appointed to the EC position
- A fully developed event (including event name, date, time, positions, event description, banner, and marketing strategy)

To apply, please send your completed application to [email protected] and [email protected] by December 28th, 2020 at 2359z. Qualified applicants will be asked to interview with key ARTCC staff.

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Jacksonville ARTCC continues its “Staff It Up Sunday!” events.

This week we will be featuring Myrtle Beach International Airport, in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Our primary focus is to staff up the MYR ATCT and radar facilities. From airliners to a Skyhawk in the pattern, all traffic is welcome. Enjoy your afternoon with us for a Sunday flight, in a professional ATC environment.

The event is from 2100z (1700 ET) to 2359z (1959 ET) on Sunday, October 20th. Come fly with us!

Come fly up and down the east coast over the busiest highway on the East, and take a little detour to visit some of the premier airports of the east. ZTL, ZJX, and ZDC will be staffing up Charlotte, Orlando, and Baltimore for your transport pleasures from 2300-0300z!

We all love Florida, and whats Florida without Florida Man? Arrive and depart some lovely Florida Men (and women) in Duval County at the Jacksonville International Airport from 2300z-0300z. Remember to have police waiting at the gate, you might need it.

244 years ago, the US of A declared its independence from our gracious friends across the pond. One of the acts of protest was the infamous "Boston Tea Party" before the war. This year Atlanta and Jacksonville are having our own "Tea Party" but with some extra Sugar and Jet A-1. Fly between Atlanta Hartsfield in Georgia down to Central Florida at Orlando International in this crossfire with ZTL and ZJX on July 5th from 7-11PM ET (Thats 2300-0300z for our hot tea drinkers)

Jacksonville ARTCC continues its “Staff It Up Sunday!” events.

This week we will be featuring Savannah International Airport (KSAV) in Savannah, Georgia. Our primary focus is to staff up the SAV ATCT and radar facilities. From airliners to a Skyhawk in the pattern, all traffic is welcome. Enjoy your afternoon with us for a Sunday flight, in a professional ATC environment.

The event is from 2100z (1600 ET) to 2359z (1859 ET) on Sunday, June 21st. Come fly with us!