Applications are now being accepted for the position of South Central Region Manager, VATUSA5

REPORTS TO:  VATUSA Division General Manager, VATUSA2

RESPONSIBLE FOR:  Management of the South Central Region consisting of ZAB, ZFW, ZHU, ZME

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

* Directs the Division’s objects within the Region
* Maintains an active online presence within the Division, Region, and on the VATSIM network
* Maintains controller currency within the Region
* Reviews the VATUSA Forums, VATUSA Discord, and VATUSA Social Media Channels regularly
* Administers the selection of ARTCC ATM candidates using established guidelines
* Approves the selection of ARTCC DATM candidates
* Guides and mentors the subordinate ARTCC ATMs (and staff, if necessary)
* Addresses disciplinary situations with the Division General Manager
* Coordinates with adjacent Region Managers on inter-regional operations and issues
* Coordinates with subordinate Air Traffic Managers on intra-regional operations and issues.
* Prepares and analyzes relevant data and/or reports
* Functions as VATUSA staff member and attends meetings as necessary

Core Requirements:
* Active member of the network in good standing for at least 12 months
* Considerable experience and success in an ARTCC senior staff role
* Able to effectively lead in a team environment
* Excellent written and oral communication skills
* No significant disciplinary record or history of unprofessional behavior
* Minimum rating of C1

Desired Skills and Capabilities:
* Demonstrated recent experience with the management of ARTCC operations -- preferably within the advertised Region
* Demonstrated project management skills
* Demonstrated possession and utilization of a high degree of energy, commitment and dedication
* Demonstrated qualities of understanding, patience, maturity


To be effective, the successful candidate must devote a considerable amount of time to the position. Candidates must commit to devoting the time required. Only those who fully understand and meet the requirements and will 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.

Interested members must provide a letter of application, including full name, active email, CID, rating, and a resume that includes a description of VATSIM experience including leadership roles. Additionally, the letter of application should outline the applicant’s vision for the region to include goals, strategies, plans and timelines. Finally, the application should detail the applicant's reasons for wanting to lead the region with compelling evidence to show how the position requirements are met and how the region will thrive under the applicant's leadership.

SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO BOTH: 

• Mani Manigault, VATUSA Division Director, [email protected]
• Wes Miles, VATUSA General Manager [email protected]

                                         
Application deadline is November 13, 2020 at 23:59Z.

Please join me in congratulating Ryan Pitt on his selection as Midwest Region Manager.  Ryan will be covering ZDV, ZMP, ZKC, ZAU.  Ryan has been a VATUSA member since 2009 and was most recently ZKC DATM in 2018.  Ryan has almost 2000 hours of real world pilot experience -- the majority being commercial pilot experience.  Ryan has also logged over 9000 on VATSIM.

Ryan's priorities are in alignment with mine.  I look forward to working with him!

Congratulations!

Please read the attached memorandum regarding upcoming changes to VATUSA's Organizational Structure.

Please open a support ticket in order for us to look into it.

VATUSA is currently seeking a Division Training Director who will provide compelling and effective leadership and management of the VATUSA Air Traffic Training function.

Key Accountabilities:
* Reports to the Division Director
* Develops and deploys effective training programs for VATUSA air traffic
* Develops and deploys effective training programs for VATUSA that enhance and support the Vision of VATUSA
* Manages and leads the training programs to make it effective and efficient for all ARTCC controllers
* Maintains an active online presence within the facility and on the VATSIM network
* Functions as VATUSA staff member and attends meetings as necessary
* Monitors the performance and activity of ARTCC training programs and their effectiveness
* Monitors the performance and activity of ARTCC training programs to insure compliance with the Global Ratings Policy and other VATSIM policies.
* Maintains close communication with Air Traffic Directors and ARTCC ATMs on training matters

Core Requirements:
* Demonstrated project management skills
* Able to effectively lead in a team environment
* Able to effectively lead others through influence and motivation.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills
* Considerable experience and success in a training role, ideally as an ARTCC Training Administrator
* Currently serving (preferred), or previously served, as an Instructor within VATUSA
* Active member of the network in good standing for at least 12 months
* No significant disciplinary record or history of unprofessional behavior

Desired Skills and Capabilities:
* Demonstrated experience with the development and deployment of training programs
* Demonstrated possession and utilization of a high degree of energy, commitment and dedication
* Demonstrated qualities of understanding, patience, maturity
* Currently actively serving as an ATC Instructor, holding a rating of Instructor (I1) or higher

To be effective, the VATUSA Training Director must devote a considerable amount of time to the position; candidates must commit to devoting the time required. Only those who fully understand and meet the requirements and will 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.

Interested members must provide a letter of application/intent, including full name, active email, CID, and a resume that outlines their qualifications and experience. Additionally, the letter of application should outline the applicant's vision for the VATUSA Air Traffic Training function, including goals, strategies, plans and timelines. Finally, the application should detail the applicant's reasons for wanting to lead the Division training program, compelling evidence to show how the position requirements are met, and how the function will thrive under the applicant's leadership.

Applications and Resume's shall be submitted to Mani Manigault at [email protected] by October 16 at 23:59Z.

VATUSA is currently seeking highly motivated, well experienced applicants for the position of Northeast Region Air Traffic Director.  The Northeast Region consists of the following Facilities:   ZBW-Boston, ZAU-Chicago, ZOB-Cleveland, ZID-Indianapolis, ZMP-Minneapolis, ZNY-New York, and ZDC-Washington DC.

Key Accountabilities:
* Reports to the VATUSA2 - Deputy Division Director
* Directs the subordinate ARTCCs air traffic operations, administrative responsibilities, and team
* Maintains an active online presence within the Division, Region, and on the VATSIM network
* Administers the selection of ARTCC ATM candidates using established guidelines
* Approves the selection of ARTCC DATM candidates
* Guides and mentors the subordinate ARTCC ATMs (and staff, if necessary)
* Addresses disciplinary situations with the Division Director and Deputy
* Coordinates with adjacent Air Traffic Directors on inter-regional operations and issues
* Coordinates with subordinate Air Traffic Managers on intra-regional operations and issues.
* Prepares and analyzes relevant data and/or reports
* Functions as VATUSA staff member and attends meetings as necessary

Core Requirements:
* Active member of the network in good standing for at least 12 months
* Considerable experience and success in an ARTCC senior staff role, ideally as an ATM
* Able to effectively lead in a team environment
* Excellent written and oral communication skills
* No significant disciplinary record or history of unprofessional behavior
* Minimum rating of C1
* Excellent Customer Service Skills

Desired Skills and Capabilities:
* Demonstrated experience with the management of ARTCC operations
* Demonstrated project management skills
* Demonstrated possession and utilization of a high degree of energy, commitment and dedication
* Demonstrated qualities of understanding, patience, maturity

To be effective, the successful candidate must devote a considerable amount of time to the position. Candidates must commit to devoting the time required. Only those who fully understand and meet the requirements and will 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.

Interested members must provide a letter of application, including full name, active email, CID, rating, and a resume that includes a description of VATSIM experience, including leadership roles. Additionally, the letter of application should outline the applicants vision for the region, including goals, strategies, plans and timelines. Finally, the application should detail the applicant's reasons for wanting to lead the region, compelling evidence to show how the position requirements are met, and how the region will thrive under the applicant's leadership.

Applications should be submitted to Mani Manigault, VATUSA Division Director, at [email protected] . 

Application deadline is September 22 at 23:59Z.

Thanks for the warm words of welcome everyone!