VATUSA is recruiting members for the FlightSim Expo Display Team

Matthew Bartels

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VATUSA is recruiting members for the FlightSim Expo Display Team
« on: February 02, 2018, 06:46:23 AM »
1.Position and Location
VATUSA is looking for controllers to staff a live VATSIM ATC display at FlightSim Expo (June 9-10, 2018)
-This position is located in Las Vegas, NV and interested parties will be responsible for own travel and expenses.
- Note: This is not a typical live event, this is an exhibition of the live network and its capabilities to the general public and team members will be expected to interact with the public and promote the network.
 
2.Time Commitment
-12 to 20 hours of live VATSIM Network controlling over a two-day period (June 9-10,2018) including time talking with the public and answering questions. Team members will be given time to explore the convention and attend presentations as well.

3.Supervisor
 VATUSA Events Manager (VATUSA5)

4.Application Deadline

Closes February 15, 2018 at 23:59 Eastern Time

5.Duties of VATUSA FlightSim Expo Display Team Member
-Staff various ATC positions at ARTCCs where certified.
-Open and close various positions (where certified) based on public interest and VATUSA direction.
-Promote all VATUSA ARTCCs and the VATSIM Network to the observing public.
-Answer questions posed by the public.
-Act as a mentor or pseudo-pilot for a sweatbox scenario where the public can try controlling.

6.Minimum Requirements
-Must have at least a Controller (C1) Rating with a center certification at home facility. (S3 Controllers may be considered on a case by case basis.)
-Must be an active member of the network in good standing, with no significant disciplinary record.
-Must be able to work in a team environment.
-Must be willing to register for FlightSim Expo and bear all registration and travel costs at own expense.
-Must be wiling to purchase VATUSA t-shirt to be worn on convention floor while exhibiting. ($10-$15)

7.Highly Desired Skills
-Possess a high degree of energy and enthusiasm for virtual flying, air traffic control, and the VATSIM network
-Prior or current experience as a VATUSA instructor or Mentor
-Center certifications at 2 or more VATUSA ARTCCs or certifications on ZLA positions.

8.To apply
-Send email application containing the following to vatusa5 (at) vatusa.net
-Name
-Active email address
-CID
-Short paragraph on why you wish to be part of the team

-Applications are due February 15, 2018 by 23:59 Eastern Time
-Competitive applicants will be contacted by VATUSA5 with further information.
Matt Bartels - MT
VP Marketing and Communication
VATSIM Board of Governors