Chicago ARTCC Training Administrator Vacancy Announcement

Position: Training Administrator
Location: Chicago ARTCC (ZAU)
Time Commitment: 2-3 hours per week+, and required quarterly controller hours to maintain facility membership
Supervisor: Chicago ARTCC Air Traffic Manager
Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Main Responsibilities:

Maintaining an online presence within the facility and on the VATSIM network.
Attending staff meetings.
Organizing and attending training staff meetings.
Maintaining, updating and managing the training program and related materials.
Duties defined in the vZAU 3120.4.
Developing, updating and maintaining sweatbox files.
Completing special projects as assigned by the ATM.
All other responsibilities which help to accomplish the mission, goals and vision of ZAU.


Requirements:

Hold a Controller 1 (C1) or above.
Have no significant disciplinary record.
Have no history of unprofessional behavior.
Be an active member of the network in good standing on the VATSIM network.
Have a strong knowledge of the United States ATC system, VATSIM ATC system, and FAA JO 7110.65.
Hold no other staff position on any competing networks.
Be a ZAU home controller at the time of appointment (or willing to transfer upon selection).


Preferred Qualifications:

Instructor 1 (I1) Rating.
Familiarity with the Chicago ARTCC.
Understanding of the ZAU training program.
Prior staff experience.
Prior teaching/education experience.

Interested candidates should understand the requirements of the position and the time commitment aspect associated with the undertaking of a senior staff role within the facility. All qualified candidates can expect an initial evaluation of their application after which they MAY be contacted for a comprehensive interview.

If you wish to apply for the TA position, please email atm@zauartcc.org AND ta@zauartcc.org with the following:

A detailed VATSIM/relevant real-world résumé and cover letter.

The letter of application should summarize the applicant's reasons for wanting to help lead the ZAU ARTCC, compelling evidence to show how the position requirements are met, and how the facility will thrive under the applicant's leadership.

Your virtual resume should consist of all prior VATSIM experience and any real-world experience you feel is applicable. Please also include your name, active email address, CID, current ARTCC, and current rating.

Applications will be considered on a rolling, first-come first-serve basis every week (First batch of interviews will be handed out September 1st)

Chicago ARTCC Training Administrator Vacancy Announcement

Position: Training Administrator
Location: Chicago ARTCC (ZAU)
Time Commitment: 4 to 8 hours per week+, and required monthly controller hours to maintain facility membership
Supervisor: Chicago ARTCC Air Traffic Manager
Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Main Responsibilities:

Maintaining an online presence within the facility and on the VATSIM network.
Attending staff meetings.
Organizing and attending training staff meetings.
Developing, maintaining, updating and managing the training program and related materials.
Duties defined in the vZAU 3120.4.
Developing, updating and maintaining sweatbox files.
Completing special projects as assigned by the ATM.
All other responsibilities which help to accomplish the mission, goals and vision of ZAU.


Requirements:

Hold a Controller 1 (C1) or above.
Have no significant disciplinary record.
Have no history of unprofessional behavior.
Be an active member of the network in good standing on the VATSIM network.
Have a strong knowledge of the United States ATC system, VATSIM ATC system, and FAA JO 7110.65.
Hold no other staff position on any competing networks.
Be a ZAU home controller at the time of appointment (or willing to transfer upon selection).


Preferred Qualifications:

Instructor 1 (I1) Rating.
Familiarity with the Chicago ARTCC.
Understanding of the ZAU training program.
Prior staff experience.
Prior teaching/education experience.

Interested candidates should understand the requirements of the position and the time commitment aspect associated with the undertaking of a senior staff role within the facility. All qualified candidates can expect an initial evaluation of their application after which they MAY be contacted for a comprehensive interview.

If you wish to apply for the TA position, please email atm@zauartcc.org with the following:

A detailed VATSIM/relevant real-world résumé, cover letter and a mock training program for a home controller to progress through the C1 rating.

The letter of application should summarize the applicant's reasons for wanting to help lead the ZAU ARTCC, compelling evidence to show how the position requirements are met, and how the facility will thrive under the applicant's leadership.

Your virtual resume should consist of all prior VATSIM experience and any real-world experience you feel is applicable. Please also include your name, active email address, CID, current ARTCC, and current rating.

The mock training C1 program should include the competencies that should be covered, the types of sessions (classroom/sweatbox/live monitoring) and a clear roadmap including mock OTS and potentially sector specific training to work on certain skills (departure rush, sequencing, holding...etc).

Applications will be considered on a rolling, first-come first-serve basis.

OPEN POSITION POSTING - FACILITY ENGINEER
Chicago ARTCC (vZAU)

The Chicago ARTCC (vZAU) is currently seeking applications for Facility Engineer (FE) who will assist the Air Traffic Manager in creating/updating sector files, SOPs, LOAs, and other documents at the VATSIM Chicago ARTCC (vZAU).

Key Accountabilities:
Reports to the ATM and DATM.
Maintains and updates sector files, SOP's LOA's and other facility documents.
Works with VATUSA and other ARTCC's to approve LOAs and SOPs.

Required Skills:
Must be an active member of the network in good standing with a clean history
Currently hold a rating of Student 2 (S2) or higher (S3+ preferred)
Capable of working well in a team-oriented environment
Familiarity in working with VRC, vSTARS, vERAM, and other VATSIM ATC software
Willingness to learn and work with CRC/vNAS
Must have excellent written and oral communication skills

Desired Skills:
Hold a rating of Controller (C1) or higher
Previous ARTCC staff experience
Prior mentor/instructor experience
Working knowledge of ATCTrainer Sweatbox files
Familiar with ZAU airspace and procedures

Applications must include:
Full Name, Active E-Mail, and VATSIM CID
Introductory Cover Letter and resume detailing your experience and addressing each of required and desired skills above and any other relevant information you would like to provide
If from outside of ZAU, reason for interest in transferring and becoming a staff member


Submit the following items to the ZAU ATM and DATM (atm@zauartcc.org, datm@zauartcc.org) with the subject line "Facility Engineer Application"

Application deadline is 21 August, 2359 CDT.

Join ZAU on December 5th for our biweekly Midway Monday! Come on down to the busiest square mile in the US, with full staffing for MDW airport from 2359z-0300z! Avoid the EMAS at the end of the runway by setting your autobrakes to max!

Airport: KMDW
Date: December 5th
Time: 2359z-0300z (6-9pm Central)

Chicago ARTCC is looking for an Events Coordinator!

Job Description:
The Events Coordinator is responsible for creating, scheduling and execution of ZAU events.

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Reports to the DATM.
- Lead the events team to provide support for ZAU event operations.
- Identifies and develops events to generate traffic and promote the ARTCC.
- Implements and oversees approved events.
- Work closely with the training department to prepare our members for event positions.
- Coordinates with neighboring ARTCC to arrange support for ZAU hosted events and neighboring events.
- Coordinates with VATUSA Command Center for event planning, traffic expectations, event execution, and debrief.
- Maintains and cultivates a relationship with Virtual Airlines and other similar organizations and their events.
- Develops and distributes marketing materials to promote events and the ARTCC.

Minimum Requirements:
- Must hold S2+ Rating.
- Must be an active VATSIM controller.
- Must have no disciplinary record with VATSIM, VATUSA, or ZAU ARTCC.
- Must be a ZAU home controller at the time of appointment.
- The ability to create event banners and market them as needed.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills as this is a client-facing position.

Desired Qualifications:
- S3+ Rating preferred
- Active in the ZAU community
- Knowledge of the ZAU airspace
- Experience/talent in graphic design, typography, etc.
- Experience with event planning of any type
- Exceptional leadership skills

Applications MUST include:
1. Full Name, E-Mail, and VATSIM CID
2. Resume (As it relates to VATSIM or the EC position)
3. One Mock Event Idea (May be an ORD FNO or another event) which shall include, at minimum:
       - Event banner
       - Event description
       - Event fields
       - Any other information the applicant feels is relevant to an event

Applications MAY include:
- Letters of Recommendation from current ARTCC staff
- Cover Letter

Applications must be submitted to atm[at]chicagoartcc.org and datm[at]chicagoartcc.org with the Subject Line: ZAU Events Coordinator Application.

Qualified candidates will be contacted for an in-depth interview.

The application deadline is November 14th, 2022 at 2359z.

OPEN POSITION POSTING - WEBMASTER
Chicago ARTCC (vZAU)

The Chicago ARTCC (vZAU) is currently seeking applications for Webmaster (WM).

Duties:
Reports to the ATM regarding website matters.
Maintain an active online presence on the website, discord, email, and network.
Manages and oversees the ARTCCs data services including web content and delivery, web services, email systems, data storage systems, etc.
Must respond quickly to website and data system needs.
Develops and implements policies and procedures for the operation and maintenance of the ARTCC web and data systems.
Attends staff meetings as called by the ATM.
Any other duty assigned.

Minimum Requirements:
Must be an active member of the network in good standing.
Be a member of ZAU, or willing to transfer upon selection.
Must be proficient with modern web programming languages and techniques, including Linux, MySQL, and PHP.. some Golang experience useful
Must be able to work in a team environment.
Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.

Highly Desired Skills:
Have previous staff experience in a VATSIM ATC facility or virtual airline.
Previous VATUSA Webteam/personal web project experience.
Experience managing a small group of people.

Application Instructions:
Submit the following items to the ZAU ATM and DATM (atm@chicagoartcc.org, datm@chicagoartcc.org) with the subject line "Webmaster Application":

Name, active email address, and CID
Resume to include examples of previous work, including, if applicable, a GitHub or similar portfolio.
Short summary of any prior experience with PHP, MySQL and work on other VATUSA related projects.

The application period will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

All applications will be considered. Suitable candidates will be contacted via email for an interview. All applicants will be informed of the final decision.

Thanks Everyone! I'm looking forward to it.