The Honolulu Control Facility is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Events Coordinator. Those seeking to apply see applicable responsibilities and requirements below.

Job Description:

The Events Coordinator is responsible for the planning, scheduling, and execution of events at the ARTCC. The Events Coordinator position requires a considerable amount of work to include up to 5 hours per week executing assigned duties.

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

- Reports to the DATM.
- Lead the events team to provide support for HCF 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 HCF hosted events and neighboring events.
- Coordinates with VATUSA Command Center for event planning, traffic expectations, event execution, and debrief.
- Develops and distributes marketing materials to promote events and the ARTCC.

Minimum Requirements:

 - Must hold S2+ Rating. MUST obtain at least S3 rating within 60 days of appointment.
 - Must have no disciplinary record with VATSIM, VATUSA, or HCF within the last year.
 - Exceptional written and verbal communication skills as this is a client-facing position.
 - Ability to network with neighboring facilities.

Desired Qualifications:

 - C1 Rating preferred
 - Knowledge of the HCF airspace and typical traffic loads in various event situations
 - Experience/talent in graphic design, typography, etc.
 - Experience with event planning of any type
 - Knowledge of Oceanic Procedures

Application Instructions:

Applications MUST include:

- Full Name, E-Mail, and VATSIM CID
- Resume (Real World or VATSIM)
- Event proposal for a HCF SUNDAY event. The event proposal must include the following minimum items: Event banner, Focus field(s), Proposed positions, possible dates, proposed Traffic Management Initiatives and any other pertinent information.

Applications MAY include:

- Letters of recommendation
- Cover letter


Applications must be submitted to HCF Staff, at seniorstaff [at] vhcf.net. Application deadline is Sunday, June 18, 2023 at 2359z.

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

Congratulations Mike, welcome back!

Position Posting: Anchorage ARTCC Training Administrator
Date Posted: January 5, 2023
Submission Deadline: Open Until Filled
Purpose:
Anchorage is looking for a motivated individual that possess a high degree of energy and commitment to serve as the Training Administrator.

Key Responsibilities:
- Reports to the Air Traffic Manager and VATUSA3.
- Oversees a comprehensive ARTCC Training Department and academy.
- Develops and maintains a training policy, sweatbox files, and training materials.
- Manages a team of Instructors and Mentors

Requirements:
- Supports the Anchorage ARTCC’s mission of “Creating professional controller’s, maintaining a high degree of integrity” while creating and maintaining open and accepting community.
- Lead and effectively manage a team of mentors and instructors, including facilitating a structure for applications and onboarding new training staff members.
- Prior I1 experience.
- Serves as a leader to coach and motivate controllers while upholding a culture that builds exceptional internal and external pilot experiences.
- Oversees the quality of the training program.
- Perform multiple functions, including project management, instructional design, and instructional writing.
- Assess learning needs accurately and propose creative and effective learning solutions.
- Initiate and manage throughout the lifecycle of project, including: initiating projects, creating project plans, executing all milestones and tasks, monitoring risk, and evaluating success.
- Leverage a diverse set of skills and delivery approaches, including: instructor led, blended, experiential, media based, performance support, and other emerging technologies.
- Organization design for Anchorage Training, inclusive of consulting to understand needs, building project roadmaps, and guiding/managing the org design process in partnership with ARTCC Partners to support ZAN goals.
- Supports and participates in initiatives that give back to the VATSIM community.
- Supports the recruitment, retention and development of a diverse range of talented people to fill the roles of Instructors and Mentors.
- Holds self and others accountable to high performance standards while providing pilots with memorable experiences
- Ability to listen to feedback and take constructive action.
- Maintains, updates and manages training program, lessons, sweatbox scenarios, exam rubrics
- Attends periodic meetings to report on ARTCC activities.
- Ensures that Anchorage is following all VATSIM and VATUSA training directives.
- Be able to meet all activity requirements as outlined in the ZAN General Policy and all sections thereof (as appropriate).

Preferred Skills:

- Teaching/Education experience (on or off VATSIM).
- Leadership, managerial, or supervisory experience (real world or VATSIM applicable).
- Familiarity with the Anchorage policies and procedures.
- Demonstrates the qualities of understanding, patience, restraint, and professionalism.

How to Apply:
Please note that this position requires a significant time commitment. Interested applicants shall email their application package with the subject title “ZAN TA Application Package” to atm@vzanartcc.net with the following:

-Full name, CID, and email address
-Resume, including any applicable real world/virtual experience
-Letter of intent explaining “Why Anchorage and why this position is for you”
- One page lesson plan for a (Pick one – S1, S2, S3, C1) student.
- Your goals for your first six months as Training Administrator.

Applications must be received no later than February 15, 2023 at 23:59 EST. Incomplete applications or applications submitted past the deadline will not be considered.

Anchorage ARTCC (ZAN) is currently seeking applicants for the position of Deputy Air Traffic Manager.

Duties:

The Deputy Air Traffic Manager is second in command of the oversight and administration of the ARTCC. The DATM’s duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

•   Reports to the ATM
•   Front-Line Manager to the Facilities, Events, and Technical (Web) departments
•   Monitors the day-to-day activities of the ARTCC.
•   Assists in the development and execution of ARTCC projects.
•   Maintains an online presence on the VATSIM server.
•   Functions as ARTCC senior staff member. Attends periodic meetings to report on ARTCC activities.
•   Assists in coordination of position assignments and position restrictions when necessary.
•   Assumes the duties of the ATM when he is unavailable.
•   Any other duty assigned by the ATM

Minimum Requirements:

Must have verified consecutive dedication as a home controller for a single ARTCC
Be an active member of the network in good standing
Currently holds a C1 rating or above
Be able to work well in a team-oriented environment
Have excellent written and oral communication skills
Possess maturity, good judgment, and leadership skills
Have no disciplinary issues within the last two years

Highly Desired Skills:

Possess a high degree of commitment, motivation, and attention to detail.
Have previous leadership experience in a VATSIM ATC facility
Have a good working knowledge of the ZAN and neighbor facility airspace and organizational structure

Application must include:

Name, active email address, and CID
Resume (including any applicable real world management experience)
Short summary of your plans and vision for the facility for 2023 as well as a brief 5-year plan.

What to Expect:

This position demands a considerable amount of time (on and off the network) every week. Only those candidates who understand the requirements and can 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.  All qualified candidates will be reviewed and considered.

How To Apply:

Submit the required information above to the ZAN ATM at atm@vzanartcc.net.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Application deadline is Friday December 16, 2022 at 2359Z. However this position may close upon selection of a suitable candidate.

Please join me in welcoming back to ZAN Daniel Hawton who is serving as our new webmaster. Daniel has extensive knowledge in computers and I know he will do great things. In addition, please also welcome Joshua Cramer who is the new FE for HCF, Josh has been an active controller and has background with coding. Both Josh and Daniel will be fulfilling their roles in both facilities.  Our future is looking bright and I am excited to see where it takes us.

Job Title: Facility Engineer
Location: Anchorage ARTCC and all ATC facilities within its area of control.
Date Posted: 09/24/2022
Submission Deadline: Until Filled, Interviews are planned for the week of October 2nd.

Anchorage is looking for a motivated individual that possess a high degree of energy and commitment to serve as the Facility Engineer.

Job Requirements:

Maintains and updates sector files for all approved ATC client software, updating at least every AIRAC cycle.
Maintains vATIS configuration files.
Maintains POF and alias files.
Coordinates with adjacent ARTCCs as required, specifically relating to frequency issues.
Ensures established LOAs are fully represented within sector files and other procedures.
Performs other facility related work as directed by the Senior Staff at ZAN.
Serves as a Leader to coach and motivate controllers while upholding a culture that builds exceptional internal and external pilot experiences.
Supports and participates in initiatives that give back to the VATSIM community.
Supports the recruitment, retention and development of a diverse range of talented people.
Holds self and others accountable to high performance standards while providing pilots with memorable experiences.
Ability to listen to feedback and take constructive action.
Maintains an online presence on the VATSIM server.
Attends periodic meetings to report on ARTCC activities.

Application Requirements:

Must abide by the minimum required hours as dictated in the ZAN SOP; 1 controlling hour a month and 2-4 hours fulfilling FE duties every week.
Applicants must have a thorough working knowledge of VRC and vATIS, at least a good knowledge of Euroscope and be familiar with vSTARS and vERAM.
Must be an active member of the network in good standing.
Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.
Must be able to work in a team environment.
Must be available for regular correspondence (via the primary means of e-mail), as well as routinely checking VATUSA forums and other outlets for official notices.

Preferred Skills:
Provides evidence of commitment and self-motivation.
Previous experience either as a FE or in assisting an existing FE.
Ability to create Tower Trainer/ACSIM files for training purposes.
Ability to create Euroscope files for training purposes.
Candidates can expect an initial evaluation of their application after which they may be contacted for a comprehensive interview.

Applications should include:
Cover letter answering the question, “Why Anchorage?”
Full Name, active e-mail, and VATSIM CID.
Résumé
Availability for an interview.


Please send applications to the Anchorage staff: srstaff@pacificcontrol.net

PCF is seeking a highly motivated person for the position of Webmaster.

Duties:
-Implements a new back-end and front-end structure for the PCF Website;
-Manages PCF Web Services, and E-mail;
-Selection of assistants or helpers as needed;
-Other duties as assigned or requested by the ATM, DATM, TA or VATUSA Staff;
-Reports to the PCF DATM.

Requirements:
-An active member of PCF or willing to transfer to PCF if selected;
-Capable of working in a team environment;
-Proficiency in production environment and testing in: PHP, CSS, MySQL (and related interfaces in PHP), *NIX (preferably Ubuntu), AJAX, JSON, Python and HTML5.

Application: Applicants seeking an interview shall send a resume via email to 'srstaff@pacificcontrol.net'

This position will be open until filled.