Another great post DK, I always love reading what you have to write up. It's the stuff I know, but sometimes forget about when controlling. Thanks!

Chicago is looking for a motivated individual that possess a high degree of energy and commitment to serve as the Webmaster.

Job Requirements:

-   Serves as a Leader to coach and motivate controllers while upholding a culture that builds exceptional internal and external pilot experiences.
-   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 operation and maintenance of the ARTCC web and data systems
-   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 and Chicago TeamSpeak.
-   Attends periodic meetings to report on ARTCC activities.

Application Requirements:

-   Must abide by the minimum required hours as dictated in the Chicago Controller Handbook: 2 hours.
-   Must be proficient with modern web programming languages and techniques, including PHP Object Oriented Programming, HTML, PHP/MySQL, CSS
-   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

-   Demonstrated custom web programming with PHP/MySQL in a production environment, Commercial/Enterprise class experience
-   AJAX/Javascript
-   RSS/XML and DOM
-   Familiarity with APIs for other applications (Google, Twitter, Facebook, etc.)
-   Familiarity with Laravel

Candidates can expect an initial evaluation of their application after which they may be contacted for a comprehensive interview.

Applications should include:
Cover letter including links to past work, if applicable
Full Name, active e-mail, and VATSIM CID.
Resume
Availability for an interview.

Applications must be received no later than 23:59z, 31 April 2018.
Please send applications to: datm [at] zauartcc.org

Also just thought of another topic, what do you do for OTHER  facilities' FNOs? When the ARTCC adjacent, a even the 2nd or 3rd tier, how do you help a controller 500, 700, or 1500 miles away?

Today I attempted to get our cab controllers to give an alternate routing, however they didn't follow it. Ideally, it would have alternating routes on departure, but we made it work. Usually it's speeds and turns/holds, or if you have friendly neighbors, who can help take some of the stuff if you can't get screwed.

Chicago ARTCC is seeking a qualified Events Coordinator to help promote the facility as well as plan and execute quality events by bringing in unique and creative ideas while building on those that already exist within the facility. Applicants must hold an S3 rating which indicates radar experience. Experience in events coordination or marketing is encouraged and preferred but not required. The position will remain open until the best candidate is selected, so apply today!

Position Requirements and Responsibilities:
- Reports to the DATM
- Must hold S3 rating or above
- Creates, plans, and executes events to generate pilot and controller participation while promoting ZAU
- Coordinates with neighboring facilities to arrange support for events and arranges ZAU support for
events held by neighboring facilities
- Maintain active relationship with virtual airlines, coordinate for VA-hosted events affecting the ZAU
airspace
- Develop and distribute marketing materials to promote events and the ARTCC
- Marketing advisor to the senior staff
- Attends staff meetings as called by the senior staff
- Maintain active online presence on the website, forum, TeamSpeak, and the Network
- Must complete a minimum of 5 hours of controlling time per month


All interested applicants must submit the following to the DATM (datm@zauartcc.org):
- Letter of Interest,
- List of previous experience, if any,
- Ideas you can bring to ZAU,
- Candidates from outside ZAU must submit a letter of recommendation from their ATM, DATM, or TA.

Please note that considerations will be given to:
- Chicago home controllers
- Members with previous staff experience
- Members with previous training staff experience

Any questions can be directed to the DATM through the email listed above.

Grab your winter parkas and long johns for a cold night in Chicago! We'll be huddled up in the Cab and Radar rooms on Friday, February 16th from 2359-0400z (6-10pm CT), providing full service to KORD and KMDW, as well as the other C90 airports. The coffee and hot chocolate will be waiting for you in the jetway; so fly in, or de-ice and fly out, just don't forget to bundle up!


Pilot brief: https://drive.google.com/open?id=16PgGApkwvAXkr22Qj1sg_xt5qtUUumVk

Scenery: KORD continues to undergo major changes as an additional runway is being built. We recommend using updated AFCADs or FSDT. Please note your scenery configuration in your remarks.

Are these meetings recorded anywhere? They (in addition to VATUSA), always fall during my evening work schedule 

Quote from: Ryan Savara on October 20, 2017, 11:05:11 AM

(If you have FSDT, either disable it, or do not use the updated scenery, as they conflict.)

Is there a contingency plan for people who ARE using FSDT? You know it's going to happen.

Nope! You're free to use whatever scenery configuration you'd like. Just be aware of the differences

Jagard, might want to check your conversions. Daylight savings ends Nov. 5