VATUSA is seeking a member of the community to join our Training Team as the newest Training Services Manager (VATUSA8 designator).  The Training Services Manager is responsible for administering VATUSA’s various training programs, interfacing with subdivision training teams, and providing user support.

What You Should Expect:
This is an individual contributor role and does not directly lead people.  Additionally, this is NOT a project-focused role; it is an administrative position responsible for overseeing day-to-day training operations across the division.  This position requires a daily commitment to reading and responding to or elevating subdivision queries and individual user support requests in addition to other routine administrative work (weekly commitment varies based on support traffic but is estimated at 3 hours per week or approximately 25 minutes per day). 

What You’ll Be Responsible For:

• Responding to and assigning, as appropriate, user support requests (tickets)
• Responding to and elevating, as appropriate, subdivision training leadership queries
• Administering Rating Competency Exams (RCEs) for eligible members
• Overseeing division Instructors, including executing promotions and removals
• This role directly supervises the VATUSA Probationary Instructor Program
• Completing subdivision training leadership (Training Administrators) onboarding and removal
• Generating quarterly training statistics reports or other reports as requested by division or subdivision leadership
• Other duties as assigned by the Deputy Director Training Services

Candidates Must:

• Hold, or have previously held, a full I1 rating within VATUSA (user has completed the Probationary Instructor program or was a full Instructor before the program was created)
• Exhibit a clear understanding of the responsibilities of the position
• Demonstrate a clear understanding of VATUSA and VATSIM policies and procedures applicable to the programs for which the role is responsible (or a willingness and ability to learn)
• Possess strong oral and written communication skills
• Exemplify professional behavior and a collaborative mindset
• Indicate a willingness to commit to daily activity

Candidates Should:

• Have experience as a VATUSA Training Administrator
• Have program administration experience (VATSIM or otherwise)
• Have some data analysis/visualization experience

This posting will remain open until 02/02/2025 at 23:59z.  Interested candidates who do not meet all preferred qualifications (“candidates should”), are encouraged to apply for this position.  To apply, submit your resume/CV and an expression of interest to the Deputy Director Training Services via email at vatusa3@vatusa.net.

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The New York ARTCC is pleased to provide you with the chance to enjoy a fun and relaxed Sunday afternoon at Teterboro in anticipation of Thanksgiving. We’ll make sure your favorite FBO has turkey to-go! ‘Nuff said!

Event Field: KTEB
Date & Time: November 19th 2023, 5:00pm → 8:00pm Eastern (2200z-0100z)

VATUSA is proud to present its members with a theory enrichment class on Weather.  These classes are presented by experienced members of the division to better our controllers’ knowledge, skills, and technique. 

Date & Time: 07/25/2023, 23:00z
Audience: All VATUSA Members (pilots included!)
Facilitator: VATUSA's Miami ARTCC (ZMA) Staff Team
Instructors:
Location: VATUSA Discord Server

Please contact the VATUSA Training Team at training@vatusa.net with any questions.  We look forward to having you!

Deputy Air Traffic Manager

Duties
The DATM reports to the Air Traffic Manager and assists in the management of the ARTCC. The DATM functions as a senior ARTCC staff member and is responsible for overseeing the daily activities of the ARTCC.
•   Attends periodic meetings, as necessary.
•   Maintains an active online presence within the ZJX ARTCC and on the VATSIM network.
•   Supervises assigned personnel providing guidance, coaching, and training where applicable.
•   Assists in roster management by processing leave requests and verifying controller currency.
•   Helps draft changes to agreements, procedures, and policy.
•   Helps direct staffing assignments and restrictions. 
•   Frequently checks and responds to emails and contacts in a timely manner.
•   Assumes role of representative for the ZJX ARTCC and ATM when assigned, acts accordingly.
•   Assumes the duties of ATM during periods of leave or absence.

Requirements
The successful candidate must:
•   Be a member in good standing
•   Be a member of the ZJX ARTCC, or willing to transfer upon selection
•   Hold a VATSIM Enroute Controller (C1) rating or higher
•   Maintain active status by logging the minimum number of hours in accordance with ARTCC policy
•   Possess excellent written and oral communication skills
•   Be able to work well in a team-oriented environment

Preferred Skills & Abilities
The successful candidate should:
•   Possess and utilize a high degree of energy & commitment appropriate for this position.
•   Understand this position requires a HIGH time commitment.
•   Demonstrate qualities of understanding, patience, and maturity.
Priority is given to candidates who:
•   Possess experience and certification within the ZJX ARTCC
•   Have previous ARTCC (or higher) staff experience.
•   Have instructor or mentor experience on the network.
•   Have real-world managerial or supervisory experience.

Application Instructions
Applications may be submitted to the Jacksonville ARTCC Air Traffic Manager via email: atm@zjxartcc.org

Application must include:
•   Full name, email address, and VATSIM CID
•   Resume and Letter of Intent
•   BONUS:  Letter of Recommendation from current ATM/supervisor

Applications will remain open until a suitable candidate is selected.

What to Expect
Interested candidates should be aware that this is not an entry-level position and not for the inexperienced. The workload is considerable and should not be taken lightly. Only those who understand the requirements and can make the appropriate commitment should consider applying.  All applications will go through an initial evaluation. Candidates who pass the evaluation will be contacted for a comprehensive interview. All candidates will be notified if/when a selection is made.

Questions about this posting are encouraged, and should be directed to the Jacksonville ARTCC Air Traffic Manager via email: atm@zjxartcc.org

Deputy Air Traffic Manager

Duties
The DATM reports to the Air Traffic Manager and assists in management of the ARTCC. The DATM functions as a senior ARTCC staff member and is responsible for overseeing daily activities of the ARTCC.
•   Attends periodic meetings, as necessary.
•   Maintains an active online presence within the ZJX ARTCC and on the VATSIM network.
•   Supervises assigned personnel providing guidance, coaching, and training where applicable.
•   Assists in roster management by processing leave requests and verifying controller currency.
•   Helps draft changes to agreements, procedures, and policy.
•   Helps direct staffing assignments and restrictions. 
•   Frequently checks and responds to emails and contacts in a timely manner.
•   Assumes role of representative for the ZJX ARTCC and ATM when assigned, acts accordingly.
•   Assumes the duties of ATM during periods of leave or absence.

Requirements
The successful candidate must:
•   Be a member in good standing
•   Be a member of the ZJX ARTCC, or willing to transfer upon selection
•   Hold a VATSIM Enroute Controller (C1) rating or higher
•   Maintain active status by logging minimum number of hours in accordance with ARTCC policy
•   Possess excellent written and oral communication skills
•   Be able to work well in a team-oriented environment

Preferred Skills & Abilities
The successful candidate should:
•   Possess and utilize a high degree of energy & commitment appropriate for this position.
•   Understand this position requires a HIGH time commitment.
•   Demonstrate qualities of understanding, patience, and maturity.
Priority is given to candidates who:
•   Possess experience and certification within the ZJX ARTCC
•   Have previous ARTCC (or higher) staff experience.
•   Have instructor or mentor experience on the network.
•   Have real-world managerial or supervisory experience.

Application Instructions
Applications may be submitted to the Jacksonville ARTCC Air Traffic Manager via email: atm@zjxartcc.org

Application must include:
•   Full name, email address and VATSIM CID
•   Resume or Letter of Intent
•   BONUS:  Letter of Recommendation from current ATM/supervisor

Applications must be received no later than closing date: 2359Z December 13, 2020

What to Expect
Interested candidates should be aware that this is not an entry-level position and not for the inexperienced. The workload is considerable and should not be taken lightly. Only those who understand the requirements and can make the appropriate commitment should consider applying.  All applications will go through an initial evaluation. Candidates who pass the evaluation will be contacted for a comprehensive interview. All candidates will be notified if/when a selection is made.

It is my pleasure to announce Elai Kindler as the new Events Coordinator for Jacksonville. Elai joins us from Anchorage, where he previously served as the Events Coordinator. Elai has some great ideas for some new events, and we are looking forward to seeing them in action. Congrats Elai!

We're building a visionary ARTCC at Jacksonville. To help build this ARTCC, we're seeking a qualified, professional, and motivated individual to fill the role of Facilities Engineer. In the next few months, the individual will play a critical role in revolutionizing Jacksonville's facility files, to provide our controllers with the best experience possible.

Key Responsibilities
- Maintaining an online presence within the facility and on the VATSIM network.
- Attending staff meetings.
- Maintaining and updating sector files for all approved ATC client software, updating at least every other AIRAC cycle.
- Maintaining vATIS configuration files.
- Maintaining POF and alias files.
- Coordinating with adjacent ARTCCs as required, specifically relating to frequency issues.
- Ensuring established SOPs and LOAs are fully represented within sector files and other procedures.
- All other responsibilities which help to accomplish the mission, goals, and vision of ZJX.

Key Requirements
- Have knowledge of VRC, vSTARS, vERAM, and vATIS.
- Possess a high degree of energy and commitment appropriate to the requirements of the position.
- Have no significant disciplinary record.
- Have no history of unprofessional behavior.
- Be in good standing on the VATSIM network.
- Be a home controller at the time of appointment.

To apply, please send your cover letter, resume, and goals/ideas you would accomplish if appointed to atm@zjxartcc.org and datm@zjxartcc.org by November 8, 2018 at 0000z. Qualified applicants will be asked to interview with key ARTCC staff.