Position Posting: Washington ARTCCs Events Coordinator
Date Posted: November 18, 2023
Submission Deadline: November 26, 2023
Purpose:
Washington ARTCC is looking for a motivated individual who possesses a high degree of energy and commitment to serve as the Events Coordinator.
Key Responsibilities:
- Reports to and serves at the pleasure of the DATM.
- Maintains an online presence within the facility and on the VATSIM network.
- Manages a team of highly qualified individuals as part of the Events Team.
- Functions as an ARTCC junior staff member and attends meetings as necessary.
- Identifies and develops events to generate traffic and promote the ARTCCs.
- Develop and distribute marketing materials to promote ARTCC events.
- Implements and oversees approved events.
- Acts as CIC during ARTCC events when able, or designates a replacement on their behalf.
- Coordinates with neighboring ARTCCs to arrange support for local events.
- Coordinates with neighboring ARTCCs to provide vZDC support.
- Maintains relationships with VAs and coordinates support for VA events.
Requirements:
- Must hold at least an TWR Controller (S2) rating (APP S3/C1 rating is preferred).
- Must be an active member of the VATSIM network in good standing.
- Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Must be able to work in a team environment and manage a team.
Preferred Skills:
- Leadership, managerial, or supervisory experience (real world or VATSIM applicable).
- Familiarity with Washington ARTCC policies and procedures.
- Demonstrate the qualities of understanding, patience, restraint, and professionalism.
How to Apply:
Please note that this position requires a significant time commitment. Interested applicants must email their application package with the subject title “ZDC EC Application Package” to datm@vzdc.org with the following:
- Full name, CID, and email address
- Résumé, including any applicable real-world/VATSIM experience
- Letter of intent explaining “Why Washington and why this position is for you”
- Create an event – include in this event the featured fields, marketing strategy, how you would motivate controllers to sign up, banner, which neighboring facilities are needed for support, etc.
- Your goals and vision for Washington ARTCC events.
Applications must be received by 2359z on November 26, 2023. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered and will be discarded.
