VATUSA Position Vacancy Announcement
Position: Air Traffic Manager
Location: Chicago ARTCC (ZAU)
Time Commitment: 4 to 8 hours per week+, and required monthly controller hours to maintain facility membership
Supervisor: Northeast Region Air Traffic Director (ATD)
Application Deadline: Closes June 6th, 2020 23:59z
VATUSA is currently seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Air Traffic Manager at the Chicago ARTCC. This position is not an entry-level position and will require significant time commitments to effectively perform the duties of Air Traffic Manager.
Duties of the ATM:
- Reports to the Northeast Region Air Traffic Director and directs the operations and management of the assigned facility
- Must maintain an online presence on the VATSIM network
- Maintains facility website and TeamSpeak and/or Discord
- Drafts facility SOPs, LOAs and other appropriate documents; seeks ATD approval for the same
- Ensures facility SOPs, LOAs and other appropriate documents are readily available for viewing/download
- Functions as VATUSA staff member and attends meetings as necessary to discuss and stay current with region and division issues, policies, and initiatives
- Manages and defines the duties of facility staff; submits selection of Deputy ATM and Webmaster to the ATD for final approval; submits selection of Training Administrator to the ATD and Training Director for final approval
- Provides guidance and help to assigned controllers; may establish a staff of "Mentors" to assist with training
- Works with or delegates a liaison to work with region/division-level Event Coordinators on events as necessary
- Addresses disciplinary situations with the ATD when appropriate
Minimum Requirements:
- Possess a high degree of energy and commitment appropriate to the requirements of the position
- Must have at least a Controller (C1) rating
- Must be an active member of the network in good standing
- Must be able to work in a team environment and function as a team member
- Have no significant disciplinary record, no history of unprofessional behavior
Highly Desired Skills:
- Demonstrates qualities of understanding, patience, and maturity.
- Understands the role of the facility and facility staff within the Northeast Region, VATUSA, and VATNA
- Understands the position requires CONSIDERABLE commitment of time
- Prior facility Senior Staff experience
- Prior or current Instructor or Mentor experience
- Experience effectively managing others through good leadership practices
- Real world management experience
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.
Applications should include:
- Name, active email address, and VATSIM ID
- Resume (including any applicable real-world management experience).
- Letter of Intent / Cover-letter.
To Apply:
Submit the required information above to vatusa9@vatusa.net no later than June 6th, 2020 23:59z. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
