The Washington ARTCC 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 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 ZDC 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 ZDC 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 ZDC ARTCC within the last year.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills as this is a client-facing position.
Desired Qualifications:
- C1 Rating preferred
- Knowledge of the ZDC airspace and typical traffic loads in various event situations
- Experience/talent in graphic design, typography, etc.
- Experience with event planning of any type
Application Instructions:
Applications MUST include:
- Full Name, E-Mail, and VATSIM CID
- Resume (Real World or VATSIM)
- Event proposal for a ZDC 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 ZDC Staff, at srstaff [at] vzdc.org. Application deadline is Sunday, October 23, 2022 at 2359z.
Qualified candidates will be contacted for an in-depth interview.
