ZLA is looking for an Events Coordinator and Events Team Members!
The event coordinator is key to connecting pilots and controllers. We're looking for someone who is motivated, experienced and willing to take on new challenges.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Primary point of contact with VATUSA for events
- Collaborates with empowers the ZLA Events Team
- Develops an events program promoting ZLA airspace (including developing graphics and promoting events)
- Coordinates controller event participation
- Coordinates events with neighboring facilities
- Coordinates support for events at neighboring facilities
- Coordinates with VATUSA vATCSCC
- Solicits feedback for and debriefs each event with the facility staff
- Stays up to date with VATUSA, VATSIM and virtual airline events
- Serves as liaison to virtual airlines and other pilot organizations
- Maintains an active presence within the facility and on the VATSIM network
- Other duties as required
Events Team Members share the same duties except the EC is the primary point of contact for VATUSA.
Minimum Qualifications
- Be an active member of the VATSIM network in good standing with no significant derogatory marks
- Currently hold a rating of Senior Student (S3) or higher
- Capable of working well in a team-oriented environment
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous or current ARTCC staff or events experience
- Real world aviation experience
This position requires a significant commitment to ZLA and VATSIM. Role and responsibilities may change as needed.
Please include the following in your application:
- Full name, email address and VATSIM CID
- Letter of intent or cover letter (we'd like to know what ideas you have for events and get an idea of what you'd like to do in this role)
- Brief resume outlining VATSIM experience and any relevant real-world experience
- OPTIONAL: Letter of recommendation from a current or previous ARTCC, VATUSA, or similar staff member.
Applications must be submitted to the ZLA Air Traffic Manager at atm@laartcc.org and Deputy Air Traffic Manager at datm@laartcc.org.
Applications must be received by 2359Z on October 14, 2023.
