The Memphis ARTCC (ZME) is now accepting applications for Deputy Air Traffic Manager
Duties
* Report directly to the Air Traffic Manager (ATM)
* Proactively manage the ARTCC Roster.
* Assist the ATM with general operations and management.
* Monitor the day-to-day activities of the ARTCC.
* Maintain an active online presence on the VATSIM network and the ZME TeamSpeak.
* Coordinate on events that may affect ZME's operations.
* Perform other duties as assigned by the ATM
* Stay abreast of topical issues related to VATSIM and VATUSA activities and policies
Core Requirements
The successful candidate will:
* be an active member of the network in good standing.
* have a Controller (C1) rating or above.
* maintain active membership and home controller currency.
* have excellent written and oral communication skills.
* be able to work in a team environment.
* have no disciplinary history or record of unprofessional behavior.
Highly Desired Skills and Abilities
ZME is particularly interested in persons who:
* are loyal to ZME and its mission and are self-motivated and proactive.
* will be an active controller both during events and normal daily operations.
* are able to demonstrate the qualities of understanding, honesty, patience, maturity and restraint.
* can bring a verifiable level of experience sufficient to ensure the ability to manage a complex aviation environment.
* understand and commit to a high level of participation with the knowledge that the position requires considerable devotion and commitment of time.
* have real world instructional experience.
* have experience as a duly authorized VATUSA instructor or mentor on the VATSIM network.
* have real world and or vatsim-related managerial or administration experience.
Please note that special considerations will be given to:
*Current, loyal, long-standing ZME home controllers
*Members with a high online presence
*Members with previous staff experience
*Members currently with an instructor rating or mentor status
*Mature individuals
Only those 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.
Serious Inquiries only - failure to send proper resume could potentially disqualify applicant
Applicants are invited to submit the following to atm@vzme.org at their earliest convenience but not later than May 14, 2017, 2359 UTC:
* Full Name, active e-mail address, and VATSIM CID
* Resume and brief letter of intent
* Your vision and goals for the ZME ARTCC and ideas on how to increase pilot activity and controller membership along with potential methods for achieving this.
* A letter of recommendation from your ATM or DATM if you are not currently a home controller at ZME.
