Honolulu Control Facility (HCF) is seeking a qualified, professional, and motivated individual to fulfill the role of Training Administrator (TA).
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
The HCF TA:
* Oversees, develops and Manages the HCF training program;
* Develops HCF training policies;
* Reports to the HCF Air Traffic Manager (ATM), HCF Deputy Air Traffic Manager (DATM), and VATUSA Training Director (VATUSA3);
* Hires facility instructors and mentors in consultation with the HCF ATM and DATM;
* Develops scenario files using Aircraft Situation Editor for usage in Tower Trainer (works with Facility Engineer as needed);
* Administers Over-the-Shoulder (OTS) Examinations on Sweatbox or the live VATSIM network;
* Trains and evaluates members of varying skill levels and controller rating;
* Other duties as assigned by the HCF ATM or DATM, or VATUSA3.
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Hold at least a C1 rating;
* Have held a rating of I1;
* Previous training experience;
* No disciplinary or unprofessional conduct in the last twelve months (may be waived at the discretion of the ATM);
* Capable of working well in a team-oriented environment;
* Strong knowledge of the United States Airspace, Air Traffic Control systems, and FAA 7110.65W;
* Excellent written and oral communication skills;
* Ability to professionally develop procedural and policy documents for HCF.
* Must be capable of working for HCF and VATUSA simultaneously.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
* Instructor/Mentor experience for 30+ days;
* Previous or current ARTCC Senior Staff experience;
* Supervisory, trainer, or management experience in virtual or real world;
* Knowledge of Aircraft Situation Editor and SweatBox;
* Immensely enjoys teaching and helping others develop relevant skills through their virtual ATC career;
* Membership as a home controller or visiting controller in vHCF (Does not need to hold full certification at vHCF as training will be provided if accepted).
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Please submit to the HCF ATM (HCF-ATM@vatusa.net) and HCF DATM (HCF-DATM@vatusa.net):
(1) An introductory cover letter addressing how you meet each of the qualifications followed by (2) a paragraph about your vision for the training program. and (3) a resume detailing any experience relevant to the application.
Feel free to elaborate but remember, saying more with fewer words is always preferred. Applications with the correct use of grammar and are easy to read are not only appreciated but give you preference during the selection process.
This position is vital to HCF and must be filled very soon. Upon receipt of a applications, the applicants shall receive confirmation via email. After initial review, qualified applicants will be contacted for a comprehensive interview. Questions about the position may be directed to Toby Rice, HCF Deputy Air Traffic Manager HCF-DATM@vatusa.net.
This posting will remain valid until the position is filled.
