ZME Seeks Events Coordinator
The Memphis ARTCC (ZME) is now accepting applications for Events Coordinator.
Duties
*Reports to ZME Senior Staff (ATM, DATM, TA) and the VATUSA Traffic Management Unit (TMU) as required
*Creates plans, manages and executes events to generate pilot and controller participation while promoting ZME
*Coordinates with neighboring facilities to arrange support for ZME events and arranges ZME support for events held by neighboring facilities
*Maintains active relationship with virtual airlines, coordinates for VA-hosted events affecting ZME airspace
*Develops and distributes marketing materials to promote events and the ZME ARTCC
*Attends staff meetings as called by the senior staff
*Maintains active online presence on the ZME website, ZME TeamSpeak, VATUSA Forum, VATUSA Discord Server and the VATSIM network
Core Requirements
The successful candidate will:
*be an active member of the network in good standing.
*have an S3 rating or above.
*maintain active membership and home controller proficiency and 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.
*have experience with a graphics editor such as Photoshop or GIMP.
Highly Desired Skills and Abilities
ZME is particularly interested in persons who:
*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 events in 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.
*Members with a high online presence
*Members with previous staff experience
*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@vzmeartcc.org with a copy to datm@vzmeartcc.org at their earliest convenience but not later than March 15, 2022, 2359 UTC:
*Full Name, active e-mail address, and VATSIM CID
*Resume and brief letter of intent
*Your vision and goals for ZME events and ideas on how to increase pilot and controller participation in events sponsored by ZME and neighboring ARTCC events supported by ZME along with potential methods for achieving this.
