Position Posting: Honolulu Control Facility Events Coordinator

Joseph Kerr

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The Honolulu Control Facility 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 a 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 HCF 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 HCF 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 HCF within the last year.
 - Exceptional written and verbal communication skills as this is a client-facing position.
 - Ability to network with neighboring facilities.

Desired Qualifications:

 - C1 Rating preferred
 - Knowledge of the HCF airspace and typical traffic loads in various event situations
 - Experience/talent in graphic design, typography, etc.
 - Experience with event planning of any type
 - Knowledge of Oceanic Procedures

Application Instructions:

Applications MUST include:


- Full Name, E-Mail, and VATSIM CID
- Resume (Real World or VATSIM)
- Event proposal for a HCF 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 HCF Staff, at seniorstaff [at] vhcf.net. Application deadline is Sunday, June 18, 2023 at 2359z.

Qualified candidates will be contacted for an in-depth interview.