Position Posting: Virtual Jacksonville ARTCC Training Administrator
Date Posted: March 15th, 2025
Submission Deadline: March 29th, 2025
Purpose:
The Virtual Jacksonville ARTCC is looking for a motivated individual who possesses a high degree of energy and commitment to serve as the Virtual Jacksonville ARTCC Training Administrator. We are looking for an individual who is willing to commit to this position long-term.
Key Responsibilities:
- Create and maintain the Virtual Jacksonville ARTCC training policy.
- Create, develop, and maintain the Virtual Jacksonville ARTCC training program.
- Communicate regularly with the VATUSA training department.
- Maintain a staff of mentors and instructors.
- Nominate I1 candidates to the VATUSA training department per training policy.
- Provide guidance and assistance to Home Controllers and Visitors.
- Maintain an online presence on the VATSIM Network and within The Virtual Jacksonville ARTCC.
- Manage and oversee The Virtual Jacksonville ARTCC Training Department.
- Ensure high-quality training in accordance with VATUSA and VATSIM standards.
- Create and maintain an enjoyable and comfortable learning environment to ensure student success.
- Meet training objectives and satisfy division requirements.
- Escalate to Training Services Manager and Deputy Director - Training Services as Necessary.
- Collaborate with other Training Administrators to establish and meet division training goals and standards.
- Attends all ARTCC Staff meetings.
- Serves as acting Air Traffic Manager in the absence of the Air Traffic
- Manager and the Deputy Air Traffic Manager.
Requirements:
- I1 rating or above.
- No significant disciplinary record and no history of unprofessional behavior.
- Be a home controller at the time of appointment.
- Be in good standing on the VATSIM network.
Preferred Skills:
- Leadership, managerial, or supervisory experience (real world or VATSIM applicable).
- Familiarity with Jacksonville policies and procedures.
- Demonstrate the qualities of understanding, patience, restraint, and professionalism.
- Have previous experience working with a training team
How to Apply:
Please note that this position requires a significant time commitment. Interested applicants must email their application package with the subject title “vZJX TA Application Package” to carson.berget@vatusa.net with the following:
- Full name, CID, and email address
- Résumé, including any applicable real-world/VATSIM experience
- Letter of intent explaining “Why Jacksonville and why this position is for you”
- Create a brief Training Program – Including Airports you would use for training, controller road map, and whatever else you think would elevate the training program at vZJX
- Your goals and vision for Virtual Jacksonville ARTCC Training Department
Applications must be received by 2359z on March 29th, 2025. Applications received after the deadline may not be considered and may be discarded. Additionally, this deadline is subject to change without notice.
