Position: Deputy Air Traffic Manager
Location: Fort Worth ARTCC (ZFW)
Time Commitment: 4 to 8 hours per week+, and required monthly controller hours to maintain ARTCC membership.
Supervisor: Fort Worth ARTCC ATM
Application Deadline: Closes February 16th, 2018 at 23:59z
ZFW is currently seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Deputy Air Traffic Manager at the Fort Worth ARTCC. This position is not an entry-level position and will require significant time commitments to effectively perform the duties of Deputy Air Traffic Manager.
Duties of the DATM:
- Serves as the assistant to the ATM
- Serves as the Air Traffic Manager in the absence of the ATM
- Serves at the request of the ATM and may be removed from the position at any time provided there is ample justification for removal
- Oversees the day to day operations of the ARTCC
- Manages the VATUSA and ARTCC rosters
- Welcomes new members to the ARTCC
- Other duties as assigned by the Air Traffic Manager and/or VATUSA Staff
Minimum Requirements:
- Must hold at least a Controller 1 (C1) rating or higher
- Member of the vZFW ARTCC, either as a visitor or home controller, for at least 6 months (requirement may be waived at the discretion of the ATM)
- Must control at least the minimum number of hours required by the ARTCC Standard Operating Procedures
- Must be an active member of the network, in good standing
- Must not have received any disciplinary action in the last 6 months.
- Must have excellent written and oral communication skills
- Must be able to work in a team environment
Highly Desired Skills:
- Demonstrates qualities of understanding, patience, and maturity.
- Understands the position requires CONSIDERABLE commitment of time.
- Prior ARTCC Staff experience.
- Prior or current Instructor or Mentor experience.
- Experience effectively managing others through effective leadership practices.
- Real world management experience.
Only those candidates 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.
Applications should include:
- Name, active email address, and CID
- Resume (including any applicable real-world management experience).
- Letter of Intent / Cover-letter.
To Apply:
Submit the required information above to atm@zfwartcc.net no later than February 16th, 2018 23:59Z. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
