Mark Polston 810032 Posted February 26, 2006 at 10:07 PM Posted February 26, 2006 at 10:07 PM Bo Gercke has resigned his position as Air Traffic Manager for the Jacksonville ARTCC. On behalf of VATUSA, I would like to thank Bo for his contributions to ZJX. We wish him all the best for the future. VATUSA will now be accepting applications for the ZJX ATM position. Interested applicants should be controller rated or above, and submit their application including a detailed resume and their future goals for the Jacksonville ARTCC going forward. Applications will be accepted until 6 March 2006 by vatusa9@vatusa(dot)org Air Traffic Manager- Reports to the region's Air Traffic Director and oversees operations and management for an [Mod - Happy Thoughts]igned ARTCC. Functions as VATUSA HQ staff member. Attends periodic meetings to report on ARTCC activities and to stay abreast of VATUSA issues and policies. Establishes an ARTCC web page and oversees its maintenance. Initiates, obtains Air Traffic Director approval for, and maintains ARTCC Standard Operating Procedures. Provides for coordination of position [Mod - Happy Thoughts]ignments and position restrictions when necessary. Provides guidance and help to [Mod - Happy Thoughts]igned controllers or guests. Optionally, establishes a staff of "Mentors" to [Mod - Happy Thoughts]ist new controllers and guests. Works with Region Events Coordinator on events that may affect the ARTCC's operations. Conducts testing and training as defined, and in accordance with, the VATUSA Training SOP. Optionally, conducts additional training and testing on area-specific subjects. Establishes an [Mod - Happy Thoughts]istant ATM position and defines the duties of that position. Submits selection to the region Air Traffic Director for final approval and announcement.Nominates Center Instructor candidates to the ATM Instructor or Training Director for Training Department approval and announcement Recommends disciplinary actions to the region Air Traffic Director. Mark Polston vZTL ARTCC | VATSIM Supervisor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Turner Posted February 27, 2006 at 12:40 AM Posted February 27, 2006 at 12:40 AM ME ME ME!!!! PICK ME!!!! Jeff "JU" Turner US Army Retired http://www.skyblueradio.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ethan Klapper 884347 Posted February 27, 2006 at 12:52 AM Posted February 27, 2006 at 12:52 AM ME ME ME!!!! PICK ME!!!! LMAO! Ethan Klapper VATUSA13 VATUSA Deputy Events Director Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicholas Bartolotta 912967 Posted February 27, 2006 at 01:11 AM Posted February 27, 2006 at 01:11 AM I'm surprised Robert Burkhead wasn't appointed immediatly considering he is [Mod - Happy Thoughts]istant Chief? Nick Bartolotta - ZSE Instructor, pilot at large "Just fly it on down to within a inch of the runway and let it drop in from there." - Capt. Don Lanham, ATA Airlines Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Turner Posted February 27, 2006 at 02:08 AM Posted February 27, 2006 at 02:08 AM I'm surprised Robert Burkhead wasn't appointed immediatly considering he is [Mod - Happy Thoughts]istant Chief? What's an [Mod - Happy Thoughts]istant Chief? Jeff "JU" Turner US Army Retired http://www.skyblueradio.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Turner Posted February 27, 2006 at 02:11 AM Posted February 27, 2006 at 02:11 AM Current VATUSA Policy... This is [Mod - Happy Thoughts]uming that Bo resigned by notifing his Air Traffic Director....... I dont know if he did that yet or if he just posted this to the forum............... Resigning ARTCC ATMs submit resignations directly to their Directors of Air Traffic (Region specific) Upon notification from the retiring ATM, the VATUSA membership will be notified that applications are being accepted to fill the vacant position via the VATUSA webpage and any pertinent forums. In the event the current [Mod - Happy Thoughts]istant ATM is not selected as the replacement, the [Mod - Happy Thoughts]istant ATM should submit a resignation to the incoming ATM when selection is complete. The incoming ATM may elect to either accept the resignation and choose a new [Mod - Happy Thoughts]istant ATM, or refuse the resignation and ask the current [Mod - Happy Thoughts]istant ATM to remain in the position. Members from within the affected ARTCC will be given first consideration for appointment. Only after all attempts have failed to find a qualified replacement from within the ARTCC should applications be considered from other candidates. To be considered, applicants should have attained a rating of Senior Controller or higher. The retiring ATM will be consulted as to the best-qualified individuals within the ARTCC that should be considered. Optionally, a retiring ATM may also be asked to comment on any or all applications received. Upon selection of a new ARTCC ATM, the Director of ARTCC Operations will notify the parties involved and also post an announcement of the appointment on the appropriate VATSIM newsgroup. In the event an ARTCC ATM vacates the position in an unacceptable manner, or is removed for cause, the outgoing ATM forfeits any and all privileges to either make recommendations or offer consultation regarding a successor. Jeff "JU" Turner US Army Retired http://www.skyblueradio.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicholas Bartolotta 912967 Posted February 27, 2006 at 02:33 AM Posted February 27, 2006 at 02:33 AM I'm surprised Robert Burkhead wasn't appointed immediatly considering he is [Mod - Happy Thoughts]istant Chief? What's an [Mod - Happy Thoughts]istant Chief? Bah, "Deputy ATM" I'm a rebel Thanks for clearing that up Jeff, I wasn't aware that was the policy. Nick Bartolotta - ZSE Instructor, pilot at large "Just fly it on down to within a inch of the runway and let it drop in from there." - Capt. Don Lanham, ATA Airlines Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeffery Williams 849847 Posted February 27, 2006 at 02:58 AM Posted February 27, 2006 at 02:58 AM An ATM appoints his staff similar to how the President appoints his Cabinet... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ethan Klapper 884347 Posted February 27, 2006 at 03:03 AM Posted February 27, 2006 at 03:03 AM An ATM appoints his staff similar to how the President appoints his Cabinet... Without the Senate Confirmation Ethan Klapper VATUSA13 VATUSA Deputy Events Director Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeffery Williams 849847 Posted February 27, 2006 at 04:10 AM Posted February 27, 2006 at 04:10 AM Without the Senate Confirmation Well, yeah. I still asked for the opinions of the VATUSA staff regarding my staff member selections before I gave them the positions. I suppose that it wasn't necessary, but I felt that it was appropriate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert Burkhead 810310 Posted February 27, 2006 at 01:31 PM Posted February 27, 2006 at 01:31 PM I'm surprised Robert Burkhead wasn't appointed immediatly considering he is [Mod - Happy Thoughts]istant Chief? I'm more than happy to compete for the job, Nicholas. It would be a bad, bad thing if ARTCC leadership became an inherited position. Robert Burkhead Jacksonville ARTCC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Binner Posted March 1, 2006 at 06:39 PM Posted March 1, 2006 at 06:39 PM do we REALLY wanna go down this road again?? As in, when I stepped down previously, and a certain ZJX controller was NOT notified, by anyone? ANyway, I said enough already and previously. I for one strongly feel Rob should get it. Period. Atleast the [Mod - Happy Thoughts]istant TM knows this time. John Binner, System Specs: MB: ASUS M5A99FX CPU: AMD FD8350FRHKBOX FX-8350 125W AM3+ Eight-Core 4.0GHz Video: Nvdia 970 Memory: 16GB DDR3 Win10 Pro 64-Bit P3D v4, PMDG, ActiveSky, GEX, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Polston 810032 Posted March 1, 2006 at 08:14 PM Author Posted March 1, 2006 at 08:14 PM Not wanting the thread to get side tracked here, but I appreciate the feedback. Rest [Mod - Happy Thoughts]ured, the individual selected for the position will be based on a decision thats in the best interest of the ARTCC and it's controllers. If anyone has any questions, please let me know via email. Thanks. Mark Polston vZTL ARTCC | VATSIM Supervisor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ethan Stein 890841 Posted March 1, 2006 at 08:26 PM Posted March 1, 2006 at 08:26 PM I would also hate to see the ATM position become an inherited position. Although being a long-time member is certainly a large [Mod - Happy Thoughts]et, I believe there is certainly a lot of great talent out there and it couldn't hurt to mix things up a little. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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