Help Wanted - ATM, ZHU Houston ARTCC

[Mark Polston 810032]

Glenn Blanco has resigned his position as Air Traffic Manager for the Houston ARTCC. On behalf of VATUSA, I would like to thank Glenn for his contributions to ZHU. We wish him all the best for the future.

 

VATUSA will now be accepting applications for the ZHU ATM position. Interested applicants should be senior controller rated or above, and submit their application including a detailed resume and their future goals for the Houston ARTCC going forward.

 

Applications will be accepted until 16 March 2006 by vatusa9@vatusa(dot)org

 

Air Traffic Manager-

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  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.