ATM position is open at Memphis.

[Richard Ruminski]

 

Applications are now being accepted to fill the vacant Air Traffic Manager

(ATM) position at the Memphis ARTCC. In addition to the core requirements,

the successful candidate should possess additional skills considered

essential to the ongoing growth and administration of the facility.

 

 

The Air Traffic Manager:

* Reports to the region's Air Traffic Director and oversees operations and management for an [Mod - Happy Thoughts]igned ARTCC.

* Maintains an online presence on the VATSIM network.

* Functions as VATUSA staff member and attends periodic meetings to report on ARTCC activities and to stay abreast of VATUSA issues and policies.

* Establishes an ARTCC website and oversees its maintenance.

* Initiates and obtains Air Traffic Director approval for ARTCC Standard Operating Procedures, Letters of Agreement and other appropriate

docomeentation.

* 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

* Works with Regional and Division-level Events Coordinators on events that may affect the ARTCC's operations.

* Establishes testing and training as defined, and in accordance with, the VATUSA Training policies.

* Establishes a Deputy ATM position and defines the duties of that position; submits selection to the region Air Traffic Director for final

approval and announcement.

* Nominates Instructor candidates to the Training Services Administrator for approval and announcement

* Recommends disciplinary actions to the region Air Traffic Director.

 

Core Requirements

 

The successful candidate:

* Must have at least a Controller rating.

* Must be an active member of the network in good standing.

* Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.

* Must be able to work in a team environment.

* Must have no significant disciplinary history or record of unprofessional behavior.

 

Highly Desired Skills and Abilities

 

* High degree of energy and commitment appropriate to the requirements of the position.

* Understanding, patience, maturity and when necessary, restraint.

* Verifiable level of experience sufficient to ensure the ability to manage a complex aviation environment.

* Understand and commit to a high level of participation with the knowledge that the position requires considerable devotion and commitment

of time.

* Instructor or Mentor experience on the network is desired.

 

Applications should include:

 

* Full Name, active e-mail, and VATSIM CID

* Resume

 

All applications shall be completed and sent to helpwanted (at) vatusa (dot) net no later than July 31, at 0000z