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Scott Crafton
September 14th, 2006, 07:52 PM
Mark Dalforno, current ATM in ZOA has tendered his resignation.


I am now taking applications for the Oakland ATM position through Sep 15, 2006. The job description is:

* Reports to the region's Air Traffic Director and oversees operations and management for an assigned ARTCC.
* Maintains an on line presence on the VATSIM server.
* 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 assignments and position restrictions when necessary.
* Provides guidance and help to assigned controllers or guests. Optionally, establishes a staff of "Mentors" to assist 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 Assistant 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.


The applicant requirements are:
* Must be a Senior Controller rated or above.
* 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
* Instructor or Mentor experience on the network is a plus!
* Previous managerial or administration experience on the network or real world is a plus!

Applications should include:
* Full Name and VATSIM CID
* Plans for the ZOA ARTCC

If you are interested in this position, please send your application to me at helpwanted@vatusa.org


Scott Crafton
Air Traffic Director
VATUSA Western Region

scrafton
September 16th, 2006, 11:10 PM
Please congratulate Tom Flanary on his appointment as Air Traffic Manager for the Oakland ARTCC!!!

We all expect great things from Tom, and I'm very confident that he can lead ZOA to the next level!!!

Great job Tom, and Congrats!!!!


Scott Crafton
Air Traffic Director
VATUSA Western Region

Tom Flanary
September 17th, 2006, 01:09 AM
The Usernames confuse me, But thank you. I'll split this and make another thread.