POSITION VACANCY: Canada Division Director, VATCAN1

VATSIM: The Virtual Air Traffic Simulation Network; Remote; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A virtual aviation organization is seeking a Division Director for VATCAN. This role demands strong leadership and management of the VATCAN Division, including enhancing training programs and establishing partnerships. Applicants should be familiar with Canadian ATC operations, committed to a strong online presence, and able to communicate effectively. A minimum C1 rating in the VATSIM Network is required along with managerial experience. Applications are accepted until April 30, 2018, and candidates must be prepared to work at least 5 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Minimum C1 rating and in good standing within the VATSIM Network.
• Commitment to maintaining a strong online presence and working 5 hours per week.
• Fluency in French is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, direction, and vision to Division staff.
• Monitor and enhance division programs like training and membership.
• Invite applications and appoint qualified personnel.
• Improve the infrastructure of the Division, including website and social media.
• Review ATC progression and ensure prompt actions on upgrade recommendations.
• Maintain an online presence of ATC and seek growth opportunities.
• Develop partnerships with Virtual Airlines for collaboration.
• Arrange events within the division and with adjacent regions.
• Compile quarterly reports for the Regional Director.

Skills

Familiarity with Canadian ATC operations and regulations

Fluent in English

Clear communication skills

Demonstrated managerial experience

Job description

Applications are now being accepted for the position of Division Director for VATCAN.

The Division Director is an important link between the "front line" of the network and the VATSIM North America Region. The duties listed below are intended for further delegation, in part, but ultimate responsibility lies with the Division Director. A Division Director is expected to be able to commit to at least 2 years to the job, and should take this into consideration before applying.

REPORTS TO

VATSIM Regional Director for North America, VATNA1

RESPONSIBLE FOR

Management of the VATCAN Division, including but not limited to the following duties :

• Providing strong leadership, direction and vision to Division staff.
• Monitoring, reviewing, and enhancing all existing division programs, including training and membership.
• Inviting applications and appointing qualified personnel to fill vacant staff positions.
• Work to improve the infrastructure of the Division, including the website and social media .
• Regularly reviewing ATC progression, and ensuring that upgrade recommendations for qualified candidates are acted on promptly.
• Ensuring that an online presence of ATC is maintained which encourages maximum coverage, looking for growth opportunities.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with Virtual Airlines, developing relationships for continued collaboration.
• Ensuring that events are arranged regularly, both within the division and in cooperation with adjacent divisions and regions.
• Compile quarterly Division reports to the Regional Director for North America.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

The successful applicant will meet the following minimum standards :

• A familiarity with Canadian ATC operations and regulations.
• A familiarity with pilot operations.
• Minimum of C1 rating, and be in good standing within the VATSIM Network.
• Demonstrated past experience in staff rolls, or other managerial experience.
• A commitment to maintain a strong online presence throughout your appointment, in addition to a minimum of 5 hours per week working specifically in the role of Division Director.
• The ability to communicate clearly and professionally through various mediums to people of different experience levels and cultures.
• Fluent in the English language. Fluency in French will be considered an [Mod - Happy Thoughts]et, but is not a requirement.

Applications will be accepted until 2359Z on 30 April 2018. Any applications received after this deadline will not be considered. All applications shall be e‑mailed to n.felini[at]vatsim.net.