Position Posting: Atlanta ARTCC Events Coordinator

Date Posted: February 12, 2026 <br> Submission Deadline: February 19, 2026

Purpose: The Atlanta ARTCC is seeking a motivated individual to transform the events department. The suitable candidate possesses high energy, the drive to move work forward, a commitment to sustaining a positive community culture, and a continuous-improvement mindset.

Key Responsibilities:

• Reports to the DATM; ATM and VATUSA5 as necessary.
• Maintain an active online presence on the website, TeamSpeak, forums, email, and network.
• Attends staff meetings as called by the ATM.
• Plans, schedules, and executes at least one ZTL-sponsored event each quarter.
• Promotes ZTL events via all communication methods available to ensure active participation.
• Develops and distributes marketing material (graphics, news posts, forum posts, etc) to promote events and the ARTCC.
• Coordinates with divisional and neighboring ARTCCs for event support and planning.
• Acts as the primary liaison between virtual aviation organizations and the ARTCC.
• Supervises events by having an online presence, or by assigning an appropriate Controller in Charge (CIC) for events.
• Ensure events are appropriately staffed.
• Any other duty assigned.

Requirements:

• Must have at least a Senior Student (S3) rating
• Must be an active member of the network in good standing
• Be a member of ZTL, or willing to transfer upon selection
• Must be able to work in a team environment
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills

Preferred Skills:

• Leadership, managerial, or supervisory experience (real-world or VATSIM applicable).
• Familiarity with Atlanta ARTCC policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate the qualities of understanding, patience, restraint, and professionalism.

How to Apply: Please note that this position requires a significant time commitment. Interested applicants must email their application package with the subject “ZTL EC Application Package” to [email protected] with the following:

• Full name, CID, email address, goals/vision for the Atlanta ARTCC Events Department
• Résumé, including any applicable real-world/VATSIM experience
• EC Open Response Item: <br> ZTL is planning to host an event with the support of a neighboring ARTCC. The neighboring ARTCC is enthusiastic about collaborating, and you will take the lead on concept development, staffing strategy, and marketing coordination. <br><br> Your task is to design the event. Assume you have full creative freedom, but your plan must be realistic and operationally sound. <br>An ideal plan includes:
  • Event Details
  • Event Position Splits and Staffing Strategy
  • Marketing Strategy

Applications must be received by 2359z on February 19, 2026. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.