Position Posting: VATUSA Deputy Director - Training Services (VATUSA3)

Date Posted: May 1, 2026

Submission Deadline: May 8, 2026

Mission Statement

VATUSA strives to provide a realistic air traffic control simulation for the United States on the VATSIM network, while also providing a fun and welcoming environment for members.

Vision Statement

To create a more cohesive and collaborative hobby environment wherein its members challenge pre-existing standards, embrace growth, and aim to positively influence the entire VATSIM network.

Value Statement

Through effective communication, collaboration, and empathy, we treat each other with dignity and respect. We are open to various types of members and acknowledge that no one is above the learning process. With each new day, we strive to be better versions of ourselves.

Purpose:

The VATSIM United States Division is looking for a motivated individual who will provide compelling and effective leadership and management of the VATUSA Air Traffic Training function.

Key Accountabilities:

• Reports to the Division Director
• Develop and deploy effective training programs for the division.
• Manage and oversee the VATUSA training department.
• Manage and lead divisional training programs to ensure an effective and efficient learning environment.
• Monitor the performance, activity, and effectiveness of subdivision training programs and Training Administrators.
• Review and Approve subdivision Training policies.
• Ensure all divisional and subdivision training policies are compliant with VATSIM policies.
• Maintain close communication with the Air Traffic Services department including the Deputy Director - Air Traffic Services and subdivision Senior Staff on training matters.
• Oversee the Training Administrator hiring process and approve Training Administrator candidates.

Core Requirements:

• Supports the VATSIM United States Division mission, vision and value statement
• Demonstrated project management skills
• Able to effectively lead in a team environment
• Able to effectively lead others through influence, not direct reporting responsibility
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Considerable experience and success in a training role, ideally as a subdivision Training Administrator or any subdivision senior staff position
• Active subdivision senior staff for over 12 months
• Currently serving (preferred), or previously served, as an Instructor within VATUSA
• Active member of the network in good standing for at least 12 months
• No significant disciplinary record or history of unprofessional behavior

Desired Skills and Capabilities:

• Leadership, managerial, or supervisory experience (real world or VATSIM applicable) Demonstrated experience with the development and deployment of training programs
• Demonstrated possession and utilization of a high degree of energy, commitment and dedication
• Demonstrated qualities of understanding, patience, maturity
• Currently actively serving as an ATC Instructor, holding a rating of Instructor (I1) or higher

How to Apply:

Please note that this position requires significant time commitment. Please note that accepting this position will be long term commitment to VATUSA. Interested applicants shall email their application package with the subject title “VATUSA3 Application Package” to [email protected]

Please include the following:

• Full name, CID, and email address
• Resume, including any applicable real world/virtual experience
• Letter of intent
• Your 60, 90 and 120 day goals

Incomplete applications, improperly submitted applications, or applications not meeting requirements will not be considered.