Date Posted: May 28, 2026
Submission Deadline [EXTENDED]: June 14, 2026 at 2359z

Purpose: The Atlanta ARTCC is seeking a Training Administrator to take complete ownership of the training program. This role requires a leader who understands our unique airspace and facilities, is dedicated to growing controllers of all levels, and will maintain an environment focused on learning and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Reports to the ATM; VATUSA3 as necessary.
• Maintain an active online presence on the website, TeamSpeak, forums, email, and network.
• Acts as a senior staff member, leading and supporting ARTCC members.
• Attends staff meetings as called by the ATM.
• Maintains, updates, and manages the training program, lessons, sweatbox scenarios, and exam rubrics.
• Creates and maintain an enjoyable and comfortable learning environment to ensure student success
• Oversees the quality of the training program.
• Responsible for seeking out, appointing, and managing ZTL Instructors and Mentors.
• Hold periodic training meetings to discuss changes and updates.
• Creatively designs training resources to help controllers progress through the training program more efficiently.
• Approves exam assignments for students and finalizes promotions.
• Any other duty assigned by the ATM.

Requirements:

• Be an active member of the network in good standing.
• Be a member of ZTL, or willing to transfer upon selection.
• Currently holding a C1 rating or above.
• Be able to work well in a team-oriented environment.
• Have excellent written and oral communication skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Currently holding or have previously held an I1 in VATUSA for more than 90 days.
• 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 title “ZTL TA Application Package” to [email protected] with the following:

• Full name, CID, and email address.
• Cover Letter
  • The cover letter should summarize the applicant's reasons for wanting to help lead the ZTL ARTCC, compelling evidence to show how the position requirements are met, and how the training program will thrive under the applicant's leadership.
• Résumé, including any applicable real-world/VATSIM experience.
• Mock Training Lesson Plan for an S3 Student
  • This submission should be a lesson plan including the competencies covered, the type of session, (classroom/sweatbox/live monitoring) and clear expectations with specific training to work on a certain skill (departure rush, sequencing, holding...etc).