This is notification of the beginning of the application process for the position of Operations Director

Application Closing Date 2359z on 1st October 2020

The Operations Director shall:

• sit on the Division Staff Group and report to the Division Director
• have responsibility for the maintenance of and publishing of the UK Sector File together with the training and guidance of volunteer members where required.
• have responsibility for the maintenance of and curation of the UK Controller Pack.
• maintain an overview of documentation changes, their review and publication in collaboration with volunteer members where appropriate.
• inform relevant parties of changes to procedures and errata as required and liaise with other staff where appropriate
• negotiate as required cross-border procedures with appropriate controlling authorities.
• report the operational status of the UK division to relevant third parties as required.

The preferred candidate will have:

• Planning and organisational skills with an ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Skills which lead to good communication and teamwork 
• Motivation to excel in the role
• Knowledge of and experience with managing small teams of volunteers
• Experience with git/github or other vcs protocols

The Successful candidate must:

• Be a VATSIM UK Division member in good standing
• Have the availability to answer emails and tickets on a regular basis and spend at least 7 hours per week on the role

Applications or queries should be sent to jobs (at) vatsim.uk. Please provide a covering letter which details why you are suitable for the role based on the job description above. You may provide relevant examples of past experiences both on the network and elsewhere. Members need not have direct experience in this part of the division but it should be clear from the application that the applicant has the ability to fulfil the obligations of this role.

The successful candidate will receive comprehensive training on our systems, policies and practices.

Applications will be accepted until 2359z on 1st October after this point candidates will be informed of the further steps in the appointment process.