USBOTA Northeast Regional Coordinator
Help Build USBOTA Across the Northeast USBOTA is looking for an enthusiastic amateur radio operator to become our Northeast Regional Coordinator.
USBOTA Northeast Regional Coordinator
USBOTA Northeast Regional Coordinator
Help Build USBOTA Across the Northeast
USBOTA is looking for an enthusiastic amateur radio operator to become our Northeast Regional Coordinator.
The Northeast Regional Coordinator will be the main USBOTA point of contact for operators, clubs and groups across:
Connecticut • Delaware • Maine • Maryland • Massachusetts • New Hampshire • New Jersey • New York • Pennsylvania • Rhode Island • Vermont • Washington DC
Working alongside and under the direction of the USBOTA National Coordinator, you will help promote USBOTA, encourage participation and develop the scheme throughout the region.
What will you do?
The role is primarily about promotion, communication and supporting the USBOTA community.
You will:
Promote USBOTA throughout the Northeast.
Act as a friendly local point of contact for USBOTA operators and prospective participants.
Encourage amateur radio operators to activate and hunt USBOTA bunkers.
Promote USBOTA at local amateur radio clubs, events and gatherings.
Encourage clubs and groups to get involved with USBOTA.
Help identify opportunities for new bunker references.
Encourage the submission of potential bunker locations through the official USBOTA process.
Support local activators with general questions and point them towards the national team when necessary.
Keep the National Coordinator informed of regional activity, developments and issues.
Pass feedback and suggestions from operators back to the USBOTA team.
Help promote USBOTA events and special operating activities within the region.
Who are we looking for?
You don't need to be a professional administrator or have previous management experience.
We're looking for someone who is:
An enthusiastic amateur radio operator.
Interested in military, Cold War or historic sites.
Comfortable talking to people and making contacts.
Familiar with the amateur radio community in their area.
Enthusiastic about outdoor radio and portable operation.
Reliable, approachable and willing to give some time to the scheme.
Working with the USBOTA Team
Regional Coordinators form part of the wider USBOTA volunteer team.
The National Coordinator remains responsible for the overall running of USBOTA, while Regional Coordinators provide the local presence that helps the scheme grow.
This is an opportunity to help shape the future of USBOTA and introduce more operators to the history and excitement of Bunkers On The Air.
USBOTA Southeast Regional Coordinator
Help Build USBOTA Across the Southeast USBOTA is looking for an enthusiastic amateur radio operator to become our Southeast Regional Coordinator.
USBOTA Southeast Regional Coordinator
USBOTA Southeast Regional Coordinator
Help Build USBOTA Across the Southeast
USBOTA is looking for an enthusiastic amateur radio operator to become our Southeast Regional Coordinator.
The Southeast Regional Coordinator will be the main USBOTA point of contact for operators, clubs and groups across:
Alabama • Florida • Georgia • Kentucky • Mississippi • North Carolina • South Carolina • Tennessee • Virginia • West Virginia
Working alongside and under the direction of the USBOTA National Coordinator, you will help promote USBOTA and develop participation throughout the region.
What will you do?
Your role will focus on promotion, communication, outreach and community building.
You will:
Promote USBOTA throughout the Southeast.
Act as the local point of contact for USBOTA operators.
Encourage activators and hunters to participate.
Promote USBOTA through amateur radio clubs and organisations.
Attend or promote USBOTA at suitable regional events.
Encourage local operators to discover and activate USBOTA references.
Help identify potential bunker sites and encourage their submission.
Support operators with general USBOTA questions.
Liaise with the National Coordinator regarding regional activity.
Pass operator feedback and suggestions to the national team.
Help promote USBOTA events and special activities.
Who are we looking for?
We're looking for an enthusiastic operator who enjoys meeting people and getting involved in the amateur radio community.
Previous management experience isn't required.
What matters is enthusiasm, reliability and a willingness to help USBOTA grow.
Working with the USBOTA Team
The Regional Coordinator is part of the national USBOTA volunteer team and works closely with the National Coordinator and other Regional Coordinators.
The role is not about running USBOTA independently. It is about providing a local presence, encouraging participation and helping operators connect with the wider USBOTA community.
USBOTA Southwest Regional Coordinator
Help Build USBOTA Across the Southwest USBOTA is looking for an enthusiastic amateur radio operator to become our Southwest Regional Coordinator.
USBOTA Southwest Regional Coordinator
USBOTA Southwest Regional Coordinator
Help Build USBOTA Across the Southwest
USBOTA is looking for an enthusiastic amateur radio operator to become our Southwest Regional Coordinator.
The Southwest Regional Coordinator will support USBOTA operators, clubs and groups across:
Arizona • Arkansas • Louisiana • New Mexico • Nevada • Oklahoma • Texas • Utah
Working alongside the USBOTA National Coordinator, you will help promote USBOTA and develop participation across one of the most historically significant areas of the United States.
What will you do?
You will:
Promote USBOTA throughout the Southwest.
Act as the regional point of contact for operators.
Encourage USBOTA activations and hunting activity.
Promote USBOTA through amateur radio clubs and organisations.
Encourage participation in USBOTA events.
Help identify potential bunker and historic military locations.
Encourage suitable sites to be submitted for consideration.
Support local operators with general USBOTA questions.
Liaise with the National Coordinator on regional activity.
Pass feedback, ideas and issues to the national team.
Help develop relationships between USBOTA and the wider amateur radio community.
A Region Full of History
The Southwest contains a huge variety of military, Cold War and historic sites — from former defence installations to missile facilities and other remnants of America's military history.
The Regional Coordinator will help bring this history together with the amateur radio community through USBOTA.
Who are we looking for?
We're looking for an enthusiastic operator who enjoys amateur radio, history, outdoor activity and meeting other operators.
You don't need previous management experience. What matters is enthusiasm, reliability and a willingness to help USBOTA grow.
Working with the USBOTA Team
You will work as part of the USBOTA volunteer team under the direction of the National Coordinator.
Your job is to promote, support and connect — helping build a strong USBOTA community across the Southwest.
USBOTA Midwest Regional Coordinator
Help Build USBOTA Across the Midwest USBOTA is looking for an enthusiastic amateur radio operator to become our Midwest Regional Coordinator.
USBOTA Midwest Regional Coordinator
USBOTA Midwest Regional Coordinator
Help Build USBOTA Across the Midwest
USBOTA is looking for an enthusiastic amateur radio operator to become our Midwest Regional Coordinator.
The Midwest Regional Coordinator will support USBOTA operators, clubs and groups across:
Illinois • Indiana • Iowa • Kansas • Michigan • Minnesota • Missouri • Nebraska • North Dakota • Ohio • South Dakota • Wisconsin
Working under the direction of the USBOTA National Coordinator, the Regional Coordinator will help establish and grow USBOTA throughout this large and diverse region.
What will you do?
You will help USBOTA grow by:
Promoting USBOTA throughout the Midwest.
Acting as the primary regional point of contact.
Encouraging activators and hunters to participate.
Supporting local amateur radio clubs and groups.
Promoting USBOTA events and operating activities.
Encouraging operators to discover and activate bunker references.
Helping identify potential bunker locations.
Encouraging suitable sites to be submitted through the official USBOTA process.
Passing regional feedback to the National Coordinator.
Keeping the national team informed about regional developments.
Helping build relationships between USBOTA and the wider amateur radio community.
Who are we looking for?
We're looking for someone who knows and understands the amateur radio community and enjoys getting people involved.
You don't need specialist USBOTA experience — enthusiasm and commitment are more important.
Working with the USBOTA Team
The Midwest Regional Coordinator will work closely with the National Coordinator and the other USBOTA Regional Coordinators.
You will become the local face of USBOTA across the Midwest, helping operators discover the scheme and the historic locations that make it unique.
USBOTA West Regional Coordinator
Help Build USBOTA Across the West USBOTA is looking for an enthusiastic amateur radio operator to become our West Regional Coordinator.
USBOTA West Regional Coordinator
USBOTA West Regional Coordinator
Help Build USBOTA Across the West
USBOTA is looking for an enthusiastic amateur radio operator to become our West Regional Coordinator.
The West Regional Coordinator will support USBOTA operators, clubs and groups across:
Alaska • California • Colorado • Hawaii • Idaho • Montana • Oregon • Washington • Wyoming
Working under the direction of the USBOTA National Coordinator, you will help promote USBOTA and develop participation throughout the Western region.
What will you do?
You will:
Promote USBOTA throughout the Western region.
Act as the primary regional point of contact.
Encourage operators to participate in USBOTA.
Promote USBOTA through local amateur radio clubs and organisations.
Encourage USBOTA activations and hunting activity.
Promote USBOTA events and special operating activities.
Help identify potential bunker and military-history locations.
Encourage suitable sites to be submitted for consideration.
Support operators with general questions about USBOTA.
Liaise with the National Coordinator regarding regional developments.
Pass operator feedback and suggestions to the national team.
Help build USBOTA's presence within the Western amateur radio community.
A Unique Region
The Western region covers a huge geographical area and includes some of the most interesting military and Cold War sites in the United States.
It also includes Alaska and Hawaii, giving USBOTA an opportunity to develop participation beyond the continental United States.
Who are we looking for?
We're looking for an enthusiastic amateur radio operator who enjoys getting involved, meeting people and promoting the hobby.
You don't need to be an expert in USBOTA administration. Training and support will be provided.
Working with the USBOTA Team
The Regional Coordinator will become part of the wider USBOTA volunteer team, working alongside the National Coordinator and other Regional Coordinators.
The aim is simple:
Promote USBOTA. Support operators. Discover history. Get people on the air.
USBOTA National Coordinator
Help Lead USBOTA Across the United States USBOTA is looking for a US-based National Coordinator to take responsibility for the overall coordination and development of USBOTA.
USBOTA National Coordinator
USBOTA National Coordinator
Help Lead USBOTA Across the United States
USBOTA is looking for a US-based National Coordinator to take responsibility for the overall coordination and development of USBOTA.
The National Coordinator is the senior volunteer role within USBOTA and provides the overall direction and coordination of the scheme, working with the Regional Coordinators and other members of the USBOTA team.
The Current Position — And Why Is a Brit Doing It?
At present, USBOTA is being coordinated by M9JSD, who is acting as the Caretaker National Coordinator while the US team is being established.
There is, of course, one rather obvious question:
"Why on earth is a Limey running a US-based organisation?"
It's a fair question!
The simple answer is that USBOTA grew out of the wider WWBOTA project, and M9JSD was involved in developing the scheme and getting the US operation off the ground. Someone had to keep the wheels turning — and apparently nobody checked my passport first!
But USBOTA is a US-focused programme, and we believe its long-term leadership should be in the hands of someone based in the United States and connected to the US amateur radio community.
So, after getting things started, this particular British volunteer would very much like to hand over the driver's seat to someone who doesn't have to cross the Atlantic just to attend a meeting!
M9JSD will continue to provide support during the transition and will ensure that the knowledge, systems and experience already developed within USBOTA are passed on to the new National Coordinator.
What does the National Coordinator do?
The National Coordinator will:
Provide overall leadership and direction for USBOTA.
Coordinate the five Regional Coordinators.
Act as the principal point of contact for the USBOTA team.
Oversee the development and implementation of USBOTA policies and procedures.
Encourage the growth and development of the scheme throughout the United States.
Coordinate major USBOTA events and initiatives.
Work with the Webmaster and Awards Manager to ensure the scheme operates effectively.
Liaise with other organisations and amateur radio groups where appropriate.
Consider and respond to significant issues raised by Regional Coordinators and members.
Encourage the identification and preservation of suitable bunker and military-history locations.
Represent USBOTA within the wider US amateur radio community.
Work with the international WWBOTA team where appropriate.
Working With the Regional Team
The National Coordinator will work closely with the five USBOTA Regional Coordinators, providing guidance, support and coordination while allowing the Regional Coordinators to develop their own areas.
The National Coordinator should encourage communication between regions and ensure that USBOTA operates as one national organisation rather than five separate regional schemes.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for a US-based amateur radio operator who:
Is enthusiastic about amateur radio and portable operation.
Has an interest in military, Cold War or historical sites.
Understands the US amateur radio community.
Can communicate effectively with people across the amateur radio community.
Is organised and dependable.
Is comfortable coordinating volunteers.
Has the enthusiasm to help USBOTA grow.
Can work collaboratively with the existing USBOTA team.
Previous experience in running an amateur radio organisation is helpful, but enthusiasm, commitment and good communication are more important.
A Great Opportunity
USBOTA is still young, which means the National Coordinator will have a genuine opportunity to help shape its future.
The foundations have been established. The website, systems, reference database and operating structure are being developed.
Now we need a US operator to take the helm.
M9JSD is quite happy to remain involved, provide technical support and answer the inevitable question of "How did you Brits manage to start a US bunker scheme?"
But the future of USBOTA belongs in the United States.
If you're a US amateur radio operator who thinks you could take USBOTA forward, we'd love to hear from you.
And don't worry — the current British caretaker promises to hand over the keys without demanding a cup of tea first. ☕
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USBOTA Webmaster
USBOTA Website & Online Services The USBOTA Webmaster is responsible for the development, maintenance and ongoing operation of the USBOTA website and its associated online services.
USBOTA Webmaster
USBOTA Webmaster
USBOTA Website & Online Services
The USBOTA Webmaster is responsible for the development, maintenance and ongoing operation of the USBOTA website and its associated online services.
Current Webmaster
The Webmaster role is currently held by M9JSD, who is responsible for the ongoing development and maintenance of the USBOTA website and online infrastructure.
This is not currently a vacant position.
The role supports the wider USBOTA team by providing the technical infrastructure required to operate the scheme, including the website, online information, reference resources and other digital services.
What does the Webmaster do?
The Webmaster is responsible for:
Maintaining and developing the USBOTA website.
Managing website content and online information.
Supporting the USBOTA reference database and associated online resources.
Developing new website features and services where required.
Maintaining the technical infrastructure supporting USBOTA.
Working with the National Coordinator and other team members on website requirements.
Publishing USBOTA news, announcements and events.
Supporting the online needs of Regional Coordinators.
Maintaining appropriate website security and functionality.
Developing the website as USBOTA grows.
The Webmaster also works closely with the National Coordinator to ensure that the website continues to meet the needs of USBOTA members and the wider amateur radio community.
Looking Ahead
Although the Webmaster role is currently filled, USBOTA is a growing organisation and additional technical assistance may be required in the future.
Anyone with suitable web development, WordPress, database or technical skills who would like to contribute to USBOTA is welcome to contact the team.
Current Webmaster: M9JSD
USBOTA Awards Manager
Help Manage the USBOTA Awards Programme USBOTA is looking for a volunteer to take on the role of Awards Manager and help administer and develop the USBOTA awards programme.
USBOTA Awards Manager
USBOTA Awards Manager
Help Manage the USBOTA Awards Programme
USBOTA is looking for a volunteer to take on the role of Awards Manager and help administer and develop the USBOTA awards programme.
The Awards Manager works closely with the National Coordinator and the wider USBOTA team to ensure that awards are processed accurately, efficiently and fairly.
The Current Position
The Awards Manager role is currently being covered by M9JSD, who will continue to administer the awards programme if necessary.
However, as USBOTA develops, we would ideally like this responsibility to be transferred to a US-based volunteer who can become part of the permanent USBOTA team.
A handover and ongoing support will be provided to ensure continuity.
What does the Awards Manager do?
The Awards Manager will:
Administer the USBOTA awards programme.
Process award applications and claims.
Verify qualifying activity against USBOTA records.
Maintain accurate award records.
Issue or arrange the issue of USBOTA awards and certificates.
Respond to general questions about awards.
Work with the Webmaster on online awards functionality.
Liaise with the National Coordinator on awards policy and development.
Monitor the overall awards programme and identify opportunities for improvement.
Help develop new awards and recognition programmes as USBOTA grows.
Working With the USBOTA Team
The Awards Manager will work closely with the National Coordinator, Webmaster and Regional Coordinators.
The role requires attention to detail and a commitment to ensuring that all operators are treated fairly and consistently.
A Double-Hatted Role
The Awards Manager role does not necessarily need to be a standalone position.
As USBOTA develops, the role can be combined with one of the five Regional Coordinator positions.
For example, a Regional Coordinator may also take responsibility for the national awards programme, provided they have the time and organisation required to carry out both roles effectively.
This provides an opportunity for someone who wants to take a more active role in USBOTA without creating an unnecessarily large management structure.
Who are we looking for?
We're looking for someone who is:
An enthusiastic amateur radio operator.
Organised and methodical.
Comfortable working with databases, spreadsheets or online systems.
Reliable and able to work independently.
Fair and consistent when processing award applications.
Interested in helping develop the USBOTA programme.
Previous awards administration experience isn't essential. The existing team can provide guidance and support during the handover.
Help Build the USBOTA Awards Programme
The awards system is an important part of USBOTA, recognising the operators who activate and hunt the historic locations within the scheme.
This is an opportunity to become an important part of the USBOTA team and help shape how operators are recognised for their participation.