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ANN BRENNAN

Allentown,PA

Summary

24 years experience as a North Atlantic Oceanic Controller at New York Center. 8 years experience as a Supervisor in the North Atlantic Oceanic Area. 5 years experience as a Training Supervisor, responsible for overseeing classes and on-the-job-training. OSW Cadre, I learned how to facilitate and guide classes. 8 years experience as an EEO counselor, I learned the importance of active listening, to remain objective while gathering factual information. I honed my skills as a mediator and investigator. Motivated front line supervisor skilled at building strong working relationships with fellow controllers, supervisors and staff personnel. Highlights Skilled multi-tasker Interpersonal skills Adaptable FAA management experience Organized, detail-oriented Patient Active listening and facilitating skills Communicates effectively Accomplishments Process Improvement Created new safety procedure requiring notification of Ocean SIGMETS. Updated curriculum for new supervisors and taught the class.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant to Program Director

Valerie's House
Fort Myers, FL
09.2018 - 08.2020

Valerie's House is a nonprofit organization that provides support programs for children and families grieving the death of a loved one. I organized and ordered supplies for art therapy for support groups. I helped facilitate support groups and represented the organization at fairs and events.

Front line supervisor

FAA/NYARTCC
Ronkonkoma, NY
06.2008 - 05.2016
  • Supervision
  • Supervise team of 12 controllers
  • Responsible for planning and directing operations within the North Atlantic offshore radar areas, Bermuda overflights, departures and arrivals as well as non-radar oceanic operations in the North Atlantic
  • Responsible for providing input into the daily creation of the North
  • Atlantic Tracks
  • Provides first line supervision to a team of developmental and certified professional controllers
  • Supervises a staff of air traffic control specialist who is responsible for carrying out air traffic control assignments within a geographic area
  • Plans and assigns work to be accomplished by subordinate employees
  • Sets work priorities and schedules
  • Approves leave; gives advice, counsel, and instruction to employees on both work and administrative matters
  • Evaluates performance of employees and recommends performance ratings
  • Hears and resolves complaints from employees and refers group grievances and more serious unresolved complaints to a higher level manager
  • Identifies and arranges for developmental and other training needs of employees
  • Finds ways to improve production or increase the quality of the work directed
  • Adjusts staffing levels and work procedures to accommodate resource decisions made at higher levels
  • Recommends goals and objectives for the area and tracks accomplishments
  • Communicates and reinforces diversity and EEO policies and programs in all areas of responsibilities, including selection, training, and transfers
  • Supports and participates in the labor management partnership process, and fosters a work environment where all employees are treated in a fair and equitable manner.

Certified Professional Controller

FAA/NYARTCC
Ronkonkoma, NY
10.1991 - 02.2016
  • Specializing in oceanic non-radar air traffic control
  • Worked ATOP for 10 years until Feb 2016.

Air Traffic Assistant Controller

FAA PHL Tower/Tracon
Philadelphia, PA
04.1989 - 08.1991
  • Responsibilities included clearance delivery at the tower and for the surrounding satellite airports.

Aviation Coordinator

Corporate Aviation, Tudor Investment Corp
Ronkonkoma, NY
05.1988 - 04.1989
  • Created the procedures and requirements for the Aviation Dept
  • Of Tudor Investment Corp
  • Performed duties and office manager and staff trainer.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Aeronautics and Management

Dowling College
1988

Skills

  • Active listening and facilitating
  • Team Leadership
  • Organized, detail oriented
  • Adaptable

Additional Information

Volunteering:

The Riverhead Foundation, located at The Atlantis Aquarium- Riverhead, NY

-represented the organization at fairs and provided educational information on the rescue and rehabilitaion of sea turtles and seals. Also helped guide children at the touch tanks in the aquarium. 2001-2003


Harry Chapin Food Bank-Hauppauge, NY 2005-2010

-raised chickens and donated the eggs

Harry Chapin Food Bank-Key West, FL 2016

-assisted in distributing groceries and supplies

Harry Chapin Food Bank-Fort Myers, FL 2018

-assisted in the warehouse


Pixies and Paws Rescue-New Jersey 2021

-transported puppies to foster families


The Highline-NYC, NY 2021-present

-assisted at greeter cart, provided historical information and answered general questions about the park

Timeline

Assistant to Program Director

Valerie's House
09.2018 - 08.2020

Front line supervisor

FAA/NYARTCC
06.2008 - 05.2016

Certified Professional Controller

FAA/NYARTCC
10.1991 - 02.2016

Air Traffic Assistant Controller

FAA PHL Tower/Tracon
04.1989 - 08.1991

Aviation Coordinator

Corporate Aviation, Tudor Investment Corp
05.1988 - 04.1989

Bachelor of Science - Aeronautics and Management

Dowling College
ANN BRENNAN