Danny Fiscus
Corpus Christi,TX
Overview
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Certification
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Range Control Specialist
United States Air Force
Hill AFB, Utah
2012.12 - 2026.08
- Plans, manages, and controls the Utah Test & Training Range (UTTR) a diversified mixture of airspace which includes Restricted Areas, Military Operating Areas (MOA) Air Traffic Control Assigned Airspace, (ATCAA) Military Training Routes (MTR) IFR Military Training Routes (IR) VFR Military Training Routes (VR) Refueling Tracks. Maintained continuity in real-time management and decision-making for daily activities within UTTR as Range Control Specialist. Acted as the focal point for gathering requests from Range Control Officers, Patriot Excalibur Scheduling System (PBX), and UTTR Request Forms to disseminate information for mission planning and resource allocation by updating the UTTR Range Resource Scheduling System (RRSS). Coordinated and briefed daily, weekly, and monthly UTTR schedules and documentation of range support for all testing and training missions. Reviewed and developed airspace sectorization within UTTR to ensure compliance with test and training requirements established by Air Combat Command (ACC) and other agencies, applying FAA safety of flight procedures and related Air Force Instructions (AFIs). Ensures the safety of all daily ranger operations by deconflicting the movement of all ground operations on the range with aircraft munitions expenditures.
- Maintained command control records to support operations within the United States Air Force.
- Monitored and organized directives, reports, and correspondence within squadron channels for efficient communication.
- Facilitated coordination of workflow among personnel, maintenance, and mission support teams to enhance operational efficiency.
Emergency Manager/Continuity of Operations
Corpus Christi Army Depot
Corpus Christi, Texas
2010.07 - 2012.11
- Functioned as the Emergency Management Specialist in the CCAD Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and planned and executed responsibilities during civil disasters, weather emergencies, and emergencies from Depot operations. Acted as the principal advisor to the Depot command section on alert and activation requirements for various emergency conditions. Develops procedures to fulfill requirements arising from new and modified plans from higher headquarters and other agencies. Integrates emergency procedures with current information and communications capabilities. Identified shortfalls in emergency exercises and response operations, recommending immediate corrective actions and long-term procedural and policy changes to enhance emergency response effectiveness. Advised on policy development. Ensures ongoing readiness of EOC to execute sequence of actions and other responsibilities during emergencies. Monitors and reviews worldwide threats, and evaluates warnings, alerts, and situation reports for information needed for CCAD operation to prepare and disseminate situation reports to command group, higher headquarters, and staff elements of CCAD and subordinate commands. Determines the requirement and promulgates emergency alerts and warnings to all CCAD elements. Maintained liaison with the AMCOM Emergency Operations Center, EOC staff, and other agencies, coordinating specific projects and emergency operations while providing information and recommendations to command leadership. Plans and executes specified emergency functions during operations and exercises. May be assigned several times a year to a crisis management team, Emergency Operations Team, or to disaster/emergency sites to perform duties related to execution of response operations or readiness exercises. Maintains knowledge of emergency plans and procedures, skills and readiness to respond as a member of such teams, coordinating administrative operations or serving as watch-staff. Performs emergency tasks in coordination with law enforcement, physical security, anti-terrorism, and force protection as dictated by the emergency events. May be required to supervise personnel performing the same tasks. Coordinates emergency reporting and other administrative activities with command group, headquarters, staff elements, and civil agencies. Trains, assists, and coordinates activities of augmentees on emergency teams, facilitating their performance in emergency environments. Researched, analyzed, developed, and prepared various plans, directives, instructions, evaluations, forms, and memoranda, organizing and coordinating meetings and conferences to ensure effective emergency management. Prepares and delivers briefings also speeches and papers when requested. Organizes emergency systems, plans and records and maintains such information in an ongoing state of readiness for access during normal conditions and during emergency situations. Executed operational tests of equipment secure and unclassified equipment used is the EOC including personal computers, word processing, database, graphics and communications software, facsimile machines, video-tape recording and playback equipment, two-way radios and encoding/decoding procedures and/or devices. Provides guidance and oversight for security and operation of EOC equipment. Provides recommendations on the development of systems and technology to enhance emergency operations activities and security. Functioned as the Continuity of Operations (COOP) Specialist at CCAD and planned and executed responsibilities during civil disasters, weather emergencies, and other contingencies from Depot operations. Serves as principal advisor to the Depot's command section on alert and activation requirements for a broad range of restoration operations. Develops procedures to fulfill requirements arising from new and modified plans from higher headquarters and other agencies. Integrates restoration procedures with current information and communications capabilities. Identifies shortfalls in exercises and response operations and recommends immediate corrective action as well as long-term procedural and policy changes needed to enhance restoration operations. Provides policy guidance. Monitors and reviews worldwide threats, and evaluates warnings, alerts, and situation reports for information needed for CCAD operation to prepare and disseminate situation reports to command group, higher headquarters, and staff elements of CCAD and subordinate commands. Determines the requirement and promulgates emergency alerts and warnings to all CCAD elements. Facilitated communication with agencies with the AMCOM COOP team and EOC staff and other agencies and coordinates specific projects or assigned restoration operations, providing information and recommendations to command leadership on these activities as needed. Plans and executes specified restoration functions during operations and exercises. Must be accessible at all hours during developing emergencies, assist in keeping all necessary parties informed of important events, and, during actual emergencies, assist in the coordination of emergency response activities. Coordinates COOP reporting and other administrative activities with command group, headquarters, staff elements, and civil agencies. Researches, analyzes, develops and prepares a variety of plans, directives, instructions, evaluations, forms, memoranda and letters, and organizes and coordinates meetings and conferences. Maintains logs of incidents in order to check prepared submissions and situations reports, for all activities pertaining to natural disaster response, for submission to higher headquarters. Compiled and distributed contact lists contact lists, and in maintaining accessibility with agencies with which emergency contact is required.
- Coordinated emergency operations for Corpus Christi Army Depot installation preparedness.
- Developed continuity plans for depot mission-essential functions and recovery actions.
- Led emergency exercises with military, civilian, and contractor personnel.
Mechanic
L3 Communications/Corpus Christi Army Depot
Corpus Christi, Texas
2007.07 - 2010.07
- Duties: Disassembled, evaluated, repaired, modified, overhauled, reassembled, tested, troubleshot, and assembled aircraft transmissions, gear boxes, and power train components to ensure operational readiness. Trained personnel on disassembly of UH-60A, UH-60L, Pavehawk, and AH-64 main, enhancing team skill levels and efficiency. Knowledgeable in the use of various chemicals and processes to clean aircraft parts such as A.02 using Brulin for paint stripping. A.06 / A.03 using Turco and Permanganate for hot chemical cleaning of engine parts. A.05 using PD-680 for hand cleaning and Blue Gold for steam cleaning of various parts. A.21 Plastic Media Blast. A.16 Ultrasonic cleaner using Intex 8201. Expedited parts, supplies, and materials into and out of production shops, streamlining workflow and reducing downtime.
- Pay Grade: WG - 2 - 8
- Salary: $23.44 per hour
- Hours per week: 40
Estimator
KJM Commercial
Corpus Christi, Texas
2005.12 - 2007.03
- Prepared commercial and residential construction bids through client and architect meetings, blueprint reviews, and subcontractor negotiations, ensuring comprehensive and competitive proposals. Executed superintendent duties during project phases, overseeing operations and maintaining project timelines. Developed detailed estimate for converting historical downtown office building into loft apartments, researching historical code to preserve building's classification for tax incentives.
- Salary: $45,000.00 per year
- Hours per week: 40
Estimator/Project Manager
Thomas R. Mitchell Construction
Jackson, Tennessee
2003.09 - 2005.12
- Met with customers to prepare detailed estimates, ensuring alignment with project scope and customer expectations. Orders necessary materials for jobs after they meet customer approval. Coordinated with sub-contractors to ensure timely completion of projects while adhering to deadlines. Ensured that all state and city building codes are met. Processed insurance claims for customers, ensuring all necessary repairs were included for comprehensive coverage. Implemented and trained all employees in the use of a new estimating software that greatly reduced turnover time which in turn increased profit.
- Salary: $75,000.00 per year
- Hours per week: 40
Insurance Adjuster
Self-Employed
Corpus Christi, Texas
2001.09 - 2003.09
- Traveled nationwide during natural disasters to assist insurance companies in supporting policyholders' claims and ensuring timely assistance. Met with policyholders to verify coverage of their claims. Guided policyholders on effective strategies for managing emergency situations, enhancing their understanding and response. Prepared detailed repair estimates to facilitate efficient processing of claims and support decision-making. Presented findings to the insurance company and recommended actions based on investigations.
- Supervisor: NA - NA; Contact:Yes
- Salary: $50,000.00 per year
- Hours per week: 50
Aero Space control & Warning Systems Operator
United States Air Force
Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada
1991.07 - 2001.09
- Duties: Compared and reported track positions based on flight data or database files. Assisted in weapons control and performed surveillance, data link, identification, and data management functions in aerospace systems. Monitored safety of flight for controlled air operations. Gathered, displayed, recorded, and distributed operational information to support mission-critical decisions. Updated computer database files for evaluation and trend analysis. Ensured mission readiness as a weapons director. As a Stan/Eval Examiner, performed initial, recurring, and spot evaluations on individuals and ensured they understood the capabilities and limitations of command and control equipment. As Operations Training Specialist, directed training of personnel in Initial Qualification Training (IQT) and Continuation Training (CT) status. Maintained all permanent positional training folders, accurately documenting training history, applicable waivers, and qualification data. While deployed in support of Operation Southern Watch (OSW) planned and provided radar control of military aircraft during all tactical phases of the operational mission. Expertly controlled over 3000 NATO missions while deployed to Southern Italy in support of the Bosnia mission. Managed up to 80 airborne assets simultaneously during air refueling operations, ensuring mission success and safety. Designed and implemented simulations to effectively train operations personnel, enhancing readiness and performance. Coordinated with headquarters daily to ensure mission planning for OSW was conducted in the most effective manner.
- Supervisor: NA - NA; Contact:Yes
- Salary: $35,000.00 per year
Skills
- Airspace management
- Airspace deconfliction management
- Airspace scheduling
- Range management
- Mission coordination
- Operations planning
- Emergency operations
Certification
- Emergency Management Institute:
- IS-00001 Emergency Program Manager
- IS-00007 Citizen's Guide to Disaster Assistance
- IS-00022 In-depth Guide to Citizen Preparedness
- IS-00100.a Introduction to the Incident Command System
- IS-00200.b ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incident
- IS-00546a Continuity of Operations Awareness
- IS-00547a Introduction to Continuity of Operations
- IS-00548 Continuity of Operations Manager
- IS-00700.a National Incident Management System (NIMS)
- IS-0800.b National Response Framework Introduction
- FEMA In House ICS-300 Intermediate ICS
- FEMA In House ICS-400 Advanced ICS
- FEMA In House Threat and Risk Assessment
- FEMA In House Enhanced Threat and Risk Assessment
- 2010 JOB HAZARD ANALYSIS
- 2023 SECURITY AWARENESS PART 1
- 2023 SECURITY AWARENESS PART 4 SAEDA
- 2010 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
- 2010 LOCKOUT/TAGOUT AWARENESS
- 2010-2023 ANTI-TERRORISM AWARENESS LEVEL 1
- ENHANCED VPP EMPLOYEE TRAINING (TRAIN-THE-TRAINER)
- Microsoft Project 2007 Level 1
- Microsoft Project 2007 Level 2
- Microsoft Project Management for Professionals
Timeline
Range Control Specialist
United States Air Force
2012.12 - 2026.08
Emergency Manager/Continuity of Operations
Corpus Christi Army Depot
2010.07 - 2012.11
Mechanic
L3 Communications/Corpus Christi Army Depot
2007.07 - 2010.07
Estimator
KJM Commercial
2005.12 - 2007.03
Estimator/Project Manager
Thomas R. Mitchell Construction
2003.09 - 2005.12
Insurance Adjuster
Self-Employed
2001.09 - 2003.09
Aero Space control & Warning Systems Operator
United States Air Force
1991.07 - 2001.09