Don Curtis

Provided First Level Supervision to multiple Air Traffic Managers, throughout Arizona, New Mexico, and Nevada.

• Managed crisis situations effectively, quickly resolving potential hazards or disruptions in service.
• Reduced airspace congestion through strategic planning and effective communication with pilots and flight crews.
• Improved coordination between air traffic controllers, resulting in smoother operations and increased productivity.
• Evaluated potential risks associated with proposed changes in airspace configuration or procedure modifications.

Detail, to Western Service Area.

• Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill FAA objectives and requirements.
• Supervised operations staff and ensured operational compliance with FAA policies and procedures.

• Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill FAA requirements. Administered the training program to maintain a high standard of proficiency.

Provided Supervision and assistance to the Operational Controllers in the TRACON.

• Facilitated cross-training initiatives promoting versatility within the team, allowing for greater flexibility in shift coverage when needed.
• Promoted a culture of accountability among staff members through consistent performance management practices that emphasized continuous improvement and professional development.
• Championed employee engagement initiatives aimed at boosting morale, job satisfaction, retention rates among frontline workers.

Fostered a positive team culture that encouraged collaboration, innovation, and high-quality workmanship among all Controller team members.

• Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
• Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
• Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities.

• Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
• Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
• Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.

Managed complex Air Traffic situations under pressure, demonstrating exceptional decision-making abilities for the safe management of aircraft and the NAS.

• Maintained clear communication with pilots, ground crews, and other controllers to ensure smooth coordination of aircraft movements.

July 1992 Humanitarian Transfer to CAK. Father-n-law was struck by a car and needed 24/7 homecare.

Certified Tower ATCT USAF