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Jackie Tarris

Air Traffic Control Specialist
Fernley,NV

Summary

Motivated Facility Watch Supervisor commended for outstanding conduct and work performance. Admired for leadership under severe pressure and superior critical thinking skills. Fluent in automated radar systems, flight control software and full suite of advanced technologies. Organized individual with a background promoting safety in the skies.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Facility Watch Supervisor

US Navy
Fallon, NV
03.2018 - Current
  • Provided IFR and VFR, RADAR
    and Non RADAR services to aircraft to include weather, runway information, type of approach, lost communication, and missed approach procedures. Ensured the safe departure and arrival of aircraft in a highly complex Approach Control Facility seeing over 275,000 operations annually.
  • Conducted Control Tower operations, ensuring aircraft
    separation, navigational guidance and landing sequence. Utilized communication equipment coordinating with pilots
    and adjacent facilities to ensure proper compliance of all Air Traffic Control rules and transfer of control responsibilities. Document and accumulate initial mishap and incident records and forward records to the ATCF officer.
  • Qualified on all control positions in the facility
    which include Tower Supervisor, Local Control, Ground Control, Flight Data, RADAR supervisor, Approach Control, Special Use Airspace Control (Desert Control), RADAR Final Control, and RADAR Data.

Air Traffic Control Tower Supervisor

US Navy
Sigonella, Sicily/Italy
03.2017 - 03.2019
  • Meticulously managed the Air Activity Traffic Report allowing continuous operations in support of US, NATO, and EU mission.
  • As Airfield Vehicle Operator Course Instructor, facilitated instruction enhancing airfield safety.
  • Utilized communications systems to direct movement of pilots and ground personnel.
  • Assisted aircraft in emergency situations to increase preparedness and quick response, providing guidance and support.
  • Managed training sessions to educate new air traffic controllers, applying best practices and complying with regulations.

Airport Operations Duty Officer/Air Traffic Control Specialist

US Navy
Fallon, NV
11.2013 - 02.2017
  • Utilized communications systems to direct movement of pilots and ground personnel.
  • Collaborated with maintenance crews and air traffic control to resolve problems and facilitate seamless operations.
  • Investigated and reported accidents, incidents, or safety concerns to appropriate personnel and authorities.
  • Established and maintained communication with air traffic control and other airfield personnel as required.
  • Executed regular airfield inspections, identifying and reporting safety hazards or issues to supervisor.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

University of Maryland Global College
Maryland, NY
07.2018 - 12.2022

Skills

Organization and Time Management

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Timeline

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

University of Maryland Global College
07.2018 - 12.2022

Facility Watch Supervisor

US Navy
03.2018 - Current

Air Traffic Control Tower Supervisor

US Navy
03.2017 - 03.2019

Airport Operations Duty Officer/Air Traffic Control Specialist

US Navy
11.2013 - 02.2017
Jackie TarrisAir Traffic Control Specialist