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Kenneth Andrew Libbin

Springfield,MO

Summary

Dedicated and skilled professional seeking a Fire Lookout position, leveraging diverse experience as a volunteer firefighter, paramedic, and air traffic controller. Proficient in utilizing standard fire finders, compasses, and geographic maps to accurately locate smoke and assess fire characteristics. Experienced in reporting critical information-including azimuth, distance, and smoke behavior-via radio to support fire suppression efforts. Adept at monitoring weather conditions and advising personnel on changes that may affect operations. Committed to maintaining lookout equipment and ensuring the station is orderly. Passionate about promoting fire prevention through education and outreach, while serving as a key contact for public engagement. This experience equips me with strong observational skills, effective communication, and the ability to make rapid decisions in high-stress situations.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Student

Missouri State University
01.2024 - 07.2024
  • Physician Assistant Studies (MSU-PAS)

Family Caregiver

03.2023 - 01.2024
  • Provided temporary care for a family member, demonstrating strong organization and time management skills
  • Managed household responsibilities, appointments and healthcare coordination between family and healthcare providers
  • Utilized effective communication and problem-solving abilities during this period

Air Traffic Controller

42d Operations Support Squadron, Maxwell AFB
, AL
02.2015 - 03.2023
  • Utilized both visual methods and advanced radar and tracking systems to monitor and assess the movement of multiple aircraft, ensuring safe distances and compliance with air traffic regulations
  • Employed various navigational aids and tools to determine flight paths, much like using standard fire finders and geographic maps to locate observed smoke in fire lookout operations
  • Estimated distances and altitudes of aircraft, paralleling the assessment of fire sizes and characteristics
  • Analyzed flight data and weather patterns to anticipate changes that could impact flight safety
  • Relayed critical information and instructions to pilots and ground personnel via radio, akin to reporting azimuth, distance, and behavior of smoke to fire suppression teams
  • Maintained constant vigilance over airspace conditions, evaluating changes in traffic and weather, like observing smoke behavior and environmental factors in fire management
  • Implemented emergency procedures during critical situations, providing timely updates to teams, much like advising fire personnel of changing weather conditions affecting fire response
  • Documented flight patterns and weather conditions, maintaining detailed logs that could be compared to daily weather observations and smoke plume records in fire lookout duties
  • Conducted routine checks and minor adjustments on navigational and communication equipment, reflecting the responsibility of maintaining lookout equipment in fire tower operations
  • Worked closely with fellow controllers and support teams, including fire suppression and dispatch personnel, to ensure efficient operations, mirroring the collaborative efforts of fire lookouts coordinating with dispatch and fire suppression personnel
  • Trained to plot location information of aircraft incidents, or other relevant locations, using coordinates, landmarks, azimuth, distance and bearing
  • Served as a point of contact for inquiries and information, promoting safety protocols and regulations along with providing informational briefings for local schools and organizations, like engaging with the public during fire prevention outreach efforts
  • Supervisor: Jayson Eddelman - (334-953-2134)
  • Salary: Varied $74,000 to $79,000; GS-2152-10; Full-time (40 hours/week)

Volunteer Fire Fighter

Waugh / Mt Meigs Volunteer Fire Department
Montgomery, AL
03.2013 - 02.2023
  • Responded to emergency calls, including fires, medical emergencies, and hazardous material incidents
  • Conducted fire suppression and rescue operations while providing first aid and emergency medical care
  • Participated in regular training sessions to enhance firefighting skills, equipment operation, and safety protocols
  • Engaged with the community through fire prevention education programs and outreach initiatives
  • Maintained firefighting equipment and ensured the fire station was fully operational and ready for emergencies
  • Collaborated effectively with team members to execute emergency response plans and contributed to a safe and prepared community environment
  • Supervisor: Mike Green (334-277-2153)
  • Salary: None; As needed (15 hours/week)

Paramedic

Haynes Ambulance
Montgomery, AL
06.2014 - 07.2022
  • Delivered immediate medical care and assessed patient conditions in high-pressure environments, demonstrating the ability to remain calm and focused, like the demands of monitoring fire conditions
  • Effectively communicated critical information to medical teams and dispatch via radio, ensuring accurate and timely updates, akin to reporting smoke behavior and fire conditions to fire personnel
  • Conducted thorough evaluations of emergency scenes, utilizing observational skills to assess environmental factors and potential hazards, paralleling the use of tools to locate smoke and estimate fire characteristics
  • Maintained accurate records of patient conditions, treatment provided, and incident details, like logging daily weather observations and smoke plume information in fire lookout operations
  • Continuously monitored patient vital signs and conditions, akin to observing changes in smoke volume, color, and behavior, ensuring a responsive approach to evolving situations
  • Collaborated with medical teams and other emergency responders to ensure cohesive care delivery, mirroring the teamwork required in coordinating with fire suppression crews
  • Provided guidance and education to patients and bystanders about safety protocols, like promoting fire prevention measures and explaining regulations to the public
  • Conducted regular checks and minor repairs on medical equipment, reflecting the responsibility of maintaining lookout tools and ensuring operational readiness
  • Utilized strong analytical skills to make quick, informed decisions during emergencies, comparable to evaluating fire weather data and advising fire personnel on changing conditions
  • Assisted in training new paramedics on procedures and protocols, paralleling the education aspect of informing visitors about fire prevention methods
  • Supervisor: Ron Warner - (334-265-1208)
  • Salary: $12,000; As needed (12 hours/week)

Superintendent

42d Operations Support Squadron, Maxwell AFB
, AL
07.2013 - 12.2014
  • Coordinated squadron operations, managing personnel and resources to ensure mission readiness
  • Utilized radar, maps, and charts to monitor aerial and ground activities, reporting coordinates and patterns to maintain situational awareness
  • Assessed environmental data to issue advisories, communicating changes to ground units for safe response
  • Recorded operational data and performed equipment maintenance to ensure functionality
  • Engaged with visitors, explaining protocols and promoting safety, while processing documents in tracking systems to support operations
  • Supervisor: Keith Lefevre (334-953-7627)
  • Salary: Varied, approximately $60,000; Full-time (60 hours/week)

Executive Officer

42d Mission Support Group, Maxwell AFB
, AL
10.2012 - 07.2013
  • Managed executive support for Mission Support Group leadership, coordinating complex administrative and operational activities to ensure seamless mission execution
  • Acted as primary liaison for inter-departmental communications, facilitating information flow across units
  • Oversaw scheduling, task prioritization, and project tracking for leadership to optimize resource allocation and operational efficiency
  • Conducted detailed analyses of personnel and logistics data, preparing reports and recommendations for strategic planning
  • Drafted official correspondence, policy briefs, and presentations to support command initiatives
  • Organized and managed executive-level meetings, overseeing agendas and action items
  • Ensured compliance with Air Force standards, maintaining operational readiness and supporting high-level decision-making
  • Supervisor: Col Michael Borgert (334-953-4204)
  • Salary: Varied, approximately $58,000; Full-time (60 hours/week)

Control Tower, Chief Controller

42d Operations Support Squadron, Maxwell AFB
, AL
10.2010 - 10.2012
  • Led all air traffic control tower operations, managing personnel and resources to ensure safe, efficient movement of military and civilian aircraft
  • Supervised real-time monitoring and navigation of airspace, providing critical instructions to pilots on altitude, speed, and direction
  • Coordinated with ground crew and nearby control towers to ensure seamless communication and response in high-traffic, high-stakes environments
  • Conducted training for air traffic controllers, reinforcing protocol adherence and emergency procedures
  • Maintained operational readiness by overseeing equipment checks, troubleshooting, and routine maintenance
  • Documented daily operational activities, weather conditions, and incident reports, ensuring accurate records for compliance and performance evaluation
  • Supervisor: Keith Lefevre (334-953-7627)
  • Salary: Varied, approximately $56,000; Full-time (60 hours/week)

ATC Watch Supervisor, Control Tower

42d Operations Support Flight, Maxwell AFB
, AL
08.2008 - 10.2010
  • Supervised tower operations, employing radar, visual spotting equipment, and aeronautical maps to locate and track aircraft
  • Estimated distances and provided exact coordinates, reporting aircraft position, altitude, and movement characteristics to command and responding teams
  • Continuously observed airspace, reporting changes in weather, wind, or visibility that could impact mission safety, advising pilots and ground crew on significant conditions
  • Used radio communications to alert personnel to any hazards affecting air operations
  • Documented daily weather, visibility, and activity observations in logs, maintaining accurate records and photo documentation of incidents
  • Managed and maintained tower equipment, calibrating and adjusting as necessary
  • Coordinated with surrounding towers and command centers, relaying messages on emergency events, weather changes, and safety hazards
  • Served as a key point of contact, providing information on safety protocols and explaining relevant regulations to visitors
  • Reviewed reports for completeness, entered essential information into tracking systems, and conducted database searches to support operational needs to include tracking controller proficiency training requirements and air traffic count information
  • Supervisor: Christopher Frost (334-953-5022)
  • Salary: Varied, approximately $52,000; Full-time (40 hours/week)

ATC Watch Supervisor, Control Tower

482d Air Base Squadron, Moron Air Base
, Spain
04.2007 - 08.2008
  • Oversaw tower operations, utilizing radar, visual tracking tools, and navigation charts to monitor and track aircraft
  • Assessed distances and provided precise coordinates, relaying aircraft position, altitude, and movement details to command and response teams
  • Maintained continuous airspace surveillance, updating pilots and ground personnel on any weather, wind, or visibility changes that could affect mission safety
  • Communicated hazards via radio to ensure operational safety
  • Recorded daily observations of weather, visibility, and activity in logs, maintaining thorough records and photographic documentation of events
  • Handled tower equipment maintenance, performing calibration and adjustments as required
  • Facilitated coordination with nearby towers and command centers, sharing information on emergencies, weather updates, and safety alerts
  • Acted as a main point of contact, informing visitors on safety protocols and regulations
  • Verified report accuracy, entered key information into tracking systems, and performed database searches to track controller proficiency, training requirements, and air traffic metrics
  • Supervisor: Glen Echeverri
  • Salary: Varied, approximately $42,000; Full-time (40 hours/week)

Air Traffic Controller, Watch Supervisor

1st Special Operations Support Squadron, Hurlburt Field
, FL
04.2005 - 04.2007
  • Oversaw tower operations, using radar, visual tools, and maps to track aircraft positions, altitudes, and movements
  • Conducted continuous airspace monitoring, updating pilots and crews on weather, wind, and visibility changes affecting safety
  • Communicated hazards via radio and maintained precise records, including weather logs and photos
  • Performed equipment calibration and coordinated updates with nearby towers on emergencies and safety
  • Served as a primary contact for visitors, clarified safety protocols, and tracked data on controller training and air traffic
  • Supervisor: Keith Cole
  • Salary: Varied, approximately $36,000; Full-time (48 hours/week)

Student

Defense Language Institute
Monterey, CA
08.2004 - 04.2005
  • Attended Defense Language Institute's Spanish Basic Language Course
  • Completed the training course with a 3.3 GPA
  • Supervisor: Gregory Lane
  • Salary: Varied, approximately $36,000; Full-time (40 hours/week)

Air Traffic Controller

47th Operations Support Squadron, Laughlin AFB
, TX
08.2000 - 08.2004
  • Managed aircraft separation and safe landing procedures using radar systems, visual displays, and communication equipment
  • Monitored and tracked aircraft movements within designated airspace, providing real-time instructions to pilots for altitude, speed, and heading adjustments
  • Analyzed weather conditions and air traffic patterns to ensure safe operations, relaying critical information to ground personnel and emergency response teams
  • Documented all flight activities, including arrivals and departures, maintaining accurate logs and reports
  • Coordinated with adjacent air traffic control facilities to ensure seamless operations and effective communication
  • Acted as a key point of contact for operational procedures and safety regulations, ensuring compliance with Air Force standards
  • Conducted regular equipment checks and troubleshooting to maintain operational readiness
  • Supervisor: Greg Bartlett
  • Salary: Varied, approximately $32,000; Full-time (40 hours/week)

Education

Bachelor of Science - Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic)

University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL
12.2022

Associate of Arts - Spanish

Defense Language Institute
Monterey, CA
06.2008

Associate of Applied Sciences - Airway Sciences

Community College of the Air Force
Maxwell AFB, AL
05.2008

Associate of Applied Sciences - Logistics

Community College of the Air Force
Maxwell AFB, AL
05.2008

Skills

  • Skilled and knowledgeable professional with a strong background in fire safety and emergency response, drawing on experience as a volunteer firefighter, paramedic, and air traffic controller
  • Proficient in using standard fire finders, compasses, and geographic maps to accurately locate smoke and assess fire characteristics
  • Exceptional ability to report critical data-including azimuth, distance, and smoke behavior-using radio communication
  • Adept at monitoring changing weather conditions and advising fire suppression personnel accordingly
  • Strong organizational skills in maintaining records, logbooks, and lookout equipment
  • Experienced in public engagement, promoting fire prevention programs, and educating visitors on safety regulations

Certification

  • Volunteer Fire Fighter
  • Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations
  • Fire Instructor I
  • Fire Fighter II
  • Emergency Vehicle Driver
  • Paramedic
  • Control Tower Operator
  • Designated Examiner

References

Provided Upon Request

Accomplishments

  • Air Force Exemplary Civilian Service Award, 2023
  • Graduated summa cum laude, University of South Alabama, 2022
  • 42d Air Base Wing Civilian (Category II) of the Year, 2016

Timeline

Student

Missouri State University
01.2024 - 07.2024

Family Caregiver

03.2023 - 01.2024

Air Traffic Controller

42d Operations Support Squadron, Maxwell AFB
02.2015 - 03.2023

Paramedic

Haynes Ambulance
06.2014 - 07.2022

Superintendent

42d Operations Support Squadron, Maxwell AFB
07.2013 - 12.2014

Volunteer Fire Fighter

Waugh / Mt Meigs Volunteer Fire Department
03.2013 - 02.2023

Executive Officer

42d Mission Support Group, Maxwell AFB
10.2012 - 07.2013

Control Tower, Chief Controller

42d Operations Support Squadron, Maxwell AFB
10.2010 - 10.2012

ATC Watch Supervisor, Control Tower

42d Operations Support Flight, Maxwell AFB
08.2008 - 10.2010

ATC Watch Supervisor, Control Tower

482d Air Base Squadron, Moron Air Base
04.2007 - 08.2008

Air Traffic Controller, Watch Supervisor

1st Special Operations Support Squadron, Hurlburt Field
04.2005 - 04.2007

Student

Defense Language Institute
08.2004 - 04.2005

Air Traffic Controller

47th Operations Support Squadron, Laughlin AFB
08.2000 - 08.2004

Bachelor of Science - Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic)

University of South Alabama

Associate of Arts - Spanish

Defense Language Institute

Associate of Applied Sciences - Airway Sciences

Community College of the Air Force

Associate of Applied Sciences - Logistics

Community College of the Air Force

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