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Melanie  Duckstein

Melanie Duckstein

Chief Warrant Officer Three Retired
Saint Pauls,NC

Summary

Experienced non-medical Care Provider offering one years of expertise providing in-home care. Complete domestic duties, helped the patient with self-care and hygiene and provide companionship. Friendly and engaging with strong attention to detail. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Knowledgeable Accountant proficient in laws and procedures governing business operations, tax filings and regulatory compliance. Handles detail-oriented work in methodical and organized fashion. Leverages field expertise, resourcefulness and diligence to make positive impact on business operations. Adept at managing budgets, payroll, invoicing and general accounting functions. Instrumental in keeping business operations fully compliant and working within budgetary guidelines. Resourceful Accounting professional with seven years of experience in audit preparation and reporting. Reliable business professional with experience in project management, process improvement and financial analysis. Proven track record of successfully streamlining business operations and reducing costs. Adept at analyzing data to identify trends and developing strategies to improve efficiency. Forward-thinking Operations Specialist bringing 24 years of expertise in air-ground integration for DOD sector businesses. Cultivates rapport with individuals to optimize project goals and output, resolve complex problems and deliver innovative improvement strategies. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite to include Tentpole Programs such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, OneNote. Additional programs include: Outlook, Publisher, Access, OneDrive, and Skype. I can produce Military Decision Making Process documents to include Warning Orders, Operations Orders, Fragmentary Orders, etc. I have been part of Crisis Action Planning (CAP) for the Air Force and understand input requirements for the Joint Force Commander with the Service Component Requirements. I am able to coordinate large movement requirements for Air-Land sequence, and drops. Landing Zone and Drop Zone set ups and execution. I can coordinate non-combatant evacuation operation (NEO) requirements and execution. As a quick learner I’m eager for a challenge into areas of complexity. Prior military experience includes retail experience as an associate, and management duties.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Primary Caregiver

Independently
Saint Pauls, NC
05.2022 - Current
  • (24/7, $190,000)
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being. Administered medication as directed by physician. Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care. Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives. Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders. Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed. Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance. Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment. Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives. Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders. Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces. Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed. Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips. Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping. Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs. Assisted patients with self-administered medications. Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager. Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.

Senior Air Traffic and Airspace Management Officer

United States Army
Fort Drum, NY
08.2019 - 05.2022
  • (70 hrs., $115,000)
  • Air Traffic Airspace Management Technician (ATASMT) for 10TH Mountain Division providing expertise in Air Traffic Services (ATS), airspace, and airfields. Lead and trained Division's Airspace Element (AE) section consisting of one additional warrant officer, four NCOs, and three junior enlisted Soldiers. Coordinated with and trained Division's five Air Defense Airspace Management (ADAM) cells on roles, responsibilities, and implementation of Tactical Airspace Integration System (TAIS). Responsible for planning and developing Division's Unit Airspace Plan (UAP) and leading AE within Joint Air Ground Integration Center (JAGIC). Coordinates with Air Force's Air Support Operations Center (ASOC) to integrate all Divisions airspace users and control Division airspace. Served as Divisions airspace, airfield, and ATS liaison for FAA, Wheeler Sack Army Airfield (WSAAF), and local flying area FORSCOM Monthly Aviation Readiness Review officer. Force multiplier who operated along side leadership through development of highly effective systems and personal involvement in mentorship. Focused on development of junior leaders through deliberate counseling and effective training, moved Soldiers at brigade and division levels from technical experts on assigned systems to experts within field. Recognized as a Distinguished Author by Director of The Center for Army Lessons Learned for analysis and synthesis of critical lessons learned for Army and Joint Force in respects to airspace management and control. Expert in applying advanced methods and techniques for analyzing difficult and complex logistic problems and issues then determining quick and concise alternative courses of action. Knowledgeable of various safety regulations, best practices, resource management, budgeting and logistical planning for foreign countries and governments and civilian organizations.

Senior Air Traffic and Airspace Management Officer

United States Army
Ramstein Air Base, Germany
05.2015 - 08.2019
  • (70 hrs., $127,000)
  • Providing airspace management expertise to the 603rd Air Operations Center (AOC) supporting EUCOM/AFRICOM combat airspace planning in the 31.7 million square mile area, And105 countries. Assists in establishing airspace control procedures with service components, coalition forces, host nation, And government partners in support of air defense weapon systems, artillery/fires systems, fixed wing, rotary wing, unmanned aerial systems (UAS), along with ground force airspace users operating in USAREUR and USAFRICOM AOR. Reviews joint service and coalition planning documents to safely integrate airspace
  • Primary Air Traffic Control Systems examiner for the Tactical Airspace Integration System (TAIS)
  • Master Resiliency Trainer Equal Opportunity and Equal Employment Opportunity Advisor to a two-star command on all issues relating to EEO complaints, to include interviews, hearings, resolutions, adjudications
  • Managed logistical contracts for external exercise support in excess of $2 million. Expert knowledge of NATO’s multiple program management principles, policies, procedures, techniques and global practices
  • Sole Airspace Manager within EUCOM and AFRICOM. Certified digital master gunner for TAIS. Certified on The NATO Integrated Command and Control Software for Air Operations (ICC), able to plan, joint service assets for US based systems and platforms, along with NATO. and coalition partner assets and monitor the execution for immediate and dynamic operational changes in support of the Joint force Commander. BCD Newsletter Editor

Air Traffic and Airspace Management Officer

United States Army
Various , IN
05.2012 - 08.2015
  • (70 Hrs., $150,000)
  • Three years as WO1 and Junior CW2, I modernized airspace for the country of Kuwait as the USARCENT, G32 Airspace Officer. Conducted operations with Ministry of Defense and Kuwaiti Senior Military Leaders, recognized by Kuwaiti Army General, despite being a female. Conducted operations in support of Operation Atlantic Resolve across the Europe and the Baltic States, as a Platoon Leader with 12th CAB. Controlled arrivals and departures and transitioned aircraft across airfield and flight line.
  • Reviewed requests for activities impacting National Air Space (NAS) and Special Use Airspace (SUA) management. Identified, analyzed, resolved and reported hazards and procedural issues affecting or potentially affecting safe and timely outcomes. Utilized communications systems to direct movement of pilots and ground personnel. Researched continually to stay up to date on new FAA rules and policies. Developed and implemented air traffic control strategies, optimizing airspace.
  • Observed surroundings, alerting pilots to potential hazards and advising on altitude, speed and navigation.
  • Monitored aircraft departure and arrival times to determine accuracy and report delays.
  • Directed aircraft during takeoff, en-route, and landing, providing clear and precise guidance to pilots.
  • Utilized computerized flight planning and automated tracking systems for flight activity monitoring.
  • Coordinated with FAA to determine compliance with all regulations.
  • Scrutinized flight patterns to determine available airspace and prevent collisions.
  • Managed training sessions to educate new air traffic controllers, applying best practices and complying with regulations.
  • Participated in emergency simulations and drills to increase readiness.
  • Used radar and radio communications to accurately identify and monitor air traffic.
  • Assisted aircraft in emergency situations to increase preparedness and quick response, providing guidance and support.
  • Identified most efficient methods to improve traffic flow by analyzing traffic data.
  • Identified potential safety hazards with audits and recommended improvements based on findings.
  • Generated reports on collected traffic data, complete with charts and diagrams to illustrate data.

Air Traffic Controller

United States Army
Fort Bragg, NC
10.1997 - 05.2012
  • (70 Hrs., $150,000)
  • Enlisted as an Air Traffic Controller, quickly promoting through the ranks to being selected for promotion to Master Sergeant and Warrant Officer, simultaneously and chose to attend Warrant Officer Candidate Course, as opposed to accepting Master Sergeant Promotion.
  • Facility Chief of Hanau Army Airfield, Germany. Facility Chief Kandahar Tower, Afghanistan. Federal Aviation Administration(FAA) Facility Examiner, Kandahar Tower, Afghanistan. Qualified Aviation Equipment includes Tactical Tower (7A), Air Traffic Navigation Integration and Coordination System (ATNAVICS), Tactical Terminal Control System (TTCS)
  • Digital Master Gunner for the Tactical Airspace Integration System (TAIS). Examiner for both the 7A and TAIS systems for the last 11years.
  • I am well versed on National and International standards for both ATS and Airspace Management

Education

High School Diploma - General Studies

Tar Heel High School
Tar Heel, NC
08.1992 - 05.1995

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice

University of North Carolina At Pembroke
Pembroke, NC
08.1995 - 10.1997

Commissioned Warrant Officer - Airspace Management

Warrant Officer Candidate Course
Fort Rucker, AL
04.2012 - 08.2012

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

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Additional Information

igital Master Gunner for Tactical Airspace Integration System (TAIS): Certified on all aspects of the TAIS; Individual Qualification Training (IQT), Operations, Plans, Airspace (awarded ASI "5A"): Certified to work in the Air Force Air Operation Center (AOC) to manage airspace for the joint service community; Joint Firepower Course (awarded ASI "5U"): certified to plan for the integrated air, surface and naval fires in support of ground operations; AVN WO Advanced Course graduate; Netherland Air-Ground Operations School: NATO Joint Airspace Control Course: Certified to de-conflict, plan, and synchronize NATO air-ground operational requirements for the daily aviation requirements; German Air Operations Command: AirC2 Advanced Course. Equal Opportunity Adviser Course (awarded SQI “Q”), certified EEO Mediator, Advanced Noncommissioned Officer Course, Basic Noncommissioned Officer Course, Primary Leadership Development Course, Advanced Individual Training (Air Traffic Control), Basic Combat Training.

Timeline

Primary Caregiver

Independently
05.2022 - Current

Senior Air Traffic and Airspace Management Officer

United States Army
08.2019 - 05.2022

Senior Air Traffic and Airspace Management Officer

United States Army
05.2015 - 08.2019

Air Traffic and Airspace Management Officer

United States Army
05.2012 - 08.2015

Commissioned Warrant Officer - Airspace Management

Warrant Officer Candidate Course
04.2012 - 08.2012

Air Traffic Controller

United States Army
10.1997 - 05.2012

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice

University of North Carolina At Pembroke
08.1995 - 10.1997

High School Diploma - General Studies

Tar Heel High School
08.1992 - 05.1995
Melanie DucksteinChief Warrant Officer Three Retired