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Pamela T. Schmecht

North Richland Hills,United States

Summary

Competent Airfield Operations employee effective at handling Airfield Operations in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Veteran of Aviation Operations and skilled in managing people, projects, drone operations and administrative operations. Offering over 31 years of experience and dedication to business success.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Airport Duty Manager and IOC Bridge Manager

DFW International Airport
07.2018 - 12.2023
  • Skilled at creating communication to improve cross-functional collaboration; ensured safety and security were maintained during regular and irregular operations throughout the airport; provided knowledge and instruction on coordination calls resolving critical events, operational activities, security-related activity, security breaches, weather events, and violations of rules and regulations; Strong leadership history, scheduling tasks, using software and cloud-based applications, monitoring project progress, preparing reports.
  • Managed staff scheduling for optimal coverage, ensuring efficient operations during peak hours.
  • Trained employees in essential job functions.
  • Mentored and supported junior staff members to apply best practices and follow procedures.
  • Supervised and coordinated team to provide guidance and support and maximize performance.

Airfield Operations Officer

DFW International Airport
03.2015 - 07.2018
  • Ensured the safety, precision, and efficiency of aviation activities conducting daily FAR 139 inspections; served as a liaison between the Airport and contractors during construction activities; coordinated and directed maintenance and construction work on runways, taxiways, aprons, and terminal facilities; coordinated special events on the Airfield.
  • Updated and published standard operating procedures (SOPs) using stakeholder, customer and employee input and feedback resulting in clearer and more useful instruction for users.
  • Provided excellent customer care to maintain and improve customer relations, strengthen loyalty and increase product and service sales.

Aviation Operations

Retired U. S. Army
01.1992 - 01.2016
  • Provided strong performance management strategies to enhance operational efficiency; responsible for assisting in planning, preparation, conduct, and supervision of all activities in peace, war, and world conflict operations
  • Participated in command and control of Department of Defense (DOD) homeland defense efforts and coordinated defense support of civil authorities.
  • Reduced risk to aviation operations by identifying potential hazards and implementing effective mitigation strategies.
  • Maintained comprehensive knowledge of current industry trends, regulatory requirements, and best practices for safe aviation operations.
  • Demonstrated exceptional leadership skills while overseeing the daily activities of multiple teams within the aviation operations department.
  • Developed comprehensive training programs for new hires to ensure a smooth transition into the role of Aviation Operations Officer.

Assistant Airfield Officer

DFW International Airport
08.2001 - 03.2015
  • Conducted Daily, Irregular, and Emergency inspections in accordance with FAR 139; represented Airfield Operations during 9/11 as the Airfield Liaison; First Responder to all ALERTs on the Airfield and led Airfield Operations with all events in association with ALERTs; conducted any and all operations as the Airfield Officer's representative.
  • Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
  • Maintained strict adherence to industry regulations, minimizing risk exposure for the organization.
  • Enhanced communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
  • Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.

Airfield Compliance Officer

DFW International Airport
01.2004 - 01.2005
  • Ensured adherence to AC 150/5370-10H - Standard Specifications for Construction of Airports regulatory standards and construction project specifications; coordinated with Construction teams and oversaw construction processes, reviewed documentation, and conducted inspections of construction sites on the Airfield.
  • Managed relationships with regulators, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure transparent operations.
  • Assisted with internal and external audits to confirm compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous improvement through ongoing evaluation and refinement of compliance program elements.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address compliance concerns, fostering a culture of shared responsibility.

Airfield Operations Agent

DFW International Airport
08.1999 - 08.2001
  • Supported the National Weather Service, Stakeholders and Construction teams with Escort Operations on the Airfield.
  • Assisted in FAR 139 inspections on runways, taxiways, safety areas and conducted security inspections of the Central Terminal Area
  • Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the Airfield team by actively soliciting feedback on processes and performance to identify areas for potential enhancement.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices, trends, and technologies by attending and completing digital training sessions.
  • Established and maintained communication with air traffic control and other airfield personnel as required.

Education

Kansa City Community College
7250 State Ave, Kansas City, KS 66112

Skills

  • Understanding FAR Part 139 regulations that enhance airfield safety
  • Works well under extreme pressure
  • Word, Excel, Power Point proficient
  • VEOCI and VHF Radio proficient
  • Possesses effective management, communication, delegation and conflict resolution skills
  • Possesses situational awareness of aviation operations,
  • Displays outstanding professionalism, technical expertise, and leadership skills

Personal Information

U.S. Army Aviation Veteran who served in 7 deployments.

Worked as part of the DFW Airport Operations family from 1999-2023.

Belong to St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church in Keller

Certification

Airport Snow Expert (ASE) Certificate September 2022
Certified knowledge of how to operate safe, efficient, and successful winter operations that meet regulatory
and fiscal requirements of a FAR Part 139 certificated airport, including:
regulations that enhance airfield safety understanding FAR Part 139
snow and ice control plan
fleet of equipment and staffing winter event cost analysis

National Incident Management System (NIMS)Certificates:

ICS-100: Introduction to the Incident Command System

ICS-200: ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents

IS-700: National Incident Management System, An Introduction

IS-800: National Response Framework, An Introduction

Timeline

Airport Duty Manager and IOC Bridge Manager

DFW International Airport
07.2018 - 12.2023

Airfield Operations Officer

DFW International Airport
03.2015 - 07.2018

Airfield Compliance Officer

DFW International Airport
01.2004 - 01.2005

Assistant Airfield Officer

DFW International Airport
08.2001 - 03.2015

Airfield Operations Agent

DFW International Airport
08.1999 - 08.2001

Aviation Operations

Retired U. S. Army
01.1992 - 01.2016

Kansa City Community College

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