Abbie Cottle
PO Box *** - Delta Junction, AK **737
***** *** *. ***** **. 65401
************@*****.***
Objective: Seeking a Position using my Professional experience (Aviation, Administration,
Geospatial Engineering, Weather Observationist, Safety and Security, Administration and
Operations Management).
Knowledge
-Aviation
Controlled takeoffs, flight, and landing of IFR/ VFR/ SVFR air traffic. Provided flight
following, en-route routing, terminal approach control and ground controlled approach services.
Expert in Communications using multiple systems.Provided oversight and counsel to other
controllers in accordance with FAA Regulations. Developed new training programs to suit the
changing needs of the Controllers, the FAA regulation updates and Pilots desires.Regularly
obtained insight from Pilots, Controllers, Maintenance Workers to provide better Safety, and for
the Orderly and Expeditious Flow of Air Traffic. Kept records, logs and compiled reports as
required. Assisted flight-line personnel in assigning crew and passengers to aircraft and assists
aviators in preparing flight plans, processes flight plans and arrival reports for transmission to
flight and air traffic control centers. Acted as the Sole go between for Controllers, Airfield
Maintenance Personnel, Pilots and Safety for all Airfield needs. **Wrote a Technical Manual
based on Pilot and Controller needs for the use of Pioneering use of the Tactical Airspace
Integration System (TAIS)Expert in communications.Wrote a series of Field Training manuals in
support of training new controllers and weather observers. Gather information in investigations
of Airfield Safety and Security Reports DA2696 (Operational Hazard Reports) by obtaining the
statements of all participants and witnesses.
-Administrative
Plans, controls, and executes mission operations from regiment through battalion level.
Prepares detailed plans which support execution of policies and strategy.
Determines training needs of the 3rd Regiment and prepares and supervises training to support
those needs.
Establishes policies and standards for unit readiness and supervises unit efforts to meet readiness
standards.
Establishes the composition of forces required to support plans, from the fiscally constrained
force to the resourced force level.
Documents the force and makes recommendations concerning the Tables(s) of organization and
Equipment (TO&E).
Is the TNSG expert in the “how to” of training, as well as development and management of
training functions.
Plans and evaluates military operations.
Prepares and reviews operations and concept plans to include simulation exercises.
Establishes and monitors policy and standards for unit readiness.
Is concerned with the execution of operations, plans, and training in support of assigned missions.
-Security
Conducted multi-level security checks both in the U.S. and Overseas. Proficient in
multiple Weapons Training including the M16 and Glock40. Exercise sound judgement in
determining appropriate action when there is a reasonable suspicion to detain, when probable
cause exists to search and arrest, and when force may be used and to what degree. Strong ability
to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures.In-depth ability to gather data,
compiles information, and prepares reports. Committed to enhancing knowledge of security
techniques. Completed intensive military security training program. Completed Alaska Armed
Guard licensing. Proficient in Security Checks and Searches. TSA certified. Uses clear
communication skills when communicating with people by giving information, mediating
disputes, advising of processes and rules, and de-escalating altercations. Conducted routine
searches of vehicles and individuals.Proficient in Basic lifesaving techniques and training. CPR
trained. Expert in operating security systems including two-way radios, video equipment, two-
way convex mirrors, and X-Ray machinery.
-Geospatial Engineering
Received Product Requests, Received Intelligence Data, and Received Client Needs and
compiled specialized Geospatial Products for Specific Military needs. Extracted terrain data from
remote sensed imagery, field reconnaissance, digital data, existing topographic products and other
collateral data sources. Records analysis results addition to a classified SECRET graphic data
base. Draws, scribes, digitizes and scans cultural, topographic, hydro-graphic, and/or other
features on overlay/scribing surfaces or in digital formats.Provided extensive data analysis and
map products to Panel of Officers for Command decisions.
-Integration Analyst and Configuration Management. Receives
requests for maintenance and other operations from several different sections, then applies
production process and safety measures. Factors in other ongoing maintenance and operations in
order to integrate the work request into the system schedule.Uses the appropriate approval
channels for each step in the process. Analyzes and records each step.
-Retention and Recruiting NCO Worked
with Potential Soldiers and Current Soldiers to meet their needs in order to meet the personnel
requirements of the United States National Guard. Identified key issues and worked with
Supervisors and Commanders to resolve any issues a soldier may have that would prevent them
from Enlisting/Re-Enlisting. Implemented a program for identifying deployed soldiers family 's
needs and tending to them in the soldiers absence. Applied process requirements and followed
procedure for Re-Enlistment Moneys, GI Bill Benefits and Student Loan Repayment Programs in
order to assure all possible benefits were maximized prior to Enlistment/Re-Enlistment .
-Supervision/ Administration Ensured
that the facility operated according to military and FAA rules and regulations. Conducted monthly
training to meet proficiency standards. Evaluated operational effectiveness of facility systems,
subsystems, and equipment. Typed military and nonmilitary correspondence in draft and final
copy. Prepared correspondence. Proofread typed documents against source documents.
Assembled final product for review, authentication, or other disposition. Prepared registered or
certified mail for dispatch. Opens, sorts, routes, and delivers incoming correspondence and
messages. Prepared suspense control documents and maintain suspense files. Signs receipt for,
and picks up registered and certified mail. Dates and dispatches outgoing correspondence and
messages. Prepares and maintains functional files per MARKS. Receives publications, establishes
and maintains publications library. Conducted periodic review of files to ensure proper filing of
correspondence. Controlled use of reproduction facilities and reviews item to be reproduced. Plan
and organize office operations to include publications and forms administration and office
administrative procedures. Wrote the office SOP, job descriptions, and directives. Determine
requirements for office equipment, supplies, and space. Requisites, receives, inventories, and
signs hand receipts for office equipment. Coordinate administrative activities with other
organizational elements and staff sections. Served as custodian of classified documents. Signs
receipts for, logs, inventories, files, and secures classified documents. Prepared documents for
destruction or other disposition. Ensured proper accountability of documents based upon degree
of classification.
Skills and Abilities
Air Traffic Control, Topographic Analysis, Administration, Security, Safety and Management,
NOAA Weather Observation Certified Seven years Air Traffic
Control experience Federal Aviation Administration
Control Tower Operator Certified Served as a Certified Control Tower
Operator in two towers, one of which was a Non-Radar Approach facility
Three years experience as a Shift Supervisor and two
years experience as a Training Supervisor
Wrote an FTM on the TAIS
NSTC Certified
Operate a motor vehicles during both the day and night; in remote
settings and in hazardous road conditions caused by factors such as rain, snow, sleet, ice, fog,
smoke, and dirt roads. Trained for driving in extreme winter driving conditions. Field
Sanitation Qualified
Chaplains Assistant Qualified
Human Factors in Safety Trained
In addition to the last ten years of jobs I have also occupied the following: UPS Loader, Waitress,
Clerk, Laborer and Cashier, Administration, Snow Plow operator.
Job History
NOAA Weather Observationist
PRL Logistics - Deadhorse, AK
August 2012 to June 2013
Security, Weather and Air Traffic Advisory
Doyon Security - Kuparuk AK
August 2012 - January 2013
Configuration Management and Admin
Boeing SMDC - Fort Greely, AK
June 2012 - March 2012
Schedule Integration Analyst
SMDC - Fort Greely, AK
January 2011 to June 2011
Tower Controller/Flight Operations and Transient Support
Allen Army Airfield - Fort Greely, AK
September 2009 - October 2010
Retention and Recruiting
Army National Guard Armory - Lawton, OK
February 2008 - January 2009
Terrain Analyst
Schofield Barracks - O‘ahu, HI
October 2007 - January 2008
Air Traffic Control Specialist
Camp Page ROK,
Pentagon Heliport, DC
Davison Army Airfield, VA
Fort Rucker, AL
February 2001 - October 2007
Education
NOAA Weather licensed 2013
TSA Qualified 2012
NSTC Certified 2012
Aviation Safety
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach, FL
June 2010 to Present
Topographic Analysis
Fort Belvoir Geospatial Academy - Fort Belvoir, VA
September 2000 to January 2001
Air Traffic Control
Fort Rucker Air Traffic Control School -
2000 - 2001
Certificate of Training
AN/FSC127 Voice Communication Switch System
Touch Entry Operator Course
Course Title: Air Traffic Control Operator
Location: AVIATION SCHOOL at FT RUCKER, AL
From: 09/15/2000 to 01/2001
Course Title: Topographic Analysis Course
From: 04/15/2007 To: 09/15/2007
Course Title: MANAGER DEVELOPMENT
From: 06/15/2010 To: 09/06/2010
Equipment Qualification
AN/ FSC-92 (V) Air Traffic Control Communications Switching System
AN/ FSC-127 Voice Communication Switching
Automated Weather Distribution System (AWDS)
Local Weather Network System (LWNS)
Digital Voice Recording System
TTCS
Falcon View, ESRI, ERDAS, ARC 9.2
AWOS and Weather Observation equipment