In 1991, Dane acted in his first film role as a corrections officer in the crime-thriller Ricochet.

In the following years, Dane played small roles in popular television series' such as The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Hangin' with Mr. Cooper, Boy Meets World, Martin, Friends, Sister, Sister, Monk and Girl Meets World.

Dane received the most recognition for his role as Hank, the head of security, in The Office.

[1] He also played the role of a judge in Netflix's Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp.

In 1999, Dane returned to film, acting in such movies as Restraining Order, Joy Ride, Reflections: A Story of Redemption, Ralph & Stanley, Beautiful Dreamer, For Heaven's Sake, StarStruck, and Bridesmaids.