1. Thomas Nickels Active Duty, HR Professional
thomas.nickels1984@gmail.com | 616.309.3939
12648 Windy Willows Drive North | Jacksonville, FL 32225
OBJECTIVE
To apply my disciplined working knowledge of Human Resources practices, sales acumen, and ability to excel in
various environments in transition from the United States Navy to the corporate environment.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
United States Navy – Enlisted Classifier, PS2 (HR/ Recruiting) 5/2009-present
 Awarded Sailor of the Year 2015 for Recruiting District Jacksonville Florida
 Received recognition as “Most likely to Succeed” during Classifiers training at the Navy Recruiting
Command Orientation Recruiting Unit school house
 Flag letter of Commendation received from Admiral for excellence in work performed
 Only enlisted naval service member of E4 ranking worldwide to be selected as an active Classifier
 Responsible for selecting job placement and manning requirements for Navy entrance candidates for District
of Jacksonville – place new recruits into their job classification based on skill set, interview, position
availability, and ASVAB test scores.
 Individually served as travel supervisor on the USS Nimitz for audit and entry liquidation of travel claims;
liquidating $2.4 million in travel for approximately 3,700 active duty personnel
 Active Secret Security Clearance (valid through 2019, can be renewed)
Plummers – Outside Sales Representative 2007-2008
Grand Rapids, MI
 Individually responsible for acquiring new accounts to expand the business and profits
 Maintaining client relationships and retention
Berger’s Chevrolet – New Vehicle Sales Associate 2006-2007
Grand Rapids, MI
 Received award for Sales Associate of the Month within the first three months of employment
 Responsible for extensive product knowledge, client procurement and relationship building, and significant
sales acquisition
Additional work experience available upon request
EDUCATION
Post University | Pursuing Bachelor’s in Human Resource Management 2014
 Expected graduation in 2016. Upper level GPA 3.3
Grand Rapids Community College | Associate’s degree 2006
ACTIVITIES | ACHIEVEMENTS
 Volunteer work at the Morale, Wellness, and Recreation department on Naval Air Station, Jacksonville: move
equipment and donations from old facility to new facility
 Volunteer during Fleet Week, preparation and serving of food to Naval and Civilian guests to celebrate Naval
achievements in Coronado, California
 Attend/facilitate veteran focused career fair, partnering with a financial services Human Resources
department
 Volunteer within local community through time and donations to local senior citizen’s home at the memory
unit.