1. NICOLE S. PADGETT
24233 Rutherford Rd., Ramona, CA 92065
( 619 ) 373-2563
Nicole.s.padgett75@gmail.com
www.linkedin.com/pub/nicole-padgett/78/76a/9b6
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Human Resources Manager and Military Veteran with a Top Secret Security Clearance and 9 years of proven
experience in the United States Air Force. Accomplished measurable results while leading teams of 7-41 in a
dynamic, fast - paced environment. Possess a comprehensive background in Sexual Assault Response coordination
derived from conducting domestic and global operations in Germany and Iraq. Managed risk upon multiple lines to
protect assets, property, and equipment valued over $55M while meeting the expectations of senior leadership.
Possess extensive knowledge in Personnel Staffing. Recipient of multiple awards for outstanding performance and
professionalism. Career supported by a Master of Arts Degree.
 Leadership  Budget Management  Human Resource Management
 Process Improvement
 Community Outreach
 Training and Development
 Policy Implementation
 Organization/Communication
 Microsoft Office Suite
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE – Various Locations 2005 – 2014
Deputy Chief – Readiness Operations
 Led 7-person accountabilityteam to track deployed to Europe, Africa, and throughout the Middle East
 Monitored Deliberate Crisis Action Planning and Execution Segment (DCAPES) accountability program to
identify staffing needs for critical missions
 Collaborated between various departmental leaders and 22 human resources teams to provide Human
Resources support to over 2,000 personnel spread across 69 separate locations
 Implemented Command and Control working group to establish information flow to executive leadership
on vital situations throughout Europe and Africa
Sexual Assault Response Coordinator
 Implemented, developed, and managed a sexual assault prevention and response program supporting over
54,000 employees from inception to complete stand-up
 Managed a $65K annual budget to execute program and training requirements
 Trained and directed 75 victim advocates in accordance with federal, Department of Defense (DOD) and
US Air Force (USAF) policy
 Briefed executive leadership on trend analysis, operating budgets, program metrics, and recurring status
reports monthly and quarterly
 Advised senior leadership on program decisions to include implementing new base policies and training of
all key personnel on base
 Created and conducted 40-hour victim advocate initialand refresher training; courses were implemented
across all military installations in region
 Developed and conducted annual training to 12,000 employees in accordance with DOD policies and
Congressional orders
Staff Officer – Commander’s Action Group
 Supported executive leadership as well as 8 directorate leaders and a staff of 775 personnel
 Reviewed and re-wrote employee handbook
 Developed detailed training for executive-level courses including in-briefings and handouts
 Collected and compiled input from 5 directorates for the House Armed Services Committee hearings on
military Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR)
 Managed $66.8M fitness operations budget; coordinated and distributed $55.2M for projects including
facilities renovations

2. _______________________________________________________________NICOLE S. PADGETT, PG. 2
Staff Officer – Commander’s Action Group (Cont.)
 Streamlined data call for Overseas Contingency Operations funds; reduced distribution time by 50%
Human Resources Manager
 Mentored and led a team of 41 Human Resources Specialists to provide support for over 4,500 employees
and 40,000 retirees
 Advised executive leadership on personnel processes and quality force programs
 Improved Base Level Service Delivery Model; resulted in staffing 3,000 positions and reducing response
time by 50%
 Refined promotion process; resulted in on-time completion rate by 30% and #1 rating out of 13 human
resources departments
 Scheduled all work shifts; ensured employee coverage of all grocery sections to maintain operations for a 24
hour work period
EDUCATION
Master of Arts, Information Technology Management, Webster University, St. Louis, MO – 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Interdisciplinary Studies, Valdosta State University, Valdosta, GA – 2004
MILITARY TRAINING
Squadron Officer School, US Air Force (USAF), Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, TX – 2011
Sexual Assault Response Coordinator Training, USAF, Ramstein Air Force Base, Ramstein, Germany – 2010
Human Resource Management School, Maxwell Air Force Base, Montgomery, AL – 2005
SELECT AWARDS
Air Force Commendation Medal (2)
Air Force Achievement Medal
Iraq Campaign Medal
Sexual Assault Response Coordinator of the Year Award – 2012
Company Grade Officer of the Month Award – 2012
Company Grade Officer of the Quarter Award– 2009, 2013