Portia Braxton
Raleigh
Summary
Accomplished professional and Air Force veteran with extensive experience in administration, HR, and operations management. Skilled in leading teams, streamlining processes, and executing programs that enhance employee productivity and organizational effectiveness. Proven track record in strategic recruitment, performance management, and project execution, delivering measurable improvements in efficiency, accuracy, and cost reduction. Detail-oriented problem-solver with a talent for aligning initiatives with organizational goals, driving continuous improvement, and fostering staff development. Effective communicator and leader, adept at managing multiple priorities while ensuring timely, cost-effective results.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Tenant Aviation Resource Management Supervisor
US AIR FORCE
Pope AAF, NC
01.2015 - 12.2019
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve resource management, including scheduling, standardization, evaluation, and staff training.
- Managed operational and personnel records, ensuring accuracy, regulatory compliance, and adherence to organizational standards.
- Improved transparency and accountability by redesigning workflows, enhancing systems and supporting audit processes.
- Designed and launched a digital records and training management program that improved data accessibility and analysis, increasing decision-making effectiveness by 88%.
Squadron Aviation Resource Management Supervisor
US AIR FORCE
Pope AAF, NC
01.2011 - 12.2015
- Developed and implemented operational resource management strategies, including scheduling, standardization, evaluation, and staff training to improve efficiency.
- Managed operational and personnel records, ensuring accuracy, compliance with organizational policies, and adherence to regulatory standards.
- Streamlined workflows and updated systems to improve transparency, support audits, and reduce overall labor hours by 15%.
- Designed and launched a digital profile and training management program that improved data access and analysis, increased decision-making effectiveness by 88%, and was recognized as a best practice for evaluation and adoption across other departments.
Assistant Supervisor, Squadron Aviation Resource Management
US AIR FORCE
Pope AAF, NC
01.2008 - 12.2011
- Interpreted and communicated strategic priorities by reviewing operational and training reports to ensure accuracy, compliance, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Coordinated all aspects of resource and training management, including operational and staff training activities, to meet performance objectives.
- Supervised daily operations by setting training standards, conducting performance evaluations, and maximizing staff effectiveness.
- Mentored and trained 26 staff members, organizing 12 on-the-job training sessions that improved operational accuracy and achieved a 90% compliance rate.
Education
MBA - Business Management
American Military University
Charles Town, WV02-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Management, Concentration in Human Resource Management
American Military University
Charles Town, WV02-2024
Associate of Science (AS) - Aviation Resource Management
Community College Of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL04-2016
Skills
- Strategic recruitment planning
- HR consulting services
- Staff recruitment and retention
- Resource management
- Program planning and execution
- Performance management
- Employee relations
- Conflict resolution
- Compensation and benefits
- Data analysis and communication
- HR compliance
- HR policies and procedures
Timeline
Tenant Aviation Resource Management Supervisor
US AIR FORCE
01.2015 - 12.2019
Squadron Aviation Resource Management Supervisor
US AIR FORCE
01.2011 - 12.2015
Assistant Supervisor, Squadron Aviation Resource Management
US AIR FORCE
01.2008 - 12.2011
Associate of Science (AS) - Aviation Resource Management
Community College Of The Air Force
MBA - Business Management
American Military University
Bachelor of Arts - Management, Concentration in Human Resource Management
American Military University
Training
- Senior Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education
- Several Human Resource Management Courses
- ACC Aviation Resource Management Report Writer Course
- Aviation Resource Management Fundamentals
- USMEPCOM Human Resources Employees WEB
- Telework Fundamentals - Employee Training
- Government Purchase Card Training
- Air Force Training Course
Websites, Portfolios, Profiles
www.linkedin.com/portia-braxton