Nia Iman Baxter
Operations & Team Management
CHULA VISTA,CA
Summary
Results-driven management professional with 12+ years of experience leading operations, supervising personnel, managing budgets, coordinating projects, and improving organizational performance in fast-paced environments. Hold an Associate of Science in Business Management from Southwestern College and a proven track record of developing teams, streamlining processes, ensuring compliance, and delivering exceptional customer service. Recognized for strong leadership, operational improvement. Seeking a management position where leadership, operations, and project coordination expertise can drive organizational success.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations & Team Management Leader
US Navy
San Diego, Ca
02.2014 - 06.2026
- Supervise, train, and mentor teams of up to 25 personnel while coordinating daily operations in high-volume, fast-paced environments.
- Manage operational budgets exceeding $1.7 million while ensuring compliance, accountability, and efficient resource allocation.
- Oversaw cash collection programs, audits, reporting, and internal controls with 100% accountability and accuracy.
- Coordinate operations supporting facilities serving more than 18,000 personnel while maintaining high standards of service and operational readiness.
- Lead workforce development initiatives, training programs, and performance management efforts that improve productivity and team effectiveness.
- Plan and execute large-scale events, employee engagement programs, fundraising initiatives, and community outreach activities.
- Streamline operational processes, improve workflow efficiency, and maintain quality, safety, and compliance standards.
- Produce executive-level reports, analyze performance metrics, and provide recommendations supporting leadership decision-making.
- Foster positive workplace culture through employee recognition, mentorship, and team-building initiatives.
- Consistently recognized for leadership, initiative, professionalism, and operational excellence.
Education
Associates of Science (A.S.) - Business Management
Southwestern College
01-2026
Skills
- OSHA Certified
- Food Safety Manager Certification
- Food Service Management
- Personnel Financial Management
- Records Management
- Advanced Leadership Training
- Operational Risk Management
LEADERSHIP & COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
- Recreational Committee President, Planned and executed fundraising events, morale programs, and employee engagement initiatives supporting hundreds of personnel and families., Coordinated event logistics, budgeting, volunteer management, and stakeholder communication.
- Community Volunteer, Supported United Through Reading and Blue Star Families through volunteer service and community outreach initiatives., Contributed to programs focused on family support, literacy, and community engagement.
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Operations Management
- Team Leadership
- Project Coordination
- Budget Administration
- Staff Development
- Event Planning
- Process Improvement
- Compliance Management
- Customer Service Excellence
- Workforce Scheduling
- Inventory Management
- Records Management
- Strategic Planning
- Training & Mentorship
- Microsoft Office Suite
Timeline
Operations & Team Management Leader
US Navy
02.2014 - 06.2026
Associates of Science (A.S.) - Business Management
Southwestern College