Rachel Williams
Hurlbuer Field,FL
Summary
Results-Driven Professional U.S. Air Force Combat Veteran with 24 years in executive administration and training. Led strategic planning and project management initiatives to optimize organizational readiness. Achieved cost savings through resource allocation while enhancing team collaboration and driving process improvements. Dynamic Senior Enlisted Leader with expertise in project management, strategic planning, and operations oversight. Proven track record of enhancing organizational effectiveness and driving performance improvements.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Enlisted Leader, Personnel Programs Divison
US Air Force, Air Force Special Operations Command
Hurlburt Field Air Force Base, Florida
06.2025 - Current
- Led multiple enterprise‑level initiatives across AFSOC, managing scope, timelines, and stakeholder alignment to deliver policy, training, and manpower solutions supporting mission‑critical operations.
- Oversaw force-development and training programs portfolio, aligning requirements and resources with organizational priorities to meet strategic goals.
- Directed cross‑functional working groups to resolve complex career‑field challenges, producing actionable recommendations adopted at command and headquarters levels.
- Conducted performance reviews of subordinates, offering targeted recommendations to improve team effectiveness and operational output.
- Identified process improvements and resource reallocation opportunities, driving cost savings and optimizing operational efficiency.
Senior Enlisted Leader, Wing Staff Agencies
USAF, 96th Test Wing
Eglin Air Force Base, Fl
10.2022 - 06.2025
- Oversaw daily operations for Wing Staff Agencies, directing functional teams to synchronize execution of high-profile programs supporting wing objectives.
- Advised wing leadership on strategic planning and organizational performance, improving alignment with mission objectives.
- Translated commander intent into actionable plans, ensuring execution across multiple functional areas.
- Strengthened organizational readiness through targeted interventions and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Conducted operational assessments to identify capability gaps, implementing corrective actions that enhanced overall operational effectiveness.
Senior Enlisted Leader, Group Staff
USAF, 27th Special Operations Group
Cannon Air Force Base, NM
10.2020 - 10.2022
- Directed daily operations across multiple Group Staff agencies, managing diverse teams to synchronize execution of high-visibility projects that improved support for special operations flying squadrons.
- Oversaw end-to-end project lifecycles, defining requirements and coordinating stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of initiatives critical for operational readiness.
- Led cross-functional working groups to tackle complex organizational challenges, producing actionable solutions implemented across the group.
Education
MBA - Data Analytics
University of The Incarnate Word
San Antonio, TX05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
University of Maryland College
Adelphi, Maryland05-2017
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
University of Maryland College
Adelphi, Maryland05-2014
Associate of Science - Information Resource Management
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, Alabama05-2014
Skills
- Project management
- Strategic planning
- Operations oversight
- Resource allocation
- Performance management
- Change management and implementation
- Quality improvement
- Interagency coordination
- Employment training
- Leadership skills
- Supervisory skills
- Policy writing
Certification
Professional Management Certificate
Accomplishments
Meritorious Service Medal
Timeline
Senior Enlisted Leader, Personnel Programs Divison
US Air Force, Air Force Special Operations Command
06.2025 - Current
Senior Enlisted Leader, Wing Staff Agencies
USAF, 96th Test Wing
10.2022 - 06.2025
Senior Enlisted Leader, Group Staff
USAF, 27th Special Operations Group
10.2020 - 10.2022
MBA - Data Analytics
University of The Incarnate Word
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
University of Maryland College
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
University of Maryland College
Associate of Science - Information Resource Management
Community College of The Air Force