Nicholas Bacoka
Millington,TN
Summary
Accomplished Human Resources Coordinator with a proven track record at Navy Personnel Command, adept in talent acquisition and training development. Excelled in enhancing safety protocols and operational efficiency, demonstrating exceptional interpersonal skills and a commitment to workforce planning. Successfully trained 11 U.S. Navy Anti-Piracy crews, showcasing strong leadership and operational management capabilities.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Human Resources Coordinator
Navy Personnel Command
Millington, TN
10.2021 - Current
- Compiled and monitored data for209 Navy school houses manning levels. Ensuring student through keep U.S. Navy deployable assets manned.
- Communicate to executives new personnel policies and their implications and results keeping leadership appraised of employee impact.
- Coordinated training sessions for new hires improved team skills and knowledge and preventing lapse in performance during HR turnover.
Boat Captain
Maritime Expeditionary Security Squadron 2
Virginia Beach, Virginia
10.2017 - 09.2021
- Executed joint force and international exercises, integrating U.S.M.C. forces, Naval Special Warfare assets, Bahraini, Saudi Arabian and Qatari forces. as well as pioneering new intelligence collection operations.
- Enhanced safety measures by implementing strict protocols and conducting regular equipment checks on all weapons, navigation, communication and engineering equipment. Resulting in failures at home and internationally.
- Maintained open communication channels employing, line of site, Hi Frequency, and Satellite communications, between commercial, military, ships, small boats, and aircraft regarding voyage progress or any emergent issues requiring attention.
- Maintained vessel in pristine condition through diligent cleaning, maintenance, and repairs for optimal performance..
- Led the safe execution of live fire operations both ashore and at sea coordinating multiple craft/unit engagement integrating aircraft and boats.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Anti-Piracy Assessor
Afloat Training Group Middle Pacific
Virginia Beach, Virginia
09.2014 - 08.2017
- Led a team of 8 Sailors providing them all necessary documents and instructions and training to assess Anti-Piracy for the U.S. Navy.
- Trained 11 U.S. Navy Anti-Piracy crews, in weapons handling and tactics at sea, intelligence collection, crew management, boat handling, and after action submission. Resulting in successful deployments for all 11 Destroyer crews.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Foreign Military Trainer
Maritime Civil Affairs and Security Training
Virginia Beach, Virginia
09.2011 - 08.2014
- Subject matter expert in creating accurate training content for Anti-Piracy, Weapons, and Small Boat Security.
- Trained Evaluated 13 military units effectiveness implementing training initiatives, by tracking participant progress and gathering feedback for continuous improvement. Units trained executed international media level antiterrorism action as well as interrupting illicit cargo movement at sea internationally.
- Expert at planning and executing international travel for small and large units ensuring all authorities, embassies and travel requirements met.
- Provided one-on-one mentoring to help individuals reach their full potential within their organizations.
- Coached employees on best practices, providing constructive feedback to support their professional growth.
Boat Captain
Maritime Expeditionary Security Squadron 4
Virginia Beach , Virginia
06.2009 - 08.2011
- Enhanced safety measures by implementing strict protocols and conducting regular equipment checks.
- Executed security missions for U.S. High Value Assets internationally.
- Maintained vessel in pristine condition through diligent cleaning, maintenance, and repairs for optimal performance.
- Provided swift emergency response when needed by utilizing expert knowledge in first aid procedures as well as search-and-rescue operations at sea.
- Assessed course and weather to manage crew safety.
- Led the training of new crew members to ensure they were well-prepared for their roles onboard the vessel as it pertains to safety practices and operational tasks.
Boatswain's Mate
U.S.S. Harry S. Truman
Norfolk, Virginia
06.2006 - 06.2009
- Navigated vessel routes and used navigation equipment to verify accuracy of calculations.
- Docked and undocked vessel using radios, depth finders, radars, lights, lighthouses and buoys to make safe and accurate operational decisions.
- Verified presence of cargo-handling gear, lifesaving equipment and dredging gear prior to departures.
- Managed efficient supply and food replenishment at port stops.
- Loaded cargo according to ship capacity and appropriate weight load distribution.
Education
Batchelors of Divinity - Theological Studies
International Reformed Baptist Seminary
Mansfield 02.2024 - Current
Skills
Human resources management
Training development
Talent acquisition
Microsoft office and docusign
Staff management
Workforce planning
Superb interpersonal skills
Interdepartmental coordination
Exceptional communicator
Administer training modules
Operations management
Onboarding, training, and development
Certification
Master Training Specialist
Timeline
Batchelors of Divinity - Theological Studies
International Reformed Baptist Seminary
02.2024 - Current
Human Resources Coordinator
Navy Personnel Command
10.2021 - Current
Boat Captain
Maritime Expeditionary Security Squadron 2
10.2017 - 09.2021
Anti-Piracy Assessor
Afloat Training Group Middle Pacific
09.2014 - 08.2017
Foreign Military Trainer
Maritime Civil Affairs and Security Training
09.2011 - 08.2014
Boat Captain
Maritime Expeditionary Security Squadron 4
06.2009 - 08.2011
Boatswain's Mate
U.S.S. Harry S. Truman
06.2006 - 06.2009