The County has 10 great Employee Resource Groups (ERG). They are each led by a respective board who all demonstrate commitment and stewardship of its members to the various sectors of our community.

Get to know African American Association of County Employees (AAACE) Secretary Nikki Horton, an operations support manager with Probation.

Q: How long have you worked for the County and what departments have you worked for?

A: I have worked for the County of San Diego for 17 years. I have had the pleasure working for both Health and Human Services, as well as Probation.

Q: What do you do in your role/what are your job responsibilities?

A: I am an operations support manager with San Diego County Probation. I manage 30 professional staff who provide administrative and operational support to our department, working closely with sworn personnel, our clients and collaborative partners.

My specific role is responsible for planning, organizing and directing the operational activities of all adult and juvenile site offices and/or facilities.

Additionally, I am responsible for formulating and implementing policy and procedures related to service operations.

Q: What’s your workplace superpower?

A: Engaging with my co-workers, staff.

Q: Tell us a little bit about yourself outside of work.

A: I enjoy reading and am an avid sports fan.

Football: Los Angeles Chargers
Favorite Quarterback: Justin Herbert
NBA: Los Angeles Clippers

Q: What are you passionate about?

A: Equitable treatment and opportunities for the community we serve, as well as our County workforce.

Q. What is the best advice you’ve received from a mentor?

A: Cultivate relationships and continue to learn, grow and strive to be the best you can be.

Q: What are some resources that you find useful and recommend to others?

A: I recommend employees review the D&I Digests. They provide a wealth of useful information.

Q: Tell us about your ERG.

A: AAACE, under President Dr. Keisha Clark, is an employee resource group for employees of the County of San Diego. Membership consists of County employees, students and members of the community with an interest in diversity and a skilled work force as well as promoting the African American culture on a local level.

Q: Why are ERGs important?

A: ERGs are important as they provide great networking opportunities for all County employees. ERGs promote personal and professional growth and assist in providing a wealth of resources in equity, diversity and inclusion.

Q: What is your ERG looking forward to this year?

A: Increasing our membership, engaging with the community and collaborating with the County in our student outreach efforts.