Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
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Cory Dicks

Mountainhome,AR

Summary

Highly skilled golf course superintendent with proven expertise in maintaining pristine playing conditions and enhancing player experience. Strong focus on team collaboration, strategic planning, and resource management to achieve optimal results. Adept at adapting to changing conditions and ensuring seamless operations. Known for leadership, agronomic knowledge, and ability to use critical thinking in stressful situations.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Superintendent

Twin Lakes Golf Course And Association
07.2020 - Current
  • Assisted in maintaining safety protocols and compliance standards on job sites.
  • Supported project management teams by organizing and updating schedules and documentation.
  • Learned to operate construction tools and equipment under supervision, prioritizing safety practices.
  • Contributed to team meetings by providing input on project progress and challenges faced.
  • Adapted quickly to new responsibilities within fast-paced environments, ensuring smooth operations.
  • Managed multiple simultaneous projects while maintaining strict deadlines and adhering to budget constraints.
  • Prepared the annual maintenance budget.
  • Ensured the greens were maintained properly with moisture readings and ensured a proper watering routine.
  • Make sure the golf course was in great playable shape everyday.
  • Very engaged with all members on the plan and direction golf course was being maintained.

Paramedic

NARMC
09.2014 - 07.2019
  • Administered advanced life support and emergency medical care to patients in critical conditions.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans.
  • Trained and mentored junior paramedics in emergency response protocols and procedures.
  • Implemented process improvements that enhanced response times during emergencies.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of patients to determine immediate medical needs and interventions.
  • Maintained comprehensive documentation of patient care activities and treatment provided.
  • Managed inventory of medical supplies, ensuring readiness for emergency responses at all times.
  • Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
  • Developed and maintained the ability to work very well under pressure in high stress situations.
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.

Paramedic

Baxters Health Care
08.2009 - 09.2014
  • Coordinated transport logistics for patients requiring specialized medical attention at hospitals.
  • Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
  • Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
  • Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
  • Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities such as conferences or workshops to stay current on best practices in pre-hospital emergency medicine.
  • Contributed to community outreach efforts by participating in public education events on CPR, first aid, and emergency preparedness.

Education

Associate of Science - Turf Management

North Arkansas College
Harrison, AR
07-2022

Associate of Science - General Studies

Arkansas State Univeristy
Mountain Home, AR
05-2022

Associate of Applied Science - Paramedic Technology

Arkansas State University
Mountain Home, AR
12-2008

Skills

  • Integrated pest management
  • Soil fertility management
  • Controlling costs
  • Administering budgets
  • Troubleshooting equipment
  • Irrigation system maintenance
  • Budget development
  • Turfgrass management
  • Turf disease control
  • Course renovation planning
  • Overseeing irrigation
  • Chemical applications

Accomplishments

Helped grow membership from 158 to currently at 317 after 3 years of improving the golf course playing conditions.


Certification

GCSAA member

Arkansas pesticide license

AA in Turf Management

AA in Paramedic Technology

Timeline

Superintendent

Twin Lakes Golf Course And Association
07.2020 - Current

Paramedic

NARMC
09.2014 - 07.2019

Paramedic

Baxters Health Care
08.2009 - 09.2014

Associate of Science - Turf Management

North Arkansas College

Associate of Science - General Studies

Arkansas State Univeristy

Associate of Applied Science - Paramedic Technology

Arkansas State University