Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Numerous Awards
Languages
Events
Timeline
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Dillon Nickens

Boonville,IN

Summary

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

United States Naval Sea Cadet Corps

US Navy
03.2019 - Current
  • Developed leadership skills in junior cadets by assigning them challenging tasks and responsibilities.
  • Promoted teamwork and collaboration among cadets by organizing team-building activities and exercises.
  • Upheld the highest standards of professionalism and integrity, serving as a positive role model for cadets to emulate in their own careers.
  • Conducted physical training to keep fit and perform job duties productively.
  • Nurtured a culture of continuous improvement among both staff and cadets through ongoing education and professional development opportunities.

Little League Umpire

Boonville Little Leauge
05.2021 - Current
  • Supported player development by providing constructive feedback on their performance during games.
  • Encouraged open dialogue between umpires, coaches, parents, and league officials regarding rule interpretations or suggested improvements within the organization.
  • Improved overall game experience by resolving disputes between coaches, players, and spectators in a professional manner.
  • Increased player understanding of rules by explaining calls in a clear and concise manner when necessary.

Busser

Commanders Grill
09.2023 - 11.2023
  • Reset and cleaned tables quickly to prepare for new customers.
  • Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
  • Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
  • Completed side work duties, ensuring that all necessary supplies were stocked for shift success.

Education

High School Diploma -

Boonville High School
Boonville, IN
05-2026

High School Diploma -

Southern Indiana Career & Technical Center
Evansville, IN
05-2026

Skills

  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Clear communication
  • Decision-making
  • Team collaboration
  • Professional appearance
  • Effective problem solving

Numerous Awards

Meritorious Recognition Ribbon-Second highest award in the program- Awarded for putting other before self in a dangerous environment after a tornado in Mayfield KY.(2021)

Indiana State Police Summer Camp-Platoon leader of over 100 kids.-Won award for being top cadet who represented the whole platoon in fitness and respect-displaying what it means to be a state trooper.(2024)

Won a sportsmanship award in baseball for the 2024-2025 season.(2024)

DAR Outstanding Cadet Medal/Ribbon-Awarded for proudly representing national pride.(2022)

NLUS Youth Medal/Ribbon(2022)

First Citation Ribbon-Presented for outstanding leadership ability's(2023)

Second Citation Ribbon- Presented for assisting citizen who was severely injured after a slip(2024)

Commendation Ribbon-Awarded for alerting law enforcement about a school shooting.(2024)

Commendation Ribbon-Awarded for urging fellow cadet to get the mental help they needed(2023)

NSCC Staff Cadet Ribbon-4x(2022-Present)

Drug Reduction Service Ribbon-(2023)

Color Guard Ribbon-(2023)

Recruiting Incentive Ribbon-3x(2020,2021,2024)

Physical Fitness Ribbon-5x-(2020-Present)

Marksmanship Ribbon-(2021)

Academic Achievement Ribbon-4x(2020-Present)

Community Service Ribbon-2x(2019,2023)

Languages

German
Elementary

Events

Accepted and attending United States Naval Academy Summer Seminar(2025)

Accepted and attending Indiana Hoosier Boys State(2025)

Accepted and interviewed for Health Science of Indiana summer internship.(2025)

Invited and attending United States Naval Academy Candidate Visit Weekend(2025)

Was invited as a guest to attend dinner with Indiana Speaker of The House(2024)

Participated as a page for Indiana senator in Indianapolis(2022)

Attended United States Naval Academy Summer STEM(2023)

Attended Indiana State Police Summer Leadership Experience- Won award for top camper out of 100 other campers(2024)

Attended United States Military Academy Virtual STEM(2022)

Was Command Chief at 4 USNSCC recruit trainings(2021,2022,2023,2024)

Attended and staffed over 4 medical relate trainings in USNSCC(2021-Present)

Volunteered for local Honor Flights for war veterans(2023-Present)

Participated in model United Nations as a nations diplomat(2021-2022)

Participated in over 4 Wreath Across America events(2019-Present)

Held presentations on drug reduction (2022-Present)

Participates in a Chief review board that decides on the next generation of leaders in the USNSCC(2024-Present)

Participates as a private family tutor(2024-2025)

Timeline

Busser

Commanders Grill
09.2023 - 11.2023

Little League Umpire

Boonville Little Leauge
05.2021 - Current

United States Naval Sea Cadet Corps

US Navy
03.2019 - Current

High School Diploma -

Boonville High School

High School Diploma -

Southern Indiana Career & Technical Center
Dillon Nickens