Don Clark
Saint Augustine,FL
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Reliable employee seeking a part-time or full-time position offering excellent communication and good judgment skills. Dedicated employee and previous business owner with a history of meeting company goals while utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Golf Course Groundskeeper/Maintenance Crew Member
Palencia Golf Club
Saint Augustine, FL
04.2023 - Current
- Operated and maintained golf course irrigation systems to ensure optimal turf health.
- Supervised daily maintenance tasks for fairways, greens, and bunkers to uphold course quality.
- Trained junior staff on best practices for landscaping and equipment use to enhance team performance.
- Implemented scheduling for mowing and fertilization to align with seasonal growth patterns.
- Monitored and adjusted chemical applications to maintain environmental safety standards and turf health.
- Collaborated with management on strategic initiatives to improve overall course aesthetics and playability.
- Conducted regular assessments of turf conditions to identify areas for improvement and remediation efforts.
Security Officer
S.A.F.E. Management
Jacksonville, FL
07.2021 - Current
- Security and Field Incursion Team member during Jacksonville Jaguar home games. Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
Golf Course Grounds Operator II (Agronomy)
PGA Tour At TPC Sawgrass
Ponte Vedra, FL
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Operate required agronomy equipment for the daily operation and set-up of Dyes Valley course at TPC Sawgrass.
- Various golf course maintenance project’s required for the continued daily operations.
- Worked the 2022 Players Championship tournament.
Business Owner/Operator
Dirty Deeds CrossFit
02.2016 - 05.2021
- Devised and deployed sales and marketing tactics to drive strategic growth and support achievement of revenue goals.
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
- Served as primary point-of-contact with suppliers and contractors to achieve inventory expectations.
- Listened to member concerns and resolved issues promptly to maintain satisfaction.
- Maintained compliance with core CrossFit principles and standards when providing both individual and group instruction.
Correctional Officer/Counselor/Appeals Coordinator
California Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
02.1996 - 11.2017
- Responded to attorney inquiries and litigation notices.
- Created, composed and maintained appeal response templates.
- Coordinated with the Warden to compose appeal responses.
- Acted as a departmental resource on appeals matters.
- Contributed to development of appeals functions, including workflows, policies and procedures, staff training and documentation.
- Maintained strong knowledge of basic medical terminology to better understand services and procedures.
- Acted as CDCR Appeals subject matter expert, answering internal and external questions and inquiries.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs and scheduled activities.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls and showers.
- Notified victims of upcoming inmate releases.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals and medical appointments.
- Received and accounted for personal possessions and determined inmate work assignments.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Mercy San Juan/American River Hospital
06.1991 - 02.1996
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
Hospital Corpsman
United States Navy
02.1987 - 06.1991
- Administered medical care for range of conditions and basic health concerns including immunization, medications and blood draws.
- Rendered emergency medical treatment and administered immunization programs.
- Provided leadership, delegation and exceptional medical service in high-pressure situations.
Diesel Mechanic
S & M Diesel
07.1984 - 02.1987
- Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure and more as part of service orders.
- Discussed repairs with customers and advocated for vehicle safety.
- Disassembled and repaired diesel engines in automobiles, trucks, buses and construction vehicles.
- Used specialty equipment, standard tools, and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
- Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires and other vehicle systems.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement.
Education
No Degree - Pre-med Courses (106 Units Completed)
American River College
Sacramento, CAHigh School Diploma -
Mountain View High School
Vancouver, WA06.1984
Skills
- Tactical planning
- Operations management
- Staffing oversight
- Project Management
- Staff Management
- Customer Relations
- Microsoft Office
- Conflict De-Escalation
- Firearms Safety and Security
- Retired Law Enforcement
Accomplishments
- Supervised and collaborated with CrossFit coaches and staff members in the development of athletes and workout programming.
- Achieved improved healthcare markers in athletes by completing one-on-one training/modifications with accuracy and efficiency in workouts.
Certification
- Florida State Security Officer License (July 2022-August 2024)
- CPR/BLS
Timeline
Golf Course Groundskeeper/Maintenance Crew Member
Palencia Golf Club
04.2023 - Current
Golf Course Grounds Operator II (Agronomy)
PGA Tour At TPC Sawgrass
08.2021 - 08.2022
Security Officer
S.A.F.E. Management
07.2021 - Current
Business Owner/Operator
Dirty Deeds CrossFit
02.2016 - 05.2021
Correctional Officer/Counselor/Appeals Coordinator
California Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
02.1996 - 11.2017
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Mercy San Juan/American River Hospital
06.1991 - 02.1996
Hospital Corpsman
United States Navy
02.1987 - 06.1991
Diesel Mechanic
S & M Diesel
07.1984 - 02.1987
No Degree - Pre-med Courses (106 Units Completed)
American River College
High School Diploma -
Mountain View High School