John Dicks

• Supported the lead teacher in implementing behavioral intervention plans and individualized education plans for 25 students with diverse behavioral needs
• Assisted in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to ensure the safety and well-being of students and staff
• Implemented and reinforced behavior management strategies and positive reinforcement techniques to support student's social and emotional development

• Selfless mentor to 30+ student-athletes per year
• CPR and First Aid certified
• USA Today 'Team of the Year' 2019

• Directly mentored, educated, and evaluated over 50 coaches
• Created a yearly coaching education program for the coaches within the organization, the first of its kind in San Antonio
• Directly responsible for the management and growth of the largest soccer club in San Antonio, Texas with over 2,000 registered youth and adults
• Supported execution of development program to retain and grow coaching staff.

• Directly supported the mission readiness of the 502nd Air Base Wing
• Reported directly to the commander of the 359th Medical Group on the readiness of the medics and warfighters
• Gave weekly briefings to medical group leaders regarding the status of projects and deployment readiness statistics
• Fostered a positive work environment by cultivating strong relationships among team members and promoting open communication channels.
• Improved overall unit efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and procedures.
• Implemented effective conflict resolution strategies, successfully mediating disputes between personnel while fostering professional growth opportunities for all parties involved.
• Provided oversight of maintaining and establishing policies and standards as they pertained to the governing of all medical, dental, and healthcare support programs
• Oversight of a $20 million budget and equipment valued at over $5 million

• Principal role model for over 400 trainees annually in US Air Force Basic Military Training, totaling over 1,600 highly trained Airman
• Supervised, led, and instructed trainees on the fundamentals essential to instill discipline, pride, teamwork, and Air Force core values
• Maintained comprehensive records on each trainee to ensure strengths, weaknesses, and adaptability factors were documented
• Directly responsible for a dormitory and resources worth over $1 million
• Unit Deployment Manager in support of the first-ever Iraqi Air Force Basic Military Training
• Supported the planning and execution of housing and relocation efforts for refugees displaced by Hurricane Katrina and housed at Lackland AFB, TX, coordinating logistics and providing essential support for effective and humane assistance
• Fostered resilience among military personnel by integrating stress management techniques into daily routines.
• Implemented strict adherence to safety protocols throughout all aspects of training, minimizing risk while maximizing learning opportunities.

• Transportation and Security Director for the Surgeon General of the United States Air Force annual medical services conference (2003, 2004)
• Planned and coordinated security and transportation to and from the airport and around Omaha, NE for over 100 attendees, including 20 Generals from every USAF medical facility in the United States and overseas facilities
• Collaborated directly with the office of the United States Air Force Surgeon General to pinpoint opportunities for streamlined transportation and security during the annual conference
• Coordinated with local, federal, and military law enforcement to ensure the safety of all conference attendees
• Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences

• Top Secret Security Clearance
• Kept up-to-date with global geopolitical trends, regional security issues, and new operational challenges to ensure the unit's readiness and effective deployment planning for international assignments
• Evaluated the specific requirements and challenges of unit members to develop and implement tailored deployment plans that ensure readiness and mission success
• Directed the medical group's combat arms training and maintenance program as well as the Chemical Warfare Defense Training program for 600+ medical personnel within the group
• Coordinated extensive field medical readiness training for entire medical group-rated best field training in Air Combat Command
• Continued attention to detail resulted in the 55th Medical Group being named the top medical group in the USAF and #2 in the Department of Defense
• Demonstrated flexibility in adjusting plans according to changing conditions or priorities while still achieving primary objectives.
• Improved decision-making capabilities by providing detailed reports to leadership on current unit readiness levels and potential areas for improvement
• Optimized resource allocation by tracking available assets and ensuring proper distribution for each deployment

• Top Secret Security Clearance
• Responsible for the maintenance and transportation to and from the missile silos for the Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile ($7,000,000 asset)
• Installed, removed, and handled classified material, codes, and critical components in support of the wing's nuclear deterrence mission

• Relentlessly maintained a 130-vehicle fleet
• Supported 720 teams that drove over 200k miles per year
• Attention to detail resulted in incomparable vehicle support which led to 100% on-time departure
• Flawlessly prepared nuclear certified vehicles in preparation for Air Force Space Command Nuclear Surety Inspection-no major write ups-first Wing to pass in three years

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