Luke Hickam
Oceanside,NY
Summary
Dependable employee seeking opportunity to expand skills and contribute to company success. Considered hardworking, ethical and detail-oriented. Stays on top of demands in fast-paced environments by effectively managing time in high pressure situations. Maintains organized, clean, and safe work areas with diligent attention to important details.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Associate
Lacrosse Unlimited
Rockville Centre, NY
07.2024 - Current
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Security Guard
VPI Agency and PDQ Security
Oceanside, USA
06.2022 - Current
- Manned entrance and exit posts and checked authorization for personnel and visitors
- Used verbal and physical deescalation strategies to restore order and reduce tension
- Responded to alarms and investigated disturbances
- Warned persons of rule infractions or violations and apprehended or evicted violators from premises
Student Athlete (Lacrosse)
Wingate University
Wingate, USA
08.2022 - 08.2024
- Earned deans list recognition while balancing academic and athletic commitments
- Adhered to all rules and regulations governing sport during both training sessions and competitions
- Attended regular team meetings to discuss progress, challenges, and upcoming events
- Stayed ready for practice or play demands, keeping equipment maintained and body ready for physically challenging activities
Student Athlete (Lacrosse)
United States Military Academy at West Point
West Point, USA
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Managed time efficiently to balance training, competition schedules, personal life commitments, and military obligations
- Maintained uniform in top condition to represent team well
- Fostered positive relationships with teammates, coaches, trainers, and other support staff
Enlisted Soldier
United States Army
NY, USA
07.2019 - 07.2020
- Collaborated with team members to plan and execute successful missions
- Took and followed orders from commanders without question
- Assessed performance of assigned soldiers through proper physical fitness evaluations and reported findings to senior leadership
- Participated in training exercises to improve tactical skills and physical fitness
Lacrosse Coach
Oceanside PAL
Oceanside, USA
03.2017 - 05.2019
- Instructed players on rules and rule changes and enforced policies equitably with athletes
- Organized, scheduled and managed practice sessions to develop athletes to full potential and improve team gameplay
- Implemented training programs to improve player's hand-eye coordination and stick skills
Education
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Molloy University
Rockville Centre, NY08.2025
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) -
Wingate University
Wingate, North Carolina08.2024
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) -
United States Military Academy
West Point, NYSkills
- Reliability
- Time Management
- Detail Orientation
- Crisis Management Plans
- Effective Communication
- Attentive and Observant
- Active Listening
Certification
National Incident Management System Certification
CITI Ethics Certification
Timeline
Sales Associate
Lacrosse Unlimited
07.2024 - Current
Student Athlete (Lacrosse)
Wingate University
08.2022 - 08.2024
Security Guard
VPI Agency and PDQ Security
06.2022 - Current
Student Athlete (Lacrosse)
United States Military Academy at West Point
08.2020 - 05.2022
Enlisted Soldier
United States Army
07.2019 - 07.2020
Lacrosse Coach
Oceanside PAL
03.2017 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) -
Wingate University
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Molloy University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) -
United States Military Academy