Willie A. Bowie
Tomah, WI *****
SUMMARY
Self-motivated and dependable security professional with proven history. Quick learner with the ability to adapt to changes in procedures or environment. Background includes supervisory and mentor roles.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Monroe County Ag Society, Tomah, WI 2011 –
Non-profit organization responsible for coordination of and development of county fair and other public entertainment opportunities using the fairground facilities.
Security Lead 1 2011 -
Ensure secure and safe environment for guests and patrons of Monroe County Fair, Tractor Pull and other entertainment opportunities.
Supervised group of 28 people, setting schedules and placement during shifts
New Lisbon Correctional Institution, New Lisbon, WI 2006 –
Medium and maximum over-ride security facility within State of Wisconsin Department of Corrections.
Corrections Officer 2006 –
Ensure secure and safe environment for inmates, fellow officers, administrative staff, and guests Selected to be member of Emergency Response Unit (ERU) for facility emergency situations
Mentor to newly-hired officers as Field Training Officer (FTO), responsible for on the job training
Certified as armed escort for purposes of transporting high risk inmates.
Placed in varying positions with authority of sergeant, transport, or officer as needed
Wal-Mart Distribution Center, Tomah, WI 2000-2006
Division of Wal-Mart, responsible to provide area facilities with product.
Unloader 2003-2006
Unload trucks as they come in to the dock. Make sure product is undamaged and placed in correct warehouse location.
Quality Assurance 2001-2003
Provide verification of orders packed and stored in warehouse facility.
Order Filler 2000-2001
Fill orders as delegated in order to maintain efficiency and productivity goals. Make sure orders are packed correctly and safely so that the drivers are able to deliver product without damage.
EDUCATION
Graduated from Custer High School, Milwaukee, WI 1984
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Completed 8-week Officer Training Course for State of Wisconsin Department of Corrections including:
Department of Corrections Rules and Regulations
Restraint Methods
Incapacitating Agents
Teamwork
Firearms
Certified 15-passenger van operator
Certified CPR, AED and first aid
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
Member – Oakdale Lions’ Club – Oakdale, WI
Organize, promote and solicit donations for annual Sportsman’s Night Out
Board Member – Tomah Youth Wrestling – Tomah, WI
Assist with coaching and mentoring youth ages 4-14 (Pre-K – 8th grade) in skills of wrestling and sportsmanship
Mentor – Wisconsin National Guard Challenge Academy – Fort McCoy, WI
Act as role model for juvenile cadets ages 16-19 and reinforce skills taught as part of the Challenge program
Volunteer Coach – Tomah Youth Football (Pre-K – 6th grade), Tomah Youth Baseball (10-11U), Tomah Middle School 7th Grade Boys Basketball Assistant Coach, St. Paul Lutheran Track and Field, Basketball and Softball (5th – 8th grade)
Volunteer Coach/Trainer – Fitness Connection – Tomah, WI
Mixed Martial Arts/Kickboxing
Women and Children Self Defense Skills