Jesse Bowen
Brimley,MI
Summary
Dynamic Cultural Specialist with Bay Mills Indian Community, adept at revitalizing Anishinaabe traditions through engaging educational programs. Skilled in event planning and fostering community involvement, I effectively evaluated initiatives and enhanced cultural awareness. A self-motivated professional, I excel in collaboration and budget management, ensuring impactful cultural experiences for diverse groups.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Cultural Specialist/Educator
Bay Mills Indian Community
03.2009 - Current
- Provided Cultural services to revitalize the Anishinaabe traditions and way of life that the people of Gnoozhekaaning followed.
- Provided guidance to community members on incorporating cultural practices into their lives, including ceremonies, seasonal gathering, fasting, sweat lodges, Asemaa use, Anishinaabemowin, medicines, and treaty rights.
- Evaluated program effectiveness by analyzing participant feedback, refining initiatives based on insights gained from evaluations.
- Recruited volunteers from diverse backgrounds to support event planning and delivery, enriching the overall experience for all participants involved in the process.
- Enhanced cultural awareness by developing and implementing educational programs for various cultural groups.
- Collaborated with local organizations to build partnerships, increasing community involvement in events.
- Coordinated and managed volunteer activities for community service projects.
- Facilitated community outreach to expand participation and support.
- Maintained internal database of service workers, participants, activities and other relevant details.
- Collaborated with adults and children to provide safe and educational experience.
Fire Crew/Wildland Firefighter Type II
Bureau of Indian Affairs/BMIC
06.2015 - 09.2018
- Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
- Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism while interacting with the public during prescribed burns or emergency situations.
- Mitigated environmental impact of wildfires by implementing soil erosion prevention techniques during fireline construction.
- Maintained high physical fitness levels to meet demands of extended firefighting operations in challenging environments.
Education
Diploma - Anishinaabemowin Pane Immersion Program-4 Year
Bay Mills Community College
Brimley, MI05-2014
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Bay Mills Community College
Brimley, MI05-2005
Skills
- Expertise in Anishinaabe Language and Culture
- Event Planning Expertise
- Engaging Youth and Elders
- Self-Motivated Professional
- Budget Management
Languages
Anishinaabemowin
Elementary
Timeline
Fire Crew/Wildland Firefighter Type II
Bureau of Indian Affairs/BMIC
06.2015 - 09.2018
Cultural Specialist/Educator
Bay Mills Indian Community
03.2009 - Current
Diploma - Anishinaabemowin Pane Immersion Program-4 Year
Bay Mills Community College
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Bay Mills Community College
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