WALTER BRYANT
Summary
I am a reliable worker with strong law enforcement aptitude and a willingness to learn. I am mentally motivated to learn new trades and skills. I am Interested in growing a Career and fostering leadership capabilities.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Martial Art Instructor / Owner
Karate Institute
01.1979 - Current
- Chief Instructor
- 45 years active competing in tournaments
- 30 plus years owner of Karate Institute
- Inducted into Martial Arts Hall of Fame 2017 competitor of the year
- Texas AOK (Amateur Organized Karate) State Champion years 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024
- Judge of the year in West Texas in 2018 and 2019
- Inducted into Martial Art Hall of Fame given the Competitor of the year 2021
- Inducted into Martial art Hall of Fame given the Silver Award
- Inducted into Martial Arts Hall of Fame for Grand Master of the Year 2024
- Managed budgets for art supplies while maintaining high-quality materials accessible for all students throughout the year.
- Planned and executed activities to promote skill and talent development.
- Maintained daily student records and evaluated student progress.
- Served as a mentor for aspiring martial artists seeking guidance on personal growth within the practice of their chosen disciplines.
- Instructed on proper breathing techniques, stances, and forms.
- Handled administrative tasks related to class scheduling, attendance tracking, billing management, ensuring smooth operations within the dojo or studio setting.
- Evaluated student performance to determine promotion in rank.
- Coached new students by breaking down techniques into simple moves.
- Implemented effective classroom management techniques to maintain order during intense training sessions while prioritizing safety.
- Developed lesson plans encompassing both traditional martial arts philosophies along with practical self-defense applications relevant to modern-day scenarios.
- Provided constructive feedback to students through one-on-one sessions, highlighting areas of improvement while celebrating their achievements.
- Assisted with sparring and contact exercises to pair students of similar rank, size, and age.
- Kept up with certifications and continuing education to provide students with best possible instruction.
- Conducted seminars for local schools and community centers, raising public awareness of the benefits of martial arts training for all ages.
- Organized events and tournaments to provide opportunities for students to showcase skills.
- Conducted specialized workshops for advanced self-defense techniques, enriching students' martial arts proficiency.
- Certified new instructors, ensuring high-quality teaching standards were maintained.
Night Shift Security Supervisor
Shannon Memorial Hospital
07.2021 - 12.2024
- Maintaining Security Team is equip for duty with Hospital issued and approved equipment
- Securing the hospital facility
- Provide security for patients
- Provide security for employees and visitors
- Patrol all Shannon facilities
- Escorting Patient, Staff Members and Visitors safely to their vehicles during unsafe environments or situations
- Contacting Law Enforcement agency when needed
- Respond to all incident that may occur on Shannon's property
- Write and report all incidents in Midas
- Some maintenance work
- Access to card readers to all doors
- Investigate all complaints from patients and staff and report accordingly
- Surveillance of camera
- Surveillance of facial recognition camera for prior Criminal Trespass subjects
- Scheduling of personnel including overseeing time off
- Approving and assigning overtime
- Approving and denying access to entry door readers
- Overseeing disciplinary action of my staff
- Ensuring that policy and procedure are followed
- Maintained and updating the Security Handbook
- Conducting quarterly fire drills of all assign Shannon Buildings
- Assuring team members maintain a professional attitude while on duty
- Reporting all Shannon buildings and parking lot are well aluminate
- Monitored property and investigated any areas of suspicion
- Oversaw a team of up to 13 security personnel and managed
- Administrative duties, including scheduling and Performance Evaluations
- Transporting Psychiatric Patients to Treatment Families
- Ensuring proper radio transmission with team members
- Training new security team members
- Conducted regular patrols of facility to detect and deter security threats.
- Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
- Monitored alarm systems and CCTV footage to enable prompt attention and response.
- Maintained a secure environment for employees and visitors by enforcing access control policies and visitor management procedures.
- Prepared and submitted reports to keep management informed of security activities and developments.
- Supervised and evaluated security staff performance to determine compliance with safety regulations.
- Managed a team of security officers, providing guidance, support, and performance evaluations to ensure a high level of professionalism.
- Assisted with investigations into reported incidents, gathering evidence and providing detailed reports for review by management or law enforcement officials when required.
- Monitored and approved access control systems for accessibility to authorized personnel.
- Participated in the hiring process for new security personnel, conducting interviews and evaluating candidate qualifications to build an effective team.
- Developed strong working relationships with local law enforcement agencies to enhance cooperation in incident response situations.
- Led team of security personnel, ensuring high standards of discipline and professionalism were maintained.
- Kept team compliant with security protocols and appearance standards.
Mechanic
Southern Industrial Engines
04.2013 - 01.2021
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues on diesel, natural gas, and propane gensets
- Ordered repair parts and ensured requests for parts were executed in a timely manner
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find root causes
- Produced comprehensive service records of all maintenance and repair tasks
- Expertly utilized a wide range of equipment, such as air tools and Diagnostic computers
- Consulted vehicle manuals, technical documentation, and repair tree charts for further information
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage or other issues of concern
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems
- Prepared and administered preventative maintenance work orders
- Operated wide variety of equipment including power saws, sanders, Grinders, cranes drill press, forklift, and basic hand tools
Security Supervisor
the Event Center Club
10.2017 - 10.2018
- Inspected security design features, installations, and programs to verify compliance with applicable standards and regulations
- Implemented security measures, which resulted in a decrease in incidents
- Supervised a team of 8 security personnel during a given shift
- Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences
- Supervised grounds, employee entrances and exits and security personnel on duty
- Monitored property and investigated any areas of suspicion
- Oversaw a team of up to 8 security personnel and managed administrative duties, including scheduling and performance evaluations
- Advised security team and conducted investigations of significant threats
Patrol Deputy
Tom Green County Sheriff Department
05.1994 - 04.2014
- TECLOS certified Jailer
- Booking and releasing inmates
- Served meals and distributed commissary to offenders
- Monitoring all inmate's cells for unauthorized activities and Contraband
- +Supervisor over Identification Department
- Fingerprinted all inmates
- Trained new Identification personnel
- Entered all charges in the computer system to be observed by the County and District Attorneys
- Deputy Sheriff
- Apprehended suspects and searched vehicles for drugs or paraphernalia
- Patrolled assigned district in Tom Green County and observed the area for possible criminal activity
- Investigated and reported incidents in Tom Green County
- Served warrants, summonses, subpoenas, and other official papers
- Responded quickly and effectively to all security violations and duress alarms
- Responded to calls in both routine and emergency situations
- Delivered accurate verbal and written reports to supervisors personnel
- Patrol Sergeant
- Ensured all patrol personnel was assigned to a patrol watch
- Trained new Deputies
- Evaluated all Deputies on my shift
- Approved all reports for accuracy and for accurate charges
- Member of the Tom Green County SWAT team
- Inspected Deputies on shift equipment
- Responded to radio calls and engaged in law enforcement activities
- Testified in court proceedings to present accurate information regarding criminal cases, contributing to successful prosecutions.
- Assisted in the apprehension of suspects by conducting traffic stops, executing search warrants, and participating in stakeouts.
- Conducted thorough investigations for various incidents, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses to solve cases effectively.
- Served warrants, summonses, subpoenas and other official papers.
- Conducted regular security checks at businesses and residences within the assigned patrol area to deter potential criminal activity.
- Managed crowd control during large events or protests to maintain order and ensure public safety.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
Education
Electronics -
American Commercial College
San Angelo, TXNo Degree - Texas Peace Office
Tom Green County/Police Academy
San Angelo, TX01.2004
High School Diploma -
Central High School
San Angelo, TX01.1982
Skills
- Fine motor skills
- Team leadership
- Staff management
- Basic Computer
- Good Judgement
- Work well independently/others
- Patient
- Good communication skills
- Initiative
- Good multitasker
- Martial Arts Instructor
- Dependable and reliable
- Fast learner
- Self-motivated
- Even-tempered
- Collaborative teaching
- Motivational Student engagement
Certification
Level III Certified (TOPS)
BLS Certified
References
Clarence Smith (817) 807-1107
Wilonda Short (325) 374-2284
Eli Rodriguez (325) 212-2238
Gloria Medina (325) 227-0067
James Smith (325) 271-5341
Norma Flores (325) 812-2733
Andrea Boatright (325) 763-7386
Timeline
Night Shift Security Supervisor
Shannon Memorial Hospital
07.2021 - 12.2024
Security Supervisor
the Event Center Club
10.2017 - 10.2018
Mechanic
Southern Industrial Engines
04.2013 - 01.2021
Patrol Deputy
Tom Green County Sheriff Department
05.1994 - 04.2014
Martial Art Instructor / Owner
Karate Institute
01.1979 - Current
Electronics -
American Commercial College
No Degree - Texas Peace Office
Tom Green County/Police Academy
High School Diploma -
Central High School
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