Wayman Bivins
Leesburg,GA
Summary
Proven leader and strategic thinker, excelling in high-pressure environments as demonstrated during service with the United States Marine Corps and the Georgia Department of Corrections. Skilled in tactical operations and emergency response, with a strong foundation in team leadership and effective communication. Achieved significant improvements in operational security and safety protocols, showcasing adaptability and a commitment to continuous improvement. Motivated by a desire to learn and become knowledgeable in any possible field, in an effort to become the best contributor possible.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
0311 Infantry Rifleman
United States Marine Corps
2019.08 - Current
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
- Established strong working relationships with foreign counterparts while deployed overseas, fostering cooperation between allied forces during multinational operations.
- Provided security during high-risk operations, ensuring the safety of personnel and assets.
- Participated in joint exercises with other military branches to foster teamwork and improve overall combat effectiveness.
- Managed sensitive classified information and maintained high standards of operational security to safeguard mission objectives.
- Responded effectively to emergency situations, applying basic first aid and life-saving techniques when necessary.
- Served as a mentor for junior Marines, offering guidance on professional development and career progression opportunities within the infantry field.
- Demonstrated leadership skills as a fireteam leader, effectively managing personnel assignments and coordinating tactical movements under pressure.
- Led fire teams during battle drills and training exercises.
- Conducted reconnaissance patrols to gather vital intelligence, enabling successful mission completion.
- Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
- Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
- Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance, and explosives.
- Executed directives from command center with necessary timeliness and efficiency.
- Analyzed terrain to identify advantageous positions for operations.
- Guided night patrols to search for enemy forces.
Emergency Response Officer
Georgia Department of Corrections
2022.10 - Current
- Determined emergency situation and developed plan of action.
- Increased overall safety by conducting thorough risk assessments and identifying potential hazards in emergency situations.
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Enhanced facility security by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential risks.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Oversaw visitation sessions, maintaining order and ensuring safety of all parties involved.
- Reduced inmate altercations through proactive conflict resolution strategies.
- Facilitated effective emergency response drills, preparing staff for potential crises.
- Assisted in crisis negotiations, preventing escalations and ensuring safety of inmates and staff.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
- Investigated and responded to incidents of inmate misconduct.
- Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
- Administered drug tests to inmates.
Education
Diploma -
North Miami Beach Senior High School
North Miami Beach, FL06.2015
Skills
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Documentation And Reporting
- Emergency response training
- Emergency planning
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Effective Communication
- Task Prioritization
- Self Motivation
- Time management abilities
- Continuous Improvement
- Adaptability
- Written Communication
- Facilities Inspection
- Military Discipline
- Physical Fitness
- Patrolling Techniques
- Weapons Maintenance
- Combat Lifesaving
- Land Navigation
- Field Communications
- Close Quarters Combat
- Hand-to-hand combat
- Terrain analysis
- Enemy Tracking
- Squad Tactics
- Quick Reaction Force
- Prisoner Handling
- Small Unit Leadership
- Team Leadership
- Squad Leadership
- Identifying hazards
- Tactical Operations
Certification
- Basic Correctional Officer Training
- Special Operations Training
- Administrative Segregation
- Perimeter Detection System
- Narcan for Opioid Overdose
- Cyber Security
- Supervision I
- Supervision II
- Supervision III
- Management I
Timeline
Emergency Response Officer
Georgia Department of Corrections
2022.10 - Current
0311 Infantry Rifleman
United States Marine Corps
2019.08 - Current
Diploma -
North Miami Beach Senior High School