I’m Dylan Bowerman! An Eagle Scout, avid learner, enthusiastic leader, and innovative administrator, I have spent my life making myself and the technology around me better.
Hey, I’m Dylan! 👋
My name is Dylan Bowerman, and I am an undergraduate student studying Data Science at Florida Polytechnic University. I have dedicated my life to technology, ever since I was young. Whether it be consuming it, studying it, manufacturing, or (unfortunately) breaking it, I have a lifetime of experience embedding myself deep in the digital ecosystems that make the modern world work.
What I Do
I build robots!
One of my theories about technology is that just about anything capable of logical processing is a robot in some capacity, from the computer to the toaster to Microsoft Word. I have years of experience building robots for fun, both digitally and in the real world, plus even more building robots competitively.
I speak out!
I have always been an outspoken advocate for equality, inclusion, diversity, and accessibility. Lapses in these fields are easily overlooked, if not given the attention they deserve. Going out of my way to ensure that people feel welcome and included in any environment, professional and personal, is a task that brings me incredible joy.
I lead teams!
With years of leadership experience under my belt, I am very comfortable taking leadership or managerial roles. While in University, I had officer positions in numerous clubs, many of which were executive-level. Numerous organization and/or campus improvement projects were introduced, presented, organized, and executed by myself and my loyal teams.
I have fun!
Besides my many personal hobbies, I try very hard to make work enjoyable for those around me. I’m not afraid to decorate, use emoji, attach a gif, or throw a subtle pun into my professional emails. All when appropriate, of course. At my University, I launched a very successful “Bring Charisma to Meetings” campaign, which I am certain increased productivity and overall morale among my peers and within my team.
Where I Worked
911 Telecommunicator at Polk County Sheriff’s Office
Jul 2023 – Present (including multiple roles)
I was responsible for answering emergency and non-emergency phone calls, submitting calls for a public safety response, answering incident questions from the public, delivering emergency fire and medical instructions over the phone, and testifying about calls in court proceedings.
Other Roles at Polk County Sheriff’s Office
Detention Support Specialist, Records at Polk County Sheriff’s Office
Nov 2023 – Jan 2024
I was responsible for answering calls from the public, filling records requests, providing accurate and appropriate inmate information, ensuring protection of confidential records, notifying victims of domestic violence, controlling vehicle gates and doorways, maintaining documentation of personnel movement, and conducting regular safety check-ins.
Detention Support Specialist, Jail at Polk County Sheriff’s Office
Jul – Nov 2023
I was responsible for answering inmate questions, monitoring surveillance equipment for safety hazards, reporting critical threats to Detention Deputies, controlling electronic and mechanical door locks, maintaining a constant inmate headcount, and ensuring building paperwork remained current and up to date.
Systems Engineer at Hope Unite International
Aug 2022 – Present
I was responsible for designing and implementing workplace productivity tools, maintaining email delivery rules, onboarding incoming volunteers and new hires, designing web pages, and establishing web hosting. I also revolutionized the company’s data handling policies to place a previously unseen emphasis on retention, compliance, and awareness.
Assistant Center Director at Code Ninjas
May 2020 – Aug 2022 (including multiple roles)
I was responsible for hiring and onboarding, program pricing and offerings, staff coordination and schedules, serving as a customer point-of contact and resolution agent, and more. I also designed and implemented initiatives to improve staff morale, turnover rates, customer retention, business culture, and lead acquisition and conversion.
Other Roles at Code Ninjas
Coordinator, Camp Programs at Code Ninjas
Feb – Jul 2022
I was responsible for recruiting and engaging staff, designing lesson plans, creating summer and spring schedules, mapping pricing and offers, handling customer concerns, and more. I also taught some classes and regularly communicated with students, parents, business partners, stakeholders, and executives.
Lead Camp Sensei at Code Ninjas
May 2021 – Feb 2022
I was responsible for lesson planning and execution for a series of summer camps designed to teach kids 8-14 about programming, design, video games, 3D modeling, and logic using fun and engaging materials. I also taught the classes and regularly communicated with students, parents, and contract clients.
Code Sensei at Code Ninjas
May 2020 – May 2021
I was responsible for educating a group of kids 8-14 about programming, design, 3D modeling, and logic using engaging hands-on lessons.
Where I Studied
Florida Polytechnic University
(August 2019 – June 2024)
I am pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Data Science, with a concentration in Big Data Analytics.
Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School
(August 2015 – June 2019)
I graduated with Academic Honors and a Community Service Recognition.
What I’m Certified In
Microsoft Office Specialist PowerPoint 2016
Microsoft Office Specialist Excel 2016
Microsoft Office Specialist Word 2016
Certified by Microsoft (verify)
Microsoft Office Specialist Excel 2016 – Expert
Certified by Microsoft (verify)
How I Code
I code in Bash, Batch, C, C++, JavaScript, Lua, mcfunction, TI-BASIC, and R.
| Language | Experience |
|---|---|
| Bash | Personal and academic projects (on my GitHub) |
| Batch | Exploratory projects |
| C | Formal education |
| C++ | Formal education |
| JavaScript | Several Discord API bots using Node.js (also on GitHub) |
| Lua | Professional teaching and programming |
| mcfunction | Numerous comprehensive and publishable minigames (see GitHub) |
| TI-BASIC | Dozens of handy QOL and entertainment programs |
| R | Several academic and professional statistical analysis reports |
What I’ve Been Awarded
Eagle Scout
June 2017
I successfully completed my rank of Eagle Scout after nearly a decade of participation in the Boy Scouts of America. To accomplish this, I had to continuously demonstrate my ability to learn, teach, lead, plan, rescue, and more. I still live my life in accordance with the Boy Scout Oath and Law to the best of my ability and am active in the communities I have served.
Where I Have Volunteered
Cub Scout Day Camp
June 2017, June 2018
I volunteered annually as a Den Leader at a Cub Scout day camp, at which I was responsible for approximately a dozen 10-12-year-old Cub Scouts. (They loved me.)
Equine-Assisted Therapies of South Florida
May 2016 – June 2016
For my Eagle Scout Leadership Service Project, I planned, organized, and led a group in a service project to benefit Equine-Assisted Therapies of South Florida, an equestrian therapy center for children and adults with disabilities.
What Extracurricular Activities I Participated In
While Attending University
Purple Fire Robotics Club (Vice President, Committee Chairman x3)
Phoenix Swim Club (Vice President, Treasurer)
Florida PolyCon 2022 (Master of Ceremonies)
Layers (Social Media Manager, Staff Writer, Editor)
While Attending High School
Orchestra (Grades 3-12)
Spoken Word Poetry Club (Grades 11-12)
Literary Magazine (Grade 12)
Photography Club (Grade 12)
I held at least one leadership or officer position in every activity listed above.
Get in touch.
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