Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Languages
Certification
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Abisai Padilla

Sahuarita,USA

Summary

Supervisory Program Manager with expertise in operational improvement and project management at U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Demonstrated success in creating and implementing training programs that enhance border security operations. Proficient in navigating government regulations and building strategic relationships, achieving successful outcomes in high-pressure environments.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Supervisory Program Manager Border Security Operations

U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Tucson, USA
05.2023 - 09.2025
  • As a Supervisory Program Manager for Tucson Field Office, I served as the principal field manager over various programs of Border Security Division in support of OFO operations.
  • Implemented throughout the POEs a monthly and quarterly audit to detect personnel that had skipped and missed quarterly Firearms and Less Lethal training.
  • Promoting the implementation of a Local Response Team on the POEs.
  • Oversee SRT daily operations, supporting various Federal and State Local law Enforcement Agencies with various types of operations.
  • Promote the implementation of various types of training by SRT to various POEs to include Seized Property Security Detail (SPSD), Mobile Field Force Training (MFF), Less Lethal Training (LLI), and advance Firearms training.
  • Oversee and supervise SRT Operators during Operations Apollo X, Desert Lightning and Apollo.

Acting Supervisory Program Manager Operation Support GS-14

U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Tucson, USA
07.2002 - 10.2023
  • As an acting Supervisory Program Manager Operation Support for Tucson Field Office, I supervised various Program managers that oversee various programs of Operation Support.
  • I provided program direction and support for a major sections, branches, or comparable organizational entity.
  • Some programs include TFO/Port Overtime Budget, COSS, CAP Waivers, Uniform Program, TDY personnel to the Ports, Radios, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP`s), Biometric Exit/Mobile Primary Referral, Dedicated Commuter Lane, Trusted Traveler Program, Port Hardening (Defense Logistics Agency, Department of Defense, Region IX, Incident Command Post for Tucson), COOP, Occupant Emergency Plan (OEP), Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Recruiter, resilience, public affairs, TFO Video and photography.

Supervisory Program Manager Operation Support

U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Tucson, USA
04.2022 - 05.2023
  • Oversaw diverse programs for Operation Support at Tucson Field Office as principal field manager.
  • Managed Firearms and Less Lethal Force Training, Body Armor Coordination, and E-Star Administration.
  • Acted as point of contact for Local Use of Force Review Board and Emergency Coordination.
  • Administered Firearms, Armor, and Credential Tracking System to ensure compliance.
  • Promoted implementation of Active Shooter Training across all Port of Entry locations.
  • Coordinated LVII Super Bowl security efforts with federal and state agencies.
  • Utilized X-Ray Non-Intrusive Inspection System to inspect cargo vehicles at stadium.
  • Collaborated with Region IX and Tucson ICP to facilitate equipment delivery for migrant management.

Acting Assistant Port Director

U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Douglas, USA
03.2022 - 04.2022
  • As the Assistant Area Port Director for Tactical Operations, I served as the principal field manager over all aspects of Border Security.
  • I oversaw the design, implementation, and analysis of effectiveness of enforcement programs and field enforcement technology.
  • Developed, coordinated, and implemented locally initiated special operations, utilizing a myriad of enforcement-related techniques and tactics.

Supervisory CBP Chief Officer

U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Douglas, USA
12.2018 - 03.2022
  • As a Chief Supervisory CBP Officer assigned to an area port, I provided policy and operational advice to subordinate managers and supervisors at the ports of entry of Douglas Area Port of Entry.
  • I supervised, planned, directed, coordinated, assigned and evaluated work activities for Trade and Tactical units working in all environments and modes of transportation.
  • Operational experience and achievements while serving in this position include: I supervised the routine, daily work of approximately 25 CBP officers and agriculture specialists working in the cargo and passenger processing environments.

Education

Doctorate -

Universidad Nacional Pedro Enriquez Urena
Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
10.1998

Associate -

Colegio de Artes Mecanicas Mayaguez
Mayaguez, Puerto Rico
05.1985

Skills

  • Government policy regulations
  • Project organization
  • Operational improvement
  • Process improvement
  • Relationship development
  • Customs documentation
  • Problem resolution
  • First Aid / CPR
  • Business operations

References

  • Isidro B. Lagos, NTC Watch Commander, 407-463-7501, Isidro.b.lagos@cbp.dhs.gov
  • Martin Gomez, Port Director, 520-980-1727, martin.gomez@cbp.dhs.gov
  • Michael Quinonez, Program Manager, 520-330-2134, michael.d.quinonez@cbp.dhs.gov
  • Jose C. Acuña, Assistant Port Director, 520-397-2019, jose.c.acuna@cbp.dhs.gov

Languages

Spanish, Native

Certification

  • Canine School Front Royal, VA
  • Anti-Terrorism Contraband Enforcement Team (AT-CET)
  • Firearms Instructor
  • Intermediate Force Instructor
  • Detecting Deception Response interview training at FLETC (DDR)
  • Supervisor Leadership Training (SLT)
  • Advance Supervisor Leadership Training (ASLT)
  • Tactical Terrorism Response Team (TTRT)
  • Contracting Officer Representative (COR)
  • Incident Command System ICS 200
  • Incident Command System ICS 300
  • Incident Command System ICS 400
  • Lead Field Coordinator (LFC)
  • Administrative Inquiry Training (AITP)

Timeline

Supervisory Program Manager Border Security Operations

U.S. Customs and Border Protection
05.2023 - 09.2025

Supervisory Program Manager Operation Support

U.S. Customs and Border Protection
04.2022 - 05.2023

Acting Assistant Port Director

U.S. Customs and Border Protection
03.2022 - 04.2022

Supervisory CBP Chief Officer

U.S. Customs and Border Protection
12.2018 - 03.2022

Acting Supervisory Program Manager Operation Support GS-14

U.S. Customs and Border Protection
07.2002 - 10.2023

Doctorate -

Universidad Nacional Pedro Enriquez Urena

Associate -

Colegio de Artes Mecanicas Mayaguez

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