Bernardo M. Ramirez III
Alpine
Summary
Retired as a GS-13/8 Special Operations Supervisor from the United States Border Patrol after over 23 years of honorable service along the southwest border, offering extensive experience in leadership and operational oversight. Currently employed with the Texas Military Department, contracted to the Texas Department of Public Safety Joint Operations Intelligence Center – Texas Rangers Division as an Intelligence Support Analyst. A proven leader with a robust intelligence background and a four-year veteran of the United States Marine Corps, demonstrating resilience, hard work, and dependability. Recognized for strong teamwork skills and a commitment to achieving mission objectives in high-pressure environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Border Patrol Agent GS 5 1896 – GS 11 1896
United States Border Patrol
- United States Border Patrol, Lordsburg Station, El Paso Sector, March 2002-March 2007
- United States Border Patrol, Sanderson Station, Big Bend Sector March 2007-August 2009
- I performed a variety of field operation duties such as sign cutting, traffic check and observation, train check, transportation check, and line watch operations.
- Extensive knowledge and application of immigration and nationality laws, regulations, precedents, court decisions, and CBP policies and procedures.
- Enforcement of the laws and to develop new approaches to resolve difficult and complex cases, to include demonstrating the required knowledge of United States Code Titles 19 and 21 (Customs and DEA).
- Preparation of reports and other written materials dealing with the collection, protection and recording of evidence.
- Court room testimony and act as a witness on behalf of the US Government.
Intelligence Support Analyst
Texas Department of Public Safety Joint Operations Intelligence Center
11.2024 - Current
- Analyzing intelligence and collecting border security information.
- Collaborating with state, local, and federal law enforcement partners.
- Conduct intelligence-directed border enforcement operations.
- Ensure information exchange between agencies.
Special Operations Supervisor
United States Border Patrol Big Bend Sector Intelligence unit
09.2022 - 10.2024
- Supervised approximately thirty employees and was responsible with Oversaw day-to-day operations of the Border Intelligence Center
- I oversaw the bi-weekly scheduling, prioritizing, and assigning of employees within my respective unit
- I supervised agents assigned to the Drug Enforcement Administration, Homeland Security Investigations, and the Federal Bureau of Investigations Violent Crimes Task Force
- I oversaw all Intelligence Analysts, Mission Support personnel, and personnel assigned to Big Bend Sector Tactical Communications Branch.
- Routinely collaborated with other Federal, State, and local partners daily regarding emergent threats to the Big Bend region.
Acting Assistant Chief Patrol Agent
Big Bend Sector Headquarters
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Oversaw all programs related to canine, horse patrol, enforcement technology.
Supervisory Border Patrol Agent – Intelligence
Big Bend Sector Border Intelligence center
12.2011 - 09.2022
- Supervised between 4 to 15 agents and Task Force Officers.
- Was the direct supervisor over the Law Enforcement Technical Collections Unit.
- I oversaw the formulation and execution of intelligence gathering operations in accordance with the USBP National Strategy.
- I provided high level briefings and advice to senior officials of local, state, and federal agencies.
- Supervisory Collateral Duties
Supervisory Border Patrol Agent – Alpine Station
Alpine Station
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Oversaw scheduling for my respective shift and supervised approximately 14 agents.
- Counseled and mentored subordinates, managed daily operations, all while keeping station commanders informed of day-to-day operations.
- Reviewed case files and presented them to the Assistant United States Attorney’s Office, Big Bend Sector Prosecutions unit, or local law enforcement partners.
- Communicated daily with our local law enforcement partners, specifically the Alpine Police Department, Brewster County Sheriff’s Office, Texas Game Wardens, and the Texas Department of Public Safety regarding daily activities, operations.
- I collaborated daily with our sector intelligence unit regarding valuable information.
Supervisory Border Patrol Agent – Adjutant to the Chief Patrol Agent
Big Bend Sector
04.2021 - 12.2021
- Was also responsible for the handling of time-sensitive projects
- Served as the Chiefs confidential assistant dealing with sensitive information
- I facilitated the flow of information to various leaders throughout the sector.
- I liaised with Generals of the Mexican Military, high-level dignitaries of the Government of Mexico, as well as national, state, and local elected representatives.
Supervisory Border Patrol Agent – Task Force Officer
Homeland Security Investigation/Border Enforcement Security Task Force
07.2014 - 10.2016
- I oversaw all border related investigations and casework regarding alien and narcotic smuggling within the Big Bend region.
- I performed casework and case preparation as well as duties consistent with that of an 1811 Criminal Investigator.
- I routinely collaborated with the United States Attorney’s Office regarding prosecution guidelines and court preparation.
- Conducted detailed interviews/investigations regarding arrest and violations of immigration or drug laws.
Lead Border Patrol Agent Collateral Duties
Drug Enforcement Administration High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (DEA/HIDTA) Task Force
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Assisted Special Agents and Task Force Officers in multiple operations, I shared intelligence regarding Trans Criminal Organizations with the Big Bend Sector (BBT) Intelligence Unit (SIU).
- I assisted in Preparing search warrants, affidavits, Geo-location affidavits, subpoenas, and investigative reports.
- I conducted surveillance on known drug traffickers and stash houses within the Big Bend Sector (BBT) area of responsibility (AOR).
Lead Border Patrol Agent GS 12 1896
Big Bend Sector (BBT) Border Intelligence Center (BIC)
08.2009 - 12.2011
- I was responsible for the full spectrum of intelligence operations, including records checks, open-source information, debriefing, interviewing, surveillance, plainclothes operations, and detailed analysis.
- I conducted investigations into illegal activities such as drug or human smuggling, illegal entry into the United States.
- I maintained daily collaboration with federal, state, and local law enforcement partners.
- I cultivated relationships with information sources.
- I compiled, analyzed, and disseminate intelligence data and reports that were either local, national, or international in scope.
- Lead Border Patrol Agent Collateral Duties
Education
High School Diploma -
Robert E. Lee
Midland06-1992
Skills
- Skilled liaison agent
- Analytical thinker
- Proficient in strategic planning
- Effective team leader
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Operational expertise
- Experienced mentor
- Long-term planner
- Advanced Spanish communication skills
- Public speaking expertise
Awards
United States Border Patrol Commendation Metal with Valor – I intervened in a stabbing incident where an individual attacked a father, his 2 minor children and an employee while off duty at a Midland, TX Sam’s club.
Active-Duty Military Service
United States Marine Corps (August 1992 – August 1996)
Timeline
Intelligence Support Analyst
Texas Department of Public Safety Joint Operations Intelligence Center
11.2024 - Current
Acting Assistant Chief Patrol Agent
Big Bend Sector Headquarters
10.2023 - 02.2024
Special Operations Supervisor
United States Border Patrol Big Bend Sector Intelligence unit
09.2022 - 10.2024
Supervisory Border Patrol Agent – Alpine Station
Alpine Station
05.2022 - 08.2022
Supervisory Border Patrol Agent – Adjutant to the Chief Patrol Agent
Big Bend Sector
04.2021 - 12.2021
Supervisory Border Patrol Agent – Task Force Officer
Homeland Security Investigation/Border Enforcement Security Task Force
07.2014 - 10.2016
Supervisory Border Patrol Agent – Intelligence
Big Bend Sector Border Intelligence center
12.2011 - 09.2022
Lead Border Patrol Agent Collateral Duties
Drug Enforcement Administration High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (DEA/HIDTA) Task Force
01.2011 - 01.2012
Lead Border Patrol Agent GS 12 1896
Big Bend Sector (BBT) Border Intelligence Center (BIC)
08.2009 - 12.2011
Border Patrol Agent GS 5 1896 – GS 11 1896
United States Border Patrol
High School Diploma -
Robert E. Lee
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