DONTE ESTES
Yuma,AZ
Summary
Team leader with background in tactical military operations as member of Security Forces, the only career field in the DoD specializing in base defense. Skilled in meeting significant challenges and ability to obtain
buy-in from all critical stakeholders, ensuring that strategic objectives are met and develop mutually beneficial relationships with stakeholders. Vigilant Border Patrol Agent with nine years of overall Law Enforcement experience. Adept at working with government officials and line watching for illegal entry and smuggling into country. Accomplished at inspecting, preventing and arresting immigrants without proper documentation. Led station intake functions and provided resources to incoming undocumented aliens. High-level organizational and communications skills leading to optimum outcomes in challenging environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Border Patrol Agent
US Customs And Border Protection
Yuma, AZ
09.2020 - Current
- Surveilled land borders from covert locations to detect and apprehend undocumented aliens and smugglers.
- Used variety of law enforcement databases such as TECS, NLETS, ABIS, NCIC, NGI, and IDENT.
- Detected and prevented terrorists and terrorist weapons from entering country.
- Processed undocumented aliens at border patrol stations and furnished case resolution details to resolve immediate situations.
- Utilized infrared scopes during nighttime surveillance to detect presence of unauthorized people attempting entry into United States.
- Identified and followed tracks and physical evidence to locate and detain undocumented aliens and people traffickers.
- Rendered necessary medical assistance to undocumented aliens and arranged transport to medical facility in emergency situations.
- Partnered with aircraft-based law enforcement agents to find and apprehend ground-based undocumented aliens and people smugglers.
- Performed intelligence analysis and law enforcement activities such as apprehension, detention and arrest.
- Prevented illegal trafficking of people and narcotics.
Security Forces Specialist
US Air Force
Worldwide Locations
02.2014 - 10.2021
- Led, managed and performed force protection duties to protect personnel and resources
- Apprehended and detained suspects, searched persons and property and conducted interviews to gather evidence
- Protected nuclear and conventional weapons systems utilizing armed response and threat detection skills
- Directed team and individual tactical drills, training and anti-terrorism tasks
- Verified each individual's right to enter restricted areas and denied access to unauthorized persons
- Maintained surveillance of building and identified all officials and employees before authorizing entrance
- Detected and apprehended any unauthorized personnel
- Monitored security camera system day and night to protect lives and property
- Investigated all security and safety violations
- Processed and logged accurate and detailed incident reports Responded quickly and effectively to all security violations and duress alarms
- Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises
- Supervised teams in support of security and installation law and order operations
- Tracked personal and professional development of Security Forces members and provided mentorship to promote growth and alignment with core U.S
- Patrolled grounds to monitor status and safety of premises.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and effectively instruct and motivate students
- Served as primary instructor on several US Military weapons systems
- Led, managed and performed force protection duties to protect personnel and resources.
- Remained calm and alert especially during emergency situations to maintain order and confidence in authority.
- Executed decisions and actions based on previous experience and good judgment, sometimes revising procedures to accommodate unusual situations.
- Apprehended and detained suspects, searched persons and property and conducted interviews to gather evidence.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL10.2020
Skills
- Weapons protection Weapons expertise Ability to carry weapons
- Special Weapons and Tactics Team
- Stationary surveillance Conflict resolution techniques Arrest procedures
- MS Office proficiency
- Government security clearance (Secret) Communication skills Firearms expert Military experience Staff management Electronic surveillance Safety and security
- Basic First Aid
- Social Perceptiveness
- Effective Working Relationships
- Vehicle Inspection
- Crime Prevention
- Critical Thinking
- Effective Communication
Accomplishments
- Air Force Achievement Medal
- Air Force Good Conduct Medal
- Air Force Small Arms Expert Medal
- Air Force Outstanding Unit Medal x3
- Navy Expert Pistol Medal
- Navy Expert Rifle Medal
- Army Achievement Medal
- US Border Patrol Academy Leadership Award
Certification
Aviation High School, Long Island City, NY
High School Diploma:, Advanced Designated Marksman (ADM) Tactical Combat Casualty Care (T-CCC) Self Aid and Buddy Care (SABC)
Less than Lethal Weapons (LTLW) Small Arms Expert/Instructor Small Arms Maintenance
Pepperball Launching System
Taser
FN-303
PIT Manuever
Chemical Munitions
Oleoresin Capsicum
06/2013
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Border Patrol Agent
US Customs And Border Protection
09.2020 - Current
Security Forces Specialist
US Air Force
02.2014 - 10.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Community College of The Air Force
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