James Burdette
Corpus Christi,Texas
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
SUPERVISORY BORDER PATROL AGENT
U.S. Border Patrol
Kingsville
01.2014 - 12.2022
- Assigned duties and surveillance and detection equipment for shifts of approximately 45 Border Patrol Agents on a daily basis.
- Provided guidance, leadership, and training for subordinate Border Patrol Agents in a variety of areas including surveillance techniques, apprehension operations, search and seizure procedures, and use of force policies.
- Developed relationships with community members in order to foster better understanding between citizens, ranchers and Border Patrol Agents.
- Analyzed data collected from field operations in order to develop effective strategies and operations for apprehending illegal alien and drug smugglers.
- Monitored the performance of subordinates through observation, evaluation reports, and feedback sessions; provided corrective action when necessary.
- Utilized various computer systems to access information relating to immigration status checks and criminal record checks on individuals traveling through United States Border Patrol Checkpoints.
- Managed vehicle fleets and a variety of other equipment effectively while operating within established budget parameters.
- Identified gaps in existing security protocols and developed solutions to improve overall efficiency in securing assigned area of operations.
- Drafted comprehensive reports detailing investigations, apprehensions and prosecutions conducted by subordinate Border Patrol Agents.
- Inspected and supervised the inspection of travelers to detect suspicious behavior or activities that may indicate criminal activity or security threats.
- Trained new Border Patrol Agents in proper techniques for conducting inspections of vehicles, baggage and persons.
- Developed and supervised the Kingsville Border Patrol Station Tactical Awareness Training Program which trained approximately 400 Border Patrol Agents in detecting, avoiding and surviving criminal ambushes.
BORDER PATROL AGENT
U.S. Border Patrol
Laredo
09.1997 - 12.2013
- Detected and apprehended illegal aliens and drug smugglers attempting to illegally enter the U.S. and or circumvent U.S. Border Patrol Checkpoints
- Patrolled assigned areas of operation utilizing specialized equipment such as night vision goggles, infrared cameras, seismic sensors and motion activated cameras.
- Conducted Immigration Checkpoint operations in order to detect and apprehend illegal alien and drug smugglers.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations using sound judgment and decision making abilities.
- Interacted professionally with a wide variety of people from diverse cultures and backgrounds in order to ensure public safety.
- Assisted other federal agencies such as DEA, FBI, HSI when requested on joint investigations or special operations.
- Prepared detailed reports on all incidents encountered while patrolling assigned areas.
- Collaborated closely with local law enforcement agencies regarding cross-border crime issues.
- Developed strong communication skills while interacting with both Spanish-speaking individuals and other law enforcement personnel.
- Provided assistance during search and rescue operations involving lost persons in remote areas near the border region.
- Worked as a DEA Task Force Officer in the investigation of drug smuggling cases, undercover operations, informant handling and federal prosecutions.
- Served on a DEA High Risk Arrest Team in serving arrest warrants on dangerous subjects.
- Worked as a Homeland Security Investigations Task Force Officer in the investigation of drug smuggling cases, alien smuggling cases, undercover operations, informant handling and federal prosecutions.
- Cross trained and certified as an Emergency Medical Technician and treated Border Patrol Agents, illegal aliens and the public suffering from trauma, dehydration and or medical emergencies.
- Certified as a Border Patrol Firearms Instructor and trained approximately 1000 Border Patrol Agents in quarterly firearms training and qualifications.
- Certified as a Border Patrol Use of Force Instructor and trained approximately 1000 Border Patrol Agents in quarterly defensive tactics and use of force qualifications.
- Certified as a Border Patrol All Terrain Vehicle Instructor and trained approximately 100 Border Patrol Agents in the operation and maintenance of ATV's.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing
Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, TX12.2024
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature/Spanish Literature
Midwestern State University
Wichita Falls, TX05.1997
High School Diploma -
Wichita Falls High School
Wichita Falls, TX05.1991
Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Organizational Skills
- Multitasking Abilities
- Active Listening
- Task Prioritization
- Professionalism
- Adaptability
- Cultural Awareness
Timeline
SUPERVISORY BORDER PATROL AGENT
U.S. Border Patrol
01.2014 - 12.2022
BORDER PATROL AGENT
U.S. Border Patrol
09.1997 - 12.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing
Del Mar College
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature/Spanish Literature
Midwestern State University
High School Diploma -
Wichita Falls High School
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