James MacFeat
Cape Coral,FL
Summary
With a proven track record at US Customs and Border Protection, I excel in relationship building and program management. Spearheaded enforcement programs, enhancing border security and facilitating legitimate trade, demonstrating exceptional decision-making and stakeholder engagement. Expert in leveraging technology for security and efficiency, I am a dynamic leader committed to team and operational excellence. I am a Veteran of the United States Air Force.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Port Director - Trade
US Customs and Border Protection
10.2015 - 07.2021
- Was responsible for oversight of all commercial operations in the Calais, ME Area of Operations (AORs). This included the outer ports of Vanceboro, Eastport and Lubec, ME.
- Directed and managed a myriad of enforcement-related programs designed to address anti-terrorism and border security enforcement activities in the cargo environment.
- Provided a combined strategy of industry partnerships, advanced information, and effective targeting and examination to ensure antiterrorism and border security mandates were accomplished while also facilitating legitimate travel.
- Maintained effective productive and collaborative relationships with other Federal, state and local law enforcement and external trade and industry groups.
- Hosted familiarization tours of the Port-of Entry for an assortment of trade groups providing an overview of port operations and presentations on import and export requirements.
- Provided guidance and training to communicate intelligence/enforcement information, disseminated new procedures and policy changes, and identified areas of special emphasis.
Supervisory Customs and Border Protection Officer
US Customs and Border Protection
10.2005 - 10.2015
- Supervised and performed duties at the Calais, ME Area Port of Entry that involved detecting and preventing terrorists and instruments of terror from entering the United States.
- Enforced and administered laws relating to the rights of persons or merchandise to enter or depart from the United States.
- Utilized CBP targeting systems, document reviews and physical examinations in order to determine the admissibility of commercial shipments.
- Increased team effectiveness through ongoing training and sharing best practices among fellow officers.
- Supervised and utilized VACIS® X-Ray Inspection systems and Radiation Detection equipment such as Radiation Portal Monitors (RPM), Radiation Isotope Identification Devices (RIID), and Personal Radiation Detectors (PRD) to scan cargo containers, trucks, railcars, buses, and passenger vehicles for narcotics, weapons, nuclear material, undeclared goods, and other contraband at the Calais, ME Ports-of Entry.
- Educated travelers on import regulations, promoting compliance with customs laws while facilitating efficient movement across borders.
Education
Career Related Training
US Customs And Border Protection
Glynco, GAAnti-Terrorism Train The Trainer Course
US Customs And Border Protection
Reston, VA01-2003
Skills
- Relationship building
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Stakeholder engagement
- Team management
- Employee development
- Program management
- Issues resolution
Timeline
Assistant Port Director - Trade
US Customs and Border Protection
10.2015 - 07.2021
Supervisory Customs and Border Protection Officer
US Customs and Border Protection
10.2005 - 10.2015
Career Related Training
US Customs And Border Protection
Anti-Terrorism Train The Trainer Course
US Customs And Border Protection
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