Jose E Sinohui
Yuma,AZ
Summary
I served faithfully and honorably as a Border Patrol Agent (BPA) with the United States Border Patrol, and after 24 years of service I retired on December 31, 2021. I am currently employed as a Court Security Officer with the Yuma County Superior Court. I am seeking this opportunity where I believe I will be able to fully utilize my skills, training, and work experience. I look forward to the challenges and opportunities that this position provides.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Court Security Officer
Yuma County Superior Court
Yuma , AZ
2023.08 - Current
- Court security duties include security and safety of judges, court staff and visitors.
- Adhered strictly to safety guidelines when handling firearms while on duty.
- Verified identity and credentials of visitors entering the courthouse.
- Assisted in training new Court Security Officers on proper procedures and protocols.
- Enforced rules and regulations for all personnel entering court premises.
- Prepare and submit detailed reports of security incidents.
- Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records and restricted County information.
Border Patrol Agent (Intelligence)
United Stated Border Patrol
Yuma , AZ
2011.09 - 2021.12
- In the position as a Border Patrol Agent (Intelligence), I was assigned to the Yuma Sector Intelligence Unit. During this time, I acquired a vast array of training and knowledge that complemented my experience as a Border Patrol Agent. I became extremely knowledgeable on numerous systems used for conducting intelligence research. The systems I learned to use were AFI/Palantir, ATS-L, ATS-P, Targeting Framework, PCQS, CCDI, EARM, US-Visits, INS Menu, CIS, CLAIMS, ACJIS, CLEAR, and BIG PIPE. I learned to apply these systems to conduct targeted research on individuals and smuggling groups.
- I participated in both long term and short-term complex intelligence research involving local gangs, smuggling cells, illegal aliens and immigration violators. I gained a lot of experience as a liaison with various local, state, and federal agencies through collaboration on cases.
- I constructed multiple intelligence reports and Shift Logs, Work Folders, and Target Folders that contained significant information related to smuggling activities, organizations, and trends in the Yuma, AZ area. I also conducted surveillance on targeted individuals to gain further information to assist investigations. I gained valuable experience on intelligence gathering and preparation while serving in this position. I was able to offer suggestions to leadership to improve effectiveness, increase production, and maintain a high level of morale as I was given the opportunity to become a leader and mentor amongst my peers.
- I assisted the Social Security Administration’s Office of the Inspector General with a fraud investigation (Operation Cancelled Check) by analyzing crossing history and travel patterns of individuals. The operation is estimated to have saved millions of dollars for taxpayers and resulted in numerous arrests and prosecutions.
- I used a variety of systems to help identify targets of Transnational Criminal Organizations and operators within Illicit Networks. I also maintained biographical information sheets of prospective and current targets.
- I prepared and documented case folders on suspected alien/narcotics smugglers and after a successful law enforcement resolution was achieved, I presented the case to the AUSA for prosecution.
Border Patrol Agent
United States Border Patrol
Willcox , AZ
1998.05 - 2011.08
- As a Border Patrol Agent conducting line watch duties, I was able to perform many duties in a variety of situations. Some of the performance aspects of line watch included but weren’t limited to; patrolling the International Boundary in an attempt to detect and interdict individuals or vehicles that made an illegal entry into the United States. I was able to gain vast field experience arresting individuals who were involved in both human and narcotic trafficking. These duties allowed for me to apply my knowledge of Immigration and Nationality laws in order to prosecute suspects of illegal entry, human smuggling, and narcotic smuggling.
- I prepared the daily shift assignments (G-481) for line watch operations. I also amended scheduling as needed to accommodate daily operations. In addition to making shift assignments, I approved requests for sick leave, annual leave, and family medical leave act.
- I was routinely assigned to the duty desk and responded to requests from Border Patrol Agents in the field. I coordinated multiple streams of information from field agents, supervisors, intelligence unit members, and other agencies ensuring timely notifications were made.
- One of my many responsibilities was overseeing the processing area which required reviewing case files for accuracy and correctness. These duties also required that I sign off on the custody of property for detained individuals.
- I interviewed numerous illegal aliens, possible human/narcotic smugglers, and gang members. Conducting these interviews allowed me to understand the behaviors of smuggling and criminal activity more thoroughly.
- Interacted with other federal agencies such as Immigration Customs Enforcement and Homeland Security Investigations.
- Participated in interagency task forces designed to target specific organized crime groups involved in human trafficking or drug smuggling across borders.
- Analyzed intelligence data gathered from various sources including informants to identify patterns associated with criminal organizations operating along the border.
- Prepared detailed reports after completing investigations that documented evidence collected and any actions taken by Border Patrol Agents during operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kofa High School
Yuma, AZ1987-05
Skills
- Professionalism
- Self Motivation
- Facility Security
- Weapons Handling
- Patrol procedures
- Investigative skills
- Arrest procedures
- Courtroom Procedures
- Document Review
- Court Procedures
- Organizational Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Records Maintenance
- Interpersonal Communication
Accomplishments
Yuma Sector Employee of the Month
December 2011
Award received in relation to an apprehension/prosecution of a narcotics
smuggling event
- Yuma Sector Team Citation Award
- Outstanding Performance Rating/Quality Step Increase
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Court Security Officer
Yuma County Superior Court
2023.08 - Current
Border Patrol Agent (Intelligence)
United Stated Border Patrol
2011.09 - 2021.12
Border Patrol Agent
United States Border Patrol
1998.05 - 2011.08
High School Diploma -
Kofa High School
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