Kenan Smith
South Ozone Park,NY
Summary
Accomplished CBP Officer from the Department of Homeland Security, CBP, with a proven track record in contraband detection and immigration law enforcement. Skilled in bilingual communication and crisis management, I excel in high-stakes environments, ensuring compliance and safety. Demonstrated ability to lead tactical operations and collaborate effectively with law enforcement agencies, enhancing public safety and operational efficiency.
Stringent [Job Title] skilled in enforcing regulatory compliance and adherence to government requirements. Bringing [Number] years of success in customs documentation and inspection. Adept at communicating with law enforcement to foster seamless operations.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
CBP Officer
Department of Homeland Security, CBP
09.2003 - Current
- Initiated civil and criminal prosecutions and cooperated with law enforcement agencies in investigation and prosecution of persons in violation of immigration or customs laws.
- Collected samples of import merchandise for additional testing, examination and appraisal.
- Developed, planned and participated in tactical operations.
- Supported law enforcement agencies by providing accurate and timely data regarding illegal activity and testimony to facts related to cases.
- Completed investigations of applications for refunds of duties or mitigation of assessed penalties.
- Identified contraband items and seized according to customs laws.
- Performed intelligence analysis and law enforcement activities such as apprehension, detention and arrest.
- Reported seized contraband or attempts to illegally transport goods to proper authorities and documented observations and evidence for future actions.
- Identified and seized contraband, undeclared merchandise and vehicles or boats containing such merchandise.
- Validated immigration documents, asked questions and reported discrepancies to authorities for further review.
- Interacted with carriers, agencies and foreign entities to provide guidance on admissibility and compliance.
- Explained laws and regulations to travelers and distributors and promoted comprehension to foster adherence to requirements.
- Examined baggage and personal items upon entering or leaving country to verify adherence to customs requirements and identify suspected violations.
- Detailed persons violating duly established laws and followed orders for further processing.
- Prevented illegal trafficking of people and narcotics.
- Summoned law enforcement to detain persons found to be in violation of customs or immigration laws and arrange for legal actions.
- Conducted and assisted at Brownsville POE with K-9 inspections to detect drugs, explosives and cash.
Education
Associate of Science - Recording Arts
Full Sail University
Winter Park, FL09-2000
Skills
- Integrity and honesty
- Physical fitness
- Firearms proficiency
- Surveillance techniques
- Language skills Turkish
- Crisis management worked in Emergency Management
- Crisis management
- Task delegation
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Policy enforcement
- Emergency response
- Self-defense techniques
- Customs documentation
- Immigration law
- Hazardous materials handling
- Multitasking
- Team building
- Law enforcement support
- Government policy regulations
- Attention to detail
- Visa approval
- Report writing
- Public safety
- Professional demeanor
- Organizational skills
- Physical stamina
- Immigration application review
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Self motivation
- Immigration interviews
- Legal codes
- Tactical operations
- Application review
- Duty assessment
- Drug enforcement
- Bilingual communication
- Fraud detection
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Problem-solving abilities
- Document verification
- Interrogation techniques
- Legal requirements
- Firearms handling
- Duty and tax calculations
- Interpersonal communication
- Threat assessment
- Relationship building
- Time management
- Reliability
- Interpersonal skills
- Written communication
- Duty fees and taxes
- Detail orientation
- Time management abilities
- Stress management
- Active listening
- Government regulations
- Traffic control
- Customs records
- Multitasking Abilities
- Task prioritization
- Law enforcement
- Problem-solving
- Analytical thinking
- Customs inspection
- Security protocols
- Analytical skills
- Incident response
- Contraband detection
- Product seizure
- Teamwork
- Conflict resolution
- Intelligence analysis
- Professionalism
- Law enforcement collaboration
- Adaptability
- Passport checks
- Effective communication
- Goal setting
- Cultural sensitivity
- Physical agility
- Negotiation tactics
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Continuous improvement
Timeline
CBP Officer
Department of Homeland Security, CBP
09.2003 - Current
Associate of Science - Recording Arts
Full Sail University
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