Dedicated Border Patrol Agent with previous military background and native-level Spanish fluency. Supervisory Border Patrol Agent at the Brian A. Terry Border Patrol station from 07/2008 to 11/2014. High-level organizational and communications skills leading to optimum outcomes in challenging environment. During this tenure I have been tasked with collateral duties. These include Field Training Officer, Use of Force Safety Officer, Sensor Technician, Jane Doe Coordinator and Seized Property Specialist.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Border Patrol Agent
DHS/CBP USBP Brian A. Terry Station
11.2014 - Current
Surveilled land borders from covert locations to detect and apprehend undocumented aliens and smugglers.
Used variety of law enforcement databases such as E3, TECS, NCIC, EARM and SEACATS.
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, 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.
Communicated with Spanish-speaking undocumented aliens and smugglers to obtain information and issue verbal commands.
Secured geographical borders and coastal waters from unauthorized entry to enable better border enforcement.
Patrolled international land borders and coastal waters.
Partnered with aircraft-based law enforcement agents to find and apprehend ground-based undocumented aliens and people smugglers.
Worked with trained K-9 partners to locate undocumented people and facilitate transport to border patrol facility.
Identified contraband items and seized according to customs laws.
Validated immigration documents, asked questions and reported discrepancies to authorities for further review.
Developed, planned and participated in tactical operations.
Performed intelligence analysis and law enforcement activities such as apprehension, detention and arrest.
Prevented illegal trafficking of people and narcotics.
Supported law enforcement agencies by providing accurate and timely data regarding illegal activity and testimony to facts related to cases.
Reported seized contraband or attempts to illegally transport goods to proper authorities and documented observations and evidence for future actions.
Initiated civil and criminal prosecutions and cooperated with law enforcement agencies in investigation and prosecution of persons in violation of immigration or customs laws.
Detected and prevented terrorists and terrorist weapons from entering country.
Conducted traffic patrols and vehicle checks to identify people attempting to illegally cross United States border.
Supervisory Border Patrol Agent
DHS/CBP USBP Brian A. Terry Station
07.2008 - 11.2014
Surveilled land borders from covert locations to detect and apprehend undocumented aliens and smugglers.
Conducted traffic patrols and vehicle checks to identify people attempting to illegally cross United States border.
Processed undocumented aliens at border patrol stations and furnished case resolution details to resolve immediate situations.
Identified and followed tracks, physical evidence to locate and detain undocumented aliens and people traffickers.
Utilized infrared scopes during nighttime surveillance to detect presence of unauthorized people attempting entry into United States.
Rendered necessary medical assistance to undocumented aliens and arranged transport to medical facility in emergency situations.
Communicated with Spanish-speaking undocumented aliens and smugglers to obtain information and issue verbal commands.
Secured geographical borders and coastal waters from unauthorized entry to enable better border enforcement.
Partnered with aircraft-based law enforcement agents to find and apprehend ground-based undocumented aliens and people smugglers.
Worked with trained K-9 partners to locate undocumented people and facilitate transport to border patrol facility.
Used variety of law enforcement databases such as E3 ,TECS, NCIC and EARM.
Detected and prevented terrorists and terrorist weapons from entering country.
Identified contraband items and seized according to customs laws.
Developed, planned and participated in tactical operations.
Validated immigration documents, asked questions and reported discrepancies to authorities for further review.
Performed intelligence analysis and law enforcement activities such as apprehension, detention and arrest.
Prevented illegal trafficking of people and narcotics.
Supported law enforcement agencies by providing accurate and timely data regarding illegal activity and testimony to facts related to cases.
Initiated civil and criminal prosecutions and cooperated with law enforcement agencies in investigation and prosecution of persons in violation of immigration or customs laws.
Border Patrol Agent
DHS/ CBP U.S. Border Patrol
09.2001 - 07.2008
Surveilled land borders from covert locations to detect and apprehend undocumented aliens and smugglers.
Used variety of law enforcement databases such as E3, EARM. TECS and SEACATS.
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, physical evidence and [Type] 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.
Communicated with spanish-speaking undocumented aliens and smugglers to obtain information and issue verbal commands.
Patrolled international land borders and coastal waters.
Partnered with aircraft-based law enforcement agents to find and apprehend ground-based undocumented aliens and people smugglers.
Worked with trained K-9 partners to locate undocumented people and facilitate transport to border patrol facility.
Identified contraband items and seized according to customs laws.
Summoned law enforcement to detain persons found to be in violation of customs or immigration laws and arrange for legal actions.
Performed intelligence analysis and law enforcement activities such as apprehension, detention and arrest.
Prevented illegal trafficking of people and narcotics.
Supported law enforcement agencies by providing accurate and timely data regarding illegal activity and testimony to facts related to cases.
Detailed persons violating duly established laws and followed orders for further processing.
Initiated civil and criminal prosecutions and cooperated with law enforcement agencies in investigation and prosecution of persons in violation of immigration or customs laws.
Detected and prevented terrorists and terrorist weapons from entering country.
Conducted traffic patrols and vehicle checks to identify people attempting to illegally cross United States border.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Administration of Justice
Cochise College
Douglas, AZ
05.1993
High School Diploma -
Douglas High School
Douglas, AZ
05.1987
Skills
Emergency Situations
Active Listening
Weapons Handling
Public Safety
Critical Thinking
Report Writing
Investigative Procedures
Anti-Smuggling Activities
Effective Communication
Effective Working Relationships
Interpersonal Skills
Additional Information
Served and was discharged honorably from the United States Army and Arizona Army National Guard.
Dates of Service:
10/21/1987 to 07/23/1990 Regular Army
11/17/1990 to 06/12/1991 Operation Desert Shield/Storm
06/12/1991 to 11/1999 Arizona Army National Guard
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Border Patrol Agent
DHS/CBP USBP Brian A. Terry Station
11.2014 - Current
Supervisory Border Patrol Agent
DHS/CBP USBP Brian A. Terry Station
07.2008 - 11.2014
Border Patrol Agent
DHS/ CBP U.S. Border Patrol
09.2001 - 07.2008
Associate of Applied Science - Administration of Justice
Cochise College
High School Diploma -
Douglas High School
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