WILFREDO COLON
Florida City
Summary
Dependable CBP Officer with a strong background in security checks and document examination. Proven ability to manage high-pressure situations while adapting to changing regulations. Bilingual and committed to upholding agency integrity during international assignments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
CBP Officer
U.S Customs and Border Protection
Miami
01.2023 - Current
- Investigated false documentation and suspicious behavior to uphold national security standards
- Interrogated passengers who did not comply with security protocol
- Examined documents to determine immigration status and citizenship of people crossing the borders.
- Conducted interviews of immigrants to verify document authenticity and ensure compliance with immigration laws
- Made informed decisions on aliens admission into the United States
- Completed security checks for incoming and outgoing passengers
- Ensured thorough checks of merchandise to prevent unauthorized materials from entering, applying customs laws and regulations
Correctional Officer
Federal Bureau of Prisons
Miami
06.2016 - 01.2023
- Exercise sound judgment in making instantaneous decisions affecting life, well-being, civil liberties and property which cannot be reviewed prior to implementation, and which may subject the decision-making.
- Assisted inmates during incidents of injury, illness, or trauma, ensuring timely medical response and safety.
- Enforced facility security rules and regulations, maintaining inmate accountability and conduct to uphold judicial sanctions.
- Maintained authorization to carry firearms to uphold security measures and manage inmate behavior. and to use physical force, including deadly force, to maintain control of inmates.
- Served as member of Disturbance Control Team (DCT), responding to major disturbances and assaults, conducting investigations, and interviewing participants.
- Performs the duties of all correctional posts to include housing units, compound, outer perimeter, Special/Restricted Housing Unit, rear gate, tool room officer, and control center.
- Able to effectively communicate in writing by issuing incident reports on inmates or writing detailed memos to SIS, Lieutenants and Facility Administration.
- Possess extensive skill in using a personal computer and other office equipment to also include all current programs such as Truscope, Sentry, and ISDS.
- Analyzing and reviewing entries and related documents to build familiarity with requirements.
Police Officer
United States Navy Reserves
08.2011 - 02.2022
- Secured and protected service members during operations and events.
- Supported crowd control and prevented riots through strategic positioning and coordination.
- Trained fellow Sailors in security and shore patrol duties.
- Provided protective service to high-ranking dignitaries and government officials.
- Cared for and trained detection dogs to identify narcotics and explosives during security operations.
- Conducted waterborne security patrol and interdiction operations.
- Operated military prisons (brigs) aboard ships and on shore.
- Conduct preliminary investigations into Uniform Code of Military Justice violations.
- Resolved issues related to detainee operations in Guantanamo Bay Cuba, ensuring compliance with military protocols.
Aircraft Director
United States Navy
11.2005 - 11.2010
- Executed crashed rescue, firefighting, crash removal, and damage control duties to ensure safe aircraft launch and recovery.
- Supervised the movement, spotting, and securing of aircraft and equipment ashore and afloat.
- Directed the movement and spotting of aircraft ashore and afloat.
- Operated and maintained ground handling equipment for efficient aircraft movement and hoisting.
- Facilitated military operations during Operation Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom, contributing to mission success.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Monroe College
Bronx, NY05-2015
Skills
- Customs enforcement
- Contraband detection
- Security checks
- Document examination
- Interview techniques
- Law enforcement techniques
- Crisis response
- Safety compliance
- Integrity management
Timeline
CBP Officer
U.S Customs and Border Protection
01.2023 - Current
Correctional Officer
Federal Bureau of Prisons
06.2016 - 01.2023
Police Officer
United States Navy Reserves
08.2011 - 02.2022
Aircraft Director
United States Navy
11.2005 - 11.2010
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Monroe College