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Border Security & Border Patrol
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Sensor Operations
o served as Sensor Operations Chief for Ground Sensor platoon amid Operation Javelina Thunder VII in McAllen, Texas
o provided bulletproof surveillance; resulted in seven undocumented aliens captured and 39 turned back across the border over the course of a 15-day period
o performed night reconnaissance missions with Border Patrol personnel in search of new emplacement sites; led to seizure of 500 pounds of marijuana
o implanted seven sensor strings in multiple locations; led to several drug seizures totaling over 589 pounds of marijuana
o trained Ground Sensor platoon Marines on tactical operating procedures, including log book, admin duties, and reporting procedures; reduced law enforcement response time by 25%
o planned and executed 14 missions to increase Sensor net validity; included 17 new emplacements and field maintenance on 23 sensors; increased surveillance of critical areas
o coordinated with Border Patrol personnel to establish new radio repeater sites; restored and expanded communications coverage to over 85% of the deployed sensors
o sorted and removed surplus -21 inventory items and processed 14 DRMO parts for turn-in; reduced the Maintenance Group Consolidated Tool Kit footprint by more than 25%
o revised the Consolidated Took Kit inventory which included inspecting over 6,000 tools and equipment items while also correcting 34 errors; ensured 100% accountability and utilization of assets
RVSS/IFT Operator
o instructed 20 Soldiers on the operation and maintenance of Remote Video Surveillance System Upgrade (RVSS-U) system; expanded coverage and subsequent apprehensions
o qualified on the RVSS and IFT systems in less than a week; multiplied Border Patrol security
o volunteered for the Southwest Border Mission with the Department of Homeland Security; safe-guarded the Texas border
o manned and operated Integrated Fixed Tower (IFT) system and RVSS; validated system effectiveness
o augmented U.S. Border Patrol; apprehended numerous undocumented aliens and seized 300 kgs of illegal drugs smuggled through the Southwest border
o embraced new duties and quickly gained the knowledge needed to support the mission; improved Immigration and Customs Enforcement
o provided accurate identification of over 100 illegal immigrants; reduced administrative processing and holding time by 24 hours
o processed daily reports for the group supervisor expeditiously; reduced identification and processing errors
o his intelligence background expanded the office's ability to confirm the identity of illegal immigrants exponentially
o operated forklifts, changed tires, and arranged vehicle transportation; increased logistics capability by 50%
o maintained individual upgrade training while simultaneously supporting the border mission; disciplined Soldier
o provided logistical support for Task Force 51; ensured 1,000 border patrol operatives have billeting and logistic support
South West Border Mission Systems Maintenance
o trained personnel on South West Border Mission and vehicle maintenance program; reduced integration delays
o supervised six Air Force members and five Soldiers; increased CBP capabilities
o coordinated and prepared CBP vehicle delivery; sustained operations across over 500 miles of border
o inspected, loaded, and delivered 122 vehicles; 100% of vehicle requirements met two weeks ahead of schedule
o performed 614 tire repairs; restored 356 affected vehicles; saved $25,000 in CBP outsourced repairs
o repaired ATV small engines; over 200 man hours saved; expanded vehicle flexibilty and operational capabilities
o spearheaded shop clean up; organized and cleared 10 vehicle bay; sustained 100% of maintenance shop capabilities
o monitored 475 miles of western US borders; detected and responded to over 45,000 sensor activations; maintained border security
o assessed 227 intrusion alarm sensors; dispatched CBP agents to site; prevented illegal entry to West SEC borders
Operations NCOIC
o served as Operations NCOIC, directly liaising with Battalion, Brigade, and Border Patrol staff
o managed the movement and training of 120 soldiers and $200,000 of equipment with no losses; directly supported the missions of JTFSB and Task Force Tough Ombres
o coordinated across three Task Forces and executed Brigade-level leadership while acting as IRC Executive Officer
Entry Identification Team Leader
o served as Team Leader of an Entry Identification Team; contributed to the capture of 677 undocumented aliens and over 20,000 pounds of narcotics
o positioned US Border Patrol members for visual deterrence of illegal border crossing; reduced crossing attempts by over 50%
o as an Entry Identification Team Leader, supervised 12 US Army and Air Force personnel; unified efforts and increased team effectiveness
o coordinated daily with US Border Patrol Personnel in the deterrence and capture of undocumented aliens; provided round-the-clock support in all weather conditions
15P Aviation Operations Specialist
o deployed in support of Operation Guardian Shield, Southwest Border; sustained aviation operations around the clock under austere conditions
o manned the RGV Sector; contributed to the overall success of over 50 Southwest Border air support missions assisting Border Patrol and Marines in securing the border
o augmented U.S. Border Patrol in support of Operation Uphold Justice and assisted in over 5,000 detections in the Ysleta sector and over 90,000 detections in the El Paso sector
o partnered with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the U.S. Border Patrol (USBP); assisted in the interception of undocumented migrants and the seizure of illegal substances
o augmented border security; afforded DHS the opportunity to apprehend and properly document personnel
o coordinated the timely and accurate execution of daily operations provided by U.S. Army Joint Task Force North
o supported United States Customs Border Protection and United States Border Patrol efforts; maintained border integrity
o conducted over 1,000 post hours and over 100 guard mount hours; ensured the safety of local residents and property
o lead 13 Marines in detaining and processing over 40 illegal transport apprehensions; increased detection by 30 percent
o toured and maintained constant daily reconnaissance and surveillance of over 100 miles; enhanced border effectiveness
o executed over 13,000 successful surveillance hours from post points near Algodones, Mexico to post points near Ajo, Arizona
o supported the Southwest Border Mission; facilitated the Customs and Border Protection efforts at Deming New Mexico
o conducted daily maintenance on a variety of vehicles and ATVs; kept fleet at best operational rate in 5 years
o through his exceptional work ethic and managerial skills, he was instrumental to the success of daily border operations
Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO)
o conducted multiple Port of Detroit enforcement operations on his own accord and ran enforcement operations post primary; most productive CBPO on shift
o obtained seals to conduct enforcement operations at the Detroit Fort Street Cargo Facility; conducted multiple truck inspections post primary to include trailer checks and cab checks
o searched over 20 trucks in the hour we were allowed to conduct enforcement operations; prevented illicit travel and trade
o left the Customs and Immigration counter when no travelers were present to assist with multiple wrong turn situations; facilitated multiple seizures
o created a comprehensive user guide for fellow officers to use during seizure processing; guided officers through a seizure in a step-by-step manner; increased compliance with CBP policy
Criminal Intelligence Analyst Support
o led Joint Task Force Operation Phalanx; supported the identification, disruption, dismantling and prosecution of cross-border smuggling and trafficking organizations
o analyzed border smuggling trends; provided information that enabled the interdiction of contraband, weapons, money and persons entering and exiting the United States illegally
o contributed new leads and financial information and uncovered criminal records and criminal associations of many subjects; allowed ICE agents to expand the scope of investigation
Logistics NCO
o organized a team to complete the timely processing and upload of 123 passengers for the 508th Military Police Company, securing the U.S. southern border and preventing the smuggling of 549K lbs of narcotics
o supported JTF Sierra logistic operations; tracked all damages and losses to government equipment; processed Statement of Charges or Financial Liability Investigation of Property Loss in excess of $56,000
o served as Logistics frontman for all in-processing and out-processing Soldiers and Airmen assigned to the TF; maintained strict control of all resources
o coordinated with Central Issuing Facility; ensured the accountability of all protective gear issued to Soldiers and Airmen assigned to the Southwest Border Mission
o ensured all Soldiers/ Airmen received replacement uniforms to remain within regulations; exploited partnership with United States Property and Fiscal Office
Duty Corpsman
o attached to JTF North's 1st Intel ground sensor platoon; assisted in placing and monitoring sensors along the southern border to support drug law enforcement agencies
o monitored over 400 hours of and reported sensor activations to the border patrol; lead to 477 illegal alien apprehensions, 4,544 pounds of narcotics seizures, and 1 vehicle seizure
o provided medical coverage for 19 Marines assigned to JTF North 1st Intel ground sensor platoon; maintained force health and capability
Operation Guardian Support
o served as operations support for a multi-state, federal agency campaign; reduced the flow of narcotics and human smuggling across the southern border of the United States
o volunteered his time and energy to ensure mission success; worked 60 hour weeks and remained on active orders for 22 months while maintaining individual soldier readiness
o acted as Team Leader for eight SM's; ensured communication, work schedules, physical training, and other individual tasks were distributed and completed in a timely manner
o demonstrated outstanding work ethic; often worked late to accomplish last minute taskings including short notice inventories and the Phase-1 turn-in of CBP vehicles at the Pharr International Bridge, Port of Entry
