Rachel King

• Phone: +61 2 9012 3456
• Email: rachel.king@email.com
• Location: Sydney, Australia
• LinkedIn: rachelkingcustoms

Summary

Six years of dedicated service in Australian border security, expertly managing passenger and cargo inspections to uphold national integrity. Proven ability to identify and intercept prohibited items, contributing to a 15% increase in contraband seizures over the past two years. Specializes in risk assessment and intelligence-driven operations within high-volume international ports.

Experience

Customs and Border Protection Officer (Grade 4), Australian Border Force -- Sydney, Australia

Mar 2019 – present

• Conducted comprehensive primary and secondary inspections of international passengers and their baggage, clearing an average of 300+ individuals per shift.

• Utilized advanced screening technologies, including X-ray and detector dogs, to identify undeclared goods and illicit substances, leading to 200+ interdictions annually.

• Processed complex cargo declarations and performed physical examinations of freight, ensuring compliance with import/export regulations and quarantine laws.

• Collaborated with inter-agency partners (e.g., Australian Federal Police, Department of Agriculture) on joint operations, enhancing intelligence sharing and operational effectiveness.

• Trained and mentored junior officers on border security procedures, risk assessment protocols, and the use of enforcement databases.

Customs and Border Protection Officer (Grade 3), Australian Border Force -- Melbourne, Australia

Jan 2018 – Feb 2019

• Executed initial screening and questioning of arriving passengers, identifying potential risks and referring individuals for further inspection.

• Gained proficiency in interpreting travel documents, visas, and customs declarations to detect anomalies and fraudulent entries.

• Participated in targeted operations focused on specific high-risk flights or cargo shipments, contributing to a 10% reduction in prohibited item entry.

• Maintained accurate records of all inspections, seizures, and enforcement actions in accordance with departmental guidelines.

Education

University of Sydney, Bachelor of Arts in Criminology -- Sydney, Australia

Feb 2014 – Nov 2017

Australian Border Force College, Certificate IV in Government (Border Protection) in Border Protection & National Security -- Canberra, Australia

Dec 2017 – June 2018

Skills

Border Security Operations: Passenger Screening, Cargo Inspection, Risk Assessment, Contraband Interdiction, Immigration Control, Quarantine Enforcement, Intelligence Analysis, Counter-Terrorism Measures

Technical Proficiency: X-ray Screening Systems, Biometric Verification, Customs Enforcement Databases, Detector Dog Handling (Basic), Surveillance Technologies

Compliance & Enforcement: Customs Act 1901, Migration Act 1958, Quarantine Act 1908, Trade Compliance, Fraud Detection, Interrogation Techniques, Legal Documentation

Interpersonal & Communication: Conflict Resolution, Cross-Cultural Communication, Team Leadership, Report Writing, Stakeholder Collaboration, Interviewing Skills