CBP officer

[Drew23]

I took my VBT today, I'm hoping I did well on it. Either way, it was still an interesting experience.

[merlin436]

I understand the concept that it is up to their discretion. For arguement sake they do match the pay, in this case going from a 6/2 to a 5/7 - would the second year be a 7/1 or a 7/3 then?

First...we're talking of two different pay scales here. You're currently getting paid as a GL06/02. Base pay...$36,149. That's actually more than a GS05/10...base pay $35,135. If they match you in the entirety you'll come in as a 05/00. In today's money in NYC... a bit more than $44,959.

The next year they should match your $36,149 to the base of the GS 07 scale...which would be a GS-07/04...$36,825. Then you should see a bump to a 07/06...or $49,977 in NYC today.

Now, since we're talking of two different pay scales and the possibility of coming in as a 05/00, don't hold me exactly to that. You might well see a variation. It should be close to that though.

[E3CSHARP]

Anyone hear about the hiring process in florida? Is it going slow or fast? Are there plenty of positions?

Keith I am in the process for FL and all other, I got a NOR a week later after testing on the 9th. I had a 90 and still waiting to hear back from them.

[bhov97]

2 down 1 to go ....

[bhov97]

=) . Such a nice day in the bay today.

its cold and icy in boston, but thank u for the image =)

[nordy racer]

no call yet :(

[Bizzy930]

=) . Such a nice day in the bay today.
Dude, tell me about it. I usually arrive at SFO early in the morning and it would be freezing. Today on the other hand was warm. I should have left my jacket at home...

[code 09]

Anyone hear about the hiring process in florida? Is it going slow or fast? Are there plenty of positions?

Keith,

I started my BI on 09/08 and all other items were checked, I met with the investigator on Nov08 and still pending. I called on Dec08 to find out and I was told they need lots of people, not sure if they meant in FL or all of the US. What is your status?

[Alaric]

Everything has cleared today, even got a call from Medical letting me know I cleared it.

So anyone esle in Washington, all other areas (seattle, tacoma etc) or know how the hiring is going there?

[s0lid snake]

Everything has cleared today, even got a call from Medical letting me know I cleared it.

So anyone esle in Washington, all other areas (seattle, tacoma etc) or know how the hiring is going there?


Hey did your CASS or job hotline say your medical is cleared? I emailed medical unit and they said my medical is cleared but CASS and job hotline hasn't updated yet.

[IronHorse0311]

Solid Snake....What is the email for the medical unit. I am only waiting on my drug test and medical to clear. Thanks

[code 09]

The CASS system is a bit behind. I noticed the system is behind about 5 days sometimes. Good luck everyone!

[barnaj]

[QUOTE=code 09;1592231]The CASS system is a bit behind. QUOTE]

Nomination:
Understatement of the year

[Pawn922]

[QUOTE=code 09;1592231]The CASS system is a bit behind. QUOTE]

Nomination:
Understatement of the year

I second that nomination!!

[barnaj]

[QUOTE=barnaj;1592490]

I second that nomination!!

I would ask you how your progress is going, but i already know! And since your dad isnt a supervisor at a certain POE, i doubt you're starting anytime soon (inside joke).

[Pawn922]

Maybe it would help if we could find some CBPOs to date? Maybe they could help us move along more quickly.

[QUOTE=Pawn922;1592521]

I would ask you how your progress is going, but i already know! And since your dad isnt a supervisor at a certain POE, i doubt you're starting anytime soon (inside joke).

[barnaj]

[QUOTE=Pawn922;1592532]Maybe it would help if we could find some CBPOs to date? Maybe they could help us move along more quickly.



Ha, ha. Weve been there, didnt work out so great, did it!?

[colinm112]

Hello hello, would someone please be kind enough to PM me the number to call to check up on wtf is going on with my background. Its been about 7 months. Also, an email address would be welcomed as well. Thanks in advance.

[Chamoru]

Alaric, I'm in the same place just waiting for the call ...

[rbakous1]

Hello hello, would someone please be kind enough to PM me the number to call to check up on wtf is going on with my background. Its been about 7 months. Also, an email address would be welcomed as well. Thanks in advance.

Damn:( It's only been 7 weeks for me and I'm starting to get a little frustrated. Good luck.

[barnaj]

Hello hello, would someone please be kind enough to PM me the number to call to check up on wtf is going on with my background. Its been about 7 months. Also, an email address would be welcomed as well. Thanks in advance.

Thats a real drag, been two months waiting for me. Contacting the MHC isnt going to help, they dont know anything about security until they are contacted regarding your eligibility. Thats why this part of the process blows, you cant get any specific info.

[bhov97]

i've been waiting two months exactly today, still no word...i've been hitting the gym hard 4 sometimes 5 times a week trying to prepare, and i still think i'm not in the condition i wanna be in to be ready to go to FLETC lol

i say use the time u are waiting as motivation to get in (better) shape and try to be the most prepared physically that u can..:)

[barnaj]

i've been waiting two months exactly today, still no word...i've been hitting the gym hard 4 sometimes 5 times a week trying to prepare, and i still think i'm not in the condition i wanna be in to be ready to go to FLETC lol

i say use the time u are waiting as motivation to get in (better) shape and try to be the most prepared physically that u can..:)

Getting in shape at FLETC is the easiest thing you'll ever do. Without even trying and drinking everyday, I dropped 20-25 lbs. Now mind you, i walked everywhere and tried my hardest during p.t. etc. It blows my mind that people there not only dont lose weight, but actually gain it.

[bhov97]

Getting in shape at FLETC is the easiest thing you'll ever do. Without even trying and drinking everyday, I dropped 20-25 lbs. Now mind you, i walked everywhere and tried my hardest during p.t. etc. It blows my mind that people there not only dont lose weight, but actually gain it.

nice, was it the chicken? i hear people saying things about the chicken there....is it that bad? lol

[barnaj]

nice, was it the chicken? i hear people saying things about the chicken there....is it that bad? lol

Nah just another case of played out jokes, and people looking for something to complain about. If you ask me the food is pretty good, big selection and free. People only have to eat chicken everyday if they choose too. Thats like making jokes about the fletc milk, because its always an option.

[bhov97]

Nah just another case of played out jokes, and people looking for something to complain about. If you ask me the food is pretty good, big selection and free. People only have to eat chicken everyday if they choose too. Thats like making jokes about the fletc milk, because its always an option.

Boston Public School food i'd say is the worse food i've ever encountered...so i think i'll be good haha

[co94]

i've been waiting two months exactly today, still no word...i've been hitting the gym hard 4 sometimes 5 times a week trying to prepare, and i still think i'm not in the condition i wanna be in to be ready to go to FLETC lol

i say use the time u are waiting as motivation to get in (better) shape and try to be the most prepared physically that u can..:)
try over 5 months. everything cleared on 8-8-08. going crazy here. Just give me a call already

[barnaj]

try over 5 months. everything cleared on 8-8-08. going crazy here. Just give me a call already

Dont get too discouraged, from what i read NJ is slow rolling everyone.

[merlin436]

It blows my mind that people there not only dont lose weight, but actually gain it.

I gained 4 pounds. I also went from 18 to 11% body fat. Muscle weighs more than fat.

To be honest though I lost about 20 pounds working to get into shape before FLETC.


I could see where a slug gain meaningful weight there. All that free food, the beer and the rest. But you're right, if you can't improve your fitness there, I doubt it'll happen anywhere.

[barnaj]

I gained 4 pounds. I also went from 18 to 11% body fat. Muscle weighs more than fat.

To be honest though I lost about 20 pounds working to get into shape before FLETC.


I could see where a slug gain meaningful weight there. All that free food, the beer and the rest. But you're right, if you can't improve your fitness there, I doubt it'll happen anywhere.

yeah i was referencing people getting fatter, not those who gain muscle from lifting and all that.

[Alaric]

Hey did your CASS or job hotline say your medical is cleared? I emailed medical unit and they said my medical is cleared but CASS and job hotline hasn't updated yet.


Nope CASS is way behind.

On CASS:
Only things pending are BI, Quals, and Medical.

on Hotline:
Only thing pending is Medical.

Yesterday I called and left a message with the medical unit, my doctor was supposed to send them a letter by DEC. 23rd, So I called them to make sure it had been received. Less than 2 hours later I received a call from the medical unit and they said "You have been cleared medically"

So I guess now I just need to wait for the gears to catch up and everyone involved to realize everything is cleared......

By the way after you are sent to the TSU does it say you have been moved there on the hotline or CASS or do you just find this out after getting "THE CALL" ?

[barnaj]

Nope CASS is way behind.

On CASS:
Only things pending are BI, Quals, and Medical.

on Hotline:
Only thing pending is Medical.

Yesterday I called and left a message with the medical unit, my doctor was supposed to send them a letter by DEC. 23rd, So I called them to make sure it had been received. Less than 2 hours later I received a call from the medical unit and they said "You have been cleared medically"

So I guess now I just need to wait for the gears to catch up and everyone involved to realize everything is cleared......

By the way after you are sent to the TSU does it say you have been moved there on the hotline or CASS or do you just find this out after getting "THE CALL" ?

CASS will erase that checklist, and just say you have been referred to TSU

[NUcj97]

I cleared my medical today too - they called me immediately to schedule my fitness test - CASS and the hotline are behind...I cleared my drug test and found out through the hotline but CASS didnt update for three weeks!!

[FOBOPS]

Completed the medical / fitness today, which was nice to get done. I have the VBT now next week. All my forms are in. Hopefully the BI won't take that long. Do they take a long time to determine the quals? Also, the "hotline", is it an automated system or live person? Thanks.

[barnaj]

Completed the medical / fitness today, which was nice to get done. I have the VBT now next week. All my forms are in. Hopefully the BI won't take that long. Do they take a long time to determine the quals? Also, the "hotline", is it an automated system or live person? Thanks.

The hotline is an automated system, a robotic voice version of CASS. Some insist it is faster than the online version, but havent noticed that really. Quals seems to be one of the slowest steps for some people, but never was for me. Maybe because i am ex-military and have worked for cbp before. My quals were like the first thing to show complete.

[s0lid snake]

Solid Snake....What is the email for the medical unit. I am only waiting on my drug test and medical to clear. Thanks


Hey guys, the email and phone number for the medical unit is:

PCSMed.NHC@dhs.gov and (612) 467 - 7019


Email for the Minneapolis Hiring Center is:

mhc-cbpo.applicantinfo@dhs.gov

[audi0xpl0de]

5 months and my qualifications still haven't cleared. I emailed them to find out what was going on and they just said my info hadn't been looked at yet, but I would qualify since I have a master's.

[NAL06]

CASS had always been ahead of the hotline for me, until just recently it caught up. Now I'm just waiting for the drug screen to clear. Anyone else from Buffalo waiting for "the call?"

[merlin436]

Quals are usually one of the last things to clear...for a bunch of reasons. One being that sometimes people lie about their work histories and education. Waiting until the BI is done weeds out a lot of that. Also...some people submit quals based on pending qualifications(degrees, work experience, etc), by waiting to the end it gives those folks a chance to catch up and submit final quals at the end of the process.

Quals also tend to be done in bunches, not individually. Meny peaple right whorible rezsumays, ful of missspelings, text speak and other errors. It's easier on the staff to do them by bunches, rather than to try and figure them out on a daily basis.

[mlrtme]

Chamoru,

Wow! One month is super fast...I can only cross my fingers and wish for the quick of a process. Congrats on the process and keep me posted as I'm very interested in the timing for Washington state right now...

[Santisomo]

Just scheduled my Medical and Fitness test for the NYC/JFK Airport GEO. The process seems to be moving rather quickly.

GEO - NYC/JFK Airport
Written - 8/03
NOR - 8/13 - 90 no Vets
TO - 12/24
Med/Fit - Scheduled for 1/20
VBT - Scheduled for 1/27
Drug - ??
BI - ??

[barnaj]

Just scheduled my Medical and Fitness test for the NYC/JFK Airport GEO. The process seems to be moving rather quickly.

GEO - NYC/JFK Airport
Written - 8/03
NOR - 8/13 - 90 no Vets
TO - 12/24
Med/Fit - Scheduled for 1/20
VBT - Scheduled for 1/27
Drug - ??
BI - ??

Funny, when i got my first t.o. back in '06, it was on Christmas Eve also. I was done and at FLETC by May 24 '07. Hopefully for you, you'll go that fast. Welcome aboard!

[Rolygsx]

Completed the medical / fitness today, which was nice to get done. I have the VBT now next week. All my forms are in. Hopefully the BI won't take that long. Do they take a long time to determine the quals? Also, the "hotline", is it an automated system or live person? Thanks.

Just scheduled my Medical and Fitness test for the NYC/JFK Airport GEO. The process seems to be moving rather quickly.

GEO - NYC/JFK Airport
Written - 8/03
NOR - 8/13 - 90 no Vets
TO - 12/24
Med/Fit - Scheduled for 1/20
VBT - Scheduled for 1/27
Drug - ??
BI - ??




How were both of you guys able to get NYC/JFK as your geo preference?
I tested around August 10-15. And i have been waiting for a vacancy anouncement for either Newark or NYC/JFK. My current GEO preference is PA.
Everytime i contact the Hiring center they always tell me that Those locations are not available because i applied in july, and that i would have to wait for a vacancy announcement to open.

Here is the email i received from them.

Rolando,

You were sent the following e-mail on September 5, 2008:



You applied on 7/30/08. At that time there were only 22 limited locations available. You may only change your location to one of the 22 listed locations below. If you no longer are interested in any of the locations listed below you may decline the position and wait until the next Nationwide open period and reapply.



Arizona, Maine, Michigan, Montana, North Dakota, East Texas, California (San Francisco/Oakland), California (Los Angeles/Long Beach), California (Calexico/Andrade), California (Southwest border), Washington (all other), Washington (Northern Border), New York (other), Pennsylvania, Virginia, Texas (Presidio), St. Thomas, St. Croix, Florida-Key West, New Mexico (Columbus), Puerto Rico, and Vermont.





As explained previously, you are only eligible to change between one of these 22 listed locations. You can contact us if you are still interested in changing your location, but I have made no changes at this time.



Jenna

CBPO team

[Rolygsx]

When Did they get picked up for Philly? I've been waiting for a TO from Philly since I tested in July 2008. I scored a 100 with 5 points for being a Veteran I haven't heard anything since getting my NOR.

I tested in August. Scored an 88 with no vet points and also have been waiting since lol.

[Santisomo]

I think you just missed on having that GEO. Correct me if I'm wrong but I believe they extended the testing in August. I took the test towards the end of the testing period on August 4th and I scheduled it July 22nd. I heard that they had less GEO's available during the time they extended the test. Don't know what else to say, sorry.

[Rolygsx]

I think you just missed on having that GEO. Correct me if I'm wrong but I believe they extended the testing in August. I took the test towards the end of the testing period on August 4th and I scheduled it July 22nd. I heard that they had less GEO's available during the time they extended the test. Don't know what else to say, sorry.

I figured you applied before i did. Thanks for the response.

[FOBOPS]

[QUOTE=Rolygsx;1593266]How were both of you guys able to get NYC/JFK as your geo preference?
I tested around August 10-15. And i have been waiting for a vacancy anouncement for either Newark or NYC/JFK. My current GEO preference is PA.
Everytime i contact the Hiring center they always tell me that Those locations are not available because i applied in july, and that i would have to wait for a vacancy announcement to open.

I was surprised myself. It seems to being going pretty quick... but then again... just because they are scheduling all this out so fast doesn't mean it won't end up all getting done and then sitting on someone's desk for months and months before getting "the call". I hope it comes sooner than later though. My dream timeframe would be to get an EOD in the beginning of April as I'll be a GL 6 step 2 effective March 30th (more room to try to negotiate!), that way I could in effect be in Glynco by sometime in mid May... just found out my wife is due August 30th and that would get me home right before she's due. Only thing that would top that would be to get NYC rather than JFK because it would shave 45 minutes off of my commute.

[audi0xpl0de]

After I got my TO I basically had everything done within a month and a half. Don't worry, you'll end up waiting at some point. I'm waiting for my BI and Quals to clear. I have an extremely clean background and the investigator said he wished he could have hired me, so I'm sure my files are just sitting on someone's desk in a huge pile.

[FOBOPS]

Off the cuff question for any takers out there from the NYC area. I have heard rumors / speculation that if IN UNIFORM the NY transit authority (subways, etc) and the Long Island Railroad will let you ride for free. Anyone know anything definitive? This is CBP related... as I'm referring to transporation options to JFK versus straight out driving.

[barnaj]

Just mailed my nopa letter today. I received it very quickly. I hope it continues to go quickly.

Any big deal that concerns you or easily explainable? Also, how long after you applied or met BI did you get a NOPA?

[co94]

I gained 4 pounds. I also went from 18 to 11% body fat. Muscle weighs more than fat.

To be honest though I lost about 20 pounds working to get into shape before FLETC.


I could see where a slug gain meaningful weight there. All that free food, the beer and the rest. But you're right, if you can't improve your fitness there, I doubt it'll happen anywhere.
Merlin,
I dont party, or really drink. Will be direct depositing all of my money back home for the wife and kids anyway. How is the gym down there? because all i plan on doing is working out like mad.

[ghost_ix]

Merlin,
I dont party, or really drink. Will be direct depositing all of my money back home for the wife and kids anyway. How is the gym down there? because all i plan on doing is working out like mad.

Depending on your workout style, IMO, the gym is small and can get crowded at times, especially at 1700 hrs. There are a limited number of machines, but overall it's still pretty good, just not "great" like some people hype it up to be.

[ironwill727]

does anybody know when the next CBP announcement and testing will be? I took the test and passed the background check but was never contacted about the video test or interview and was told I have to reapply when it opens again.

[audi0xpl0de]

does anybody know when the next CBP announcement and testing will be? I took the test and passed the background check but was never contacted about the video test or interview and was told I have to reapply when it opens again.

1/30/09.

[co94]

Depending on your workout style, IMO, the gym is small and can get crowded at times, especially at 1700 hrs. There are a limited number of machines, but overall it's still pretty good, just not "great" like some people hype it up to be.
That is why i like to go really early or really late. do you know what the hours are?

[barnaj]

It was issue that happened 9 years ago. I took full responsibility for my conduct then and explained it thoroughly.

Met with my BI nov.25. I got the call on like Dec.17 for an eod jan.5. I got a call 1 week before my eod saying there was a security issue and I could not report. I received my nopa letter 6 days after I received this call.

That just goes to show how back asswards the hiring process is. At least you didnt get yanked at fletc, you can clear it up beforehand.
Good luck, keep us posted.

[merlin436]

Off the cuff question for any takers out there from the NYC area. I have heard rumors / speculation that if IN UNIFORM the NY transit authority (subways, etc) and the Long Island Railroad will let you ride for free. Anyone know anything definitive? This is CBP related... as I'm referring to transporation options to JFK versus straight out driving.

I've heard of something along these lines...I can't remember if it was DC or NYC.

My advice...STOP! STAY AWAY!

Anyone offering you a free ride is doing so only because they figure that you will be available to take law enforcement action when the need arises.

Do you think CBP wishes you to be enforcing the rules and regulations of public transportation off-duty and in uniform? ANYTHING you do in a CBP uniform is likely to follow you to back to the job. RUN, far away from anything like this.

[Hound77]

It's not legal to give free rides, at least on NJTransit, I'd be shocked if MetroNorth or LIRR were any different. All you need is one complaint over stupid crap like that and you risk your job for a nine dollar train ticket. Doesn't make sense to me.

[co94]

It's not legal to give free rides, at least on NJTransit, I'd be shocked if MetroNorth or LIRR were any different. All you need is one complaint over stupid crap like that and you risk your job for a nine dollar train ticket. Doesn't make sense to me.
I agree. I will probably just drive and pay the tolls.
Merlin, do you know the gym hours in FLETC.
What's up Hound?

[dreCBPONYC08]

It's not legal to give free rides, at least on NJTransit, I'd be shocked if MetroNorth or LIRR were any different. All you need is one complaint over stupid crap like that and you risk your job for a nine dollar train ticket. Doesn't make sense to me.

It is legal if you are Active Duty Military with ID or in uniform, i'm not sure for Federal employees. I wouldn't chance it since you should not use the uniform for personnal gains.

[breadbooze]

I agree. I will probably just drive and pay the tolls.
Merlin, do you know the gym hours in FLETC.
What's up Hound?

Driving to JFK daily is a nightmare. From what I gather with a brother in the NYPD, you are allowed free rides on the MTA system as long as you are on official duty.. commuting to/from your precinct/station you are required to pay the fare.

I don't think CBPO's are any different, uniform or not, there is no real official duty outside your post so you'd be expected to pay the fare and the airtrain's ripoff fare.

[merlin436]

I agree. I will probably just drive and pay the tolls.
Merlin, do you know the gym hours in FLETC.
What's up Hound?



No.
Quiet hours are at 2200, if that helps.


http://www.fletc.gov/

[Santisomo]

FOBOPS, I haven't heard of anything with free rides on the trains but I'll keep my fingers crossed you get NYC since I rather have JFK. For me the ride is 20mins depending traffic.

[merlin436]

I don't think CBPO's are any different, uniform or not, there is no real official duty outside your post so you'd be expected to pay the fare and the airtrain's ripoff fare.


Depending on what one is doing at the moment, there's plenty of official duties outside the PoE. If that's the case though, one would be driving/riding in a GOV.

I can't see much likelihood of anybody uniformed and on-duty riding public transit...I suppose it could happen, but that's not what's being talking about here.

[FOBOPS]

Thanks everyone for answering my question about the transportation issue. The only reason I asked is before I potentiall yspend a few hundred a month, which I'll gladly do, I rather just be sure if it was the case. I don't want anything for free that isn't rightfully so, but it never hurts to ask. Plus, a few hundred a month in public transportation beats the gas & tolls from Jersey. Thanks again.

[jflores]

Anyone know the status on Newark N.J.?

TSU: 12/15

[imlikeaninja]

Thanks everyone for answering my question about the transportation issue. The only reason I asked is before I potentiall yspend a few hundred a month, which I'll gladly do, I rather just be sure if it was the case. I don't want anything for free that isn't rightfully so, but it never hurts to ask. Plus, a few hundred a month in public transportation beats the gas & tolls from Jersey. Thanks again.

I'll give ya 6 months before you move to Queens.

[FOBOPS]

I'll give ya 6 months before you move to Queens.

I'll stick it out for the two years and then attempt a transfer to Philly afterwards. No way am I relocating the family back to NY. I'll eat the train time for it.

[yoda]

So,
I finally got a hold on the supervising Adjudicator on my case, after calling my initial adjudicator since November to no avail, and get this... My response had not yet been entered in the system!... I faxed and mailed it on Oct 28, was able to speak to the adjudicator a couple of weeks after and then she never picked up or returned calls ever again... I get through to her Supervisor, who has the last word after she submits her report, thinking that it has been quite some time and that my file has to be in the Supervisor's hands by now!.... WRONG!... He called me back, after having a chat with her, and told me they would try to finalize a report in 2 weeks and submit it to the chain of command so that a final determination could be made by the Director (the guy that says YES or NO)... He said when we're done with your file it still has to go through at least 4 other people to get a final determination....
I can't believe that they simply left my Response on the desk and not do anything until I got a hold on the supervisor!...:mad::confused:
BTW
They are not allowed to tell the candidates what determination was made... You have to wait until you get Cleared on the system or get a letter in the mail saying you were found unsuitable!... At least he told me to call him at the end of the month to make sure my file was sent out!

[co94]

Anyone know the status on Newark N.J.?

TSU: 12/15

Newark has been very slow. I think they are just going through a slow period. I know the turn over there is pretty much like anywhere else. I have been in TSU for Newark since 8-8-08. I recently talked to TSU and they insured me that it is going to start moving again real soon. Hopefully they will start to do some mass hirings, like some of these other ports, and we will all get in real soon.

[AlmostDone]

So,
I finally got a hold on the supervising Adjudicator on my case, after calling my initial adjudicator since November to no avail, and get this... My response had not yet been entered in the system!... I faxed and mailed it on Oct 28, was able to speak to the adjudicator a couple of weeks after and then she never picked up or returned calls ever again... I get through to her Supervisor, who has the last word after she submits her report, thinking that it has been quite some time and that my file has to be in the Supervisor's hands by now!.... WRONG!... He called me back, after having a chat with her, and told me they would try to finalize a report in 2 weeks and submit it to the chain of command so that a final determination could be made by the Director (the guy that says YES or NO)... He said when we're done with your file it still has to go through at least 4 other people to get a final determination....
I can't believe that they simply left my Response on the desk and not do anything until I got a hold on the supervisor!...:mad::confused:
BTW
They are not allowed to tell the candidates what determination was made... You have to wait until you get Cleared on the system or get a letter in the mail saying you were found unsuitable!... At least he told me to call him at the end of the month to make sure my file was sent out!


That sucks man, i've been following your story on these forums. The whole process would just **** me off and make me want to pursue with another agency. I know they have alot of files to deal with and they are busy as hell, but this just seems so negligent and unresponsible...

To them its just another file from another random, but these files are our a huge part of our lives to be just taken so lightly.

In any case, I hope it works out for you, better late than never.

[yoda]

That sucks man, i've been following your story on these forums. The whole process would just **** me off and make me want to pursue with another agency. I know they have alot of files to deal with and they are busy as hell, but this just seems so negligent and unresponsible...

To them its just another file from another random, but these files are our a huge part of our lives to be just taken so lightly.

In any case, I hope it works out for you, better late than never.

Thanks...
The problem with trying another agency is that you still have your BI pending here, and if you're ever denied clearance, that would be it for you. You won't be able to apply for any agency for a few years in order to "clear" up whatever issues they had with your person. It is in fact a travesty that we are regarded as another number on someone's desk, and that whenever there is a little bump with the case they toss it aside and move on to the next, without any regards as to how many lives they affect by tossing an applicants file to the side. It's like "hey I got a job, who cares what he/she needs"... but it is what it is I guess, and we just have to take it as it comes.
:cool:

[nordy racer]

Yoda... man, i'm truely sorry to hear that your having these problems :( .. i hope this last chat you had with them clears it up for you..

[keith snelgrove]

thanks for the info, hopefully we will hear something from the florida area's soon very soon

[keith snelgrove]

Keith,

I started my BI on 09/08 and all other items were checked, I met with the investigator on Nov08 and still pending. I called on Dec08 to find out and I was told they need lots of people, not sure if they meant in FL or all of the US. What is your status?

Took the test on 12/9 in atl and just waiting. I have had a bi, physical, and medical check done last year, since I was going to go to BP but decided that I wanted CBPO instead. Hopefully I can by-pass that and get my TO and VB

[co94]

Thanks...
The problem with trying another agency is that you still have your BI pending here, and if you're ever denied clearance, that would be it for you. You won't be able to apply for any agency for a few years in order to "clear" up whatever issues they had with your person. It is in fact a travesty that we are regarded as another number on someone's desk, and that whenever there is a little bump with the case they toss it aside and move on to the next, without any regards as to how many lives they affect by tossing an applicants file to the side. It's like "hey I got a job, who cares what he/she needs"... but it is what it is I guess, and we just have to take it as it comes.
:cool:
Yoda,
I have not heard your story from the beginning. But it is clear to me that if they are continuing to let you go through this process then somehow they are wrong. I am a gov employee for over 15 years and know how they work. If I had to bet that someone ****ed up my bet would be on them. Hope you get yours and stick it to them. Good Luck!!!

[co94]

I'll stick it out for the two years and then attempt a transfer to Philly afterwards. No way am I relocating the family back to NY. I'll eat the train time for it.
That is what I always believed myself. You relocate jobs, not family members. (of course there are some situations that it cant be helped) That is why I am taking a job with a new agency, and not trying to move up in the one we are in FOBOPS.

[imlikeaninja]

I'll stick it out for the two years and then attempt a transfer to Philly afterwards. No way am I relocating the family back to NY. I'll eat the train time for it.

Thats funny. I'm probably gonna hold out for JFK (and probably set myself back 6 months) in the hopes of not having to relocate my family by leaving New York. To each their own I guess. If only we could just call MHC and tell them we wanted to switch places.

[FOBOPS]

Thats funny. I'm probably gonna hold out for JFK (and probably set myself back 6 months) in the hopes of not having to relocate my family by leaving New York. To each their own I guess. If only we could just call MHC and tell them we wanted to switch places.

That would be great if it was possible. I thought about holding back too but I want to get out of my current agency sooner than later. I'll take two years of commuting over waiting a year or more possibly.

[imlikeaninja]

All I'm saying is that new vacancy announcement better have openings for JFK in it.

[co94]

That would be great if it was possible. I thought about holding back too but I want to get out of my current agency sooner than later. I'll take two years of commuting over waiting a year or more possibly.
Amen to that!!!!

[Hound77]

Anyone know the status on Newark N.J.?

TSU: 12/15

Like co said it'll probably be a while. I went in on 8/8/08 as well. The last hiring round took candidates from mid-June through late July. So even if they get turned down by a lot of folks (which seems unlikely in this economy) you're at least one hiring cycle away from getting in.

Unless of course they pull a Miami and just send everyone in a big rush over a month or so.

I'm just praying they don't hold up hiring as part of the governmental changeover. Afterall 8 AM next Wednesday all the bosses at the top are gonna be different.

[co94]

Like co said it'll probably be a while. I went in on 8/8/08 as well. The last hiring round took candidates from mid-June through late July. So even if they get turned down by a lot of folks (which seems unlikely in this economy) you're at least one hiring cycle away from getting in.

Unless of course they pull a Miami and just send everyone in a big rush over a month or so.

I'm just praying they don't hold up hiring as part of the governmental changeover. Afterall 8 AM next Wednesday all the bosses at the top are gonna be different.
Hound,
Good to hear from you again. I dont think it has to do with the governmental change. Check this forum. There have been some EOD's handed out recently. It is just the Newark office. Slow going. We will get it soon.

[Squared Away]

I'll stick it out for the two years and then attempt a transfer to Philly afterwards. No way am I relocating the family back to NY. I'll eat the train time for it.

Give yourself more then 2 years for that there are about 20-30 guys looking to get to Philly from EWR.

[dcc1864]

Thanks...
The problem with trying another agency is that you still have your BI pending here, and if you're ever denied clearance, that would be it for you. You won't be able to apply for any agency for a few years in order to "clear" up whatever issues they had with your person. It is in fact a travesty that we are regarded as another number on someone's desk, and that whenever there is a little bump with the case they toss it aside and move on to the next, without any regards as to how many lives they affect by tossing an applicants file to the side. It's like "hey I got a job, who cares what he/she needs"... but it is what it is I guess, and we just have to take it as it comes.
:cool:

Yoda, although I have not seen a NOPA I understand what you are going through. I have been in the process since March 08 and everything has come to a halt since October 08 after the drug test. I hope these investigators realize that these files they are looking at are actually people with families and they are putting lives on hold untill these make up there minds. I've been a cop for ten years now and a State Cop for the past 4.5 years with two BS degrees, what more do they want?

[s0lid snake]

Hey guys, when you guys get officially hired do they send you a letter with instructions for FLECT and what to do and where to go on the first day of duty? Or is the call from TSU the only notice and instructions you get?

[s0lid snake]

Also, anyone know if they are in need of a lot of people for SFO?

[Bizzy930]

Hey guys, when you guys get officially hired do they send you a letter with instructions for FLECT and what to do and where to go on the first day of duty? Or is the call from TSU the only notice and instructions you get?

You will receive a packet from TSU and one from your station regarding FLETC and the whole nine yard...

[Bizzy930]

Also, anyone know if they are in need of a lot of people for SFO?

We get a handful of newbies every week it seems...

[kc12]

Hey guys, when you guys get officially hired do they send you a letter with instructions for FLECT and what to do and where to go on the first day of duty? Or is the call from TSU the only notice and instructions you get?

TSU told me what day to show up at the port, when I was going to FLETC, and when I was supposed to graduate. I called the contact TSU gave me at my port and received further instructions about report time and all of that. My co-workers at the port gave me all kinds of tips for success at FLETC. Most, if not all, of the tips can also be found on here. Don't stress about showing up at FLETC it is all made very simple.

[JDNoble81]

Yoda, although I have not seen a NOPA I understand what you are going through. I have been in the process since March 08 and everything has come to a halt since October 08 after the drug test. I hope these investigators realize that these files they are looking at are actually people with families and they are putting lives on hold untill these make up there minds. I've been a cop for ten years now and a State Cop for the past 4.5 years with two BS degrees, what more do they want?


I'm a March '08 tester also. It's coming up on a year for us. I had my BI interview in late September. Nothing since.

[dcc1864]

I'm a March '08 tester also. It's coming up on a year for us. I had my BI interview in late September. Nothing since.

We've all heard the horror stories about loosing files, that's my concern. In all reality, the call will probably come when we have given up all hope and not anticipating it.

[barnaj]

We've all heard the horror stories about loosing files, that's my concern. In all reality, the call will probably come when we have given up all hope and not anticipating it.

More than likely, you know the sayings about grass growing and paint drying...

[rbakous1]

I'm a March '08 tester also. It's coming up on a year for us. I had my BI interview in late September. Nothing since.

Hey, I feel your pain. It's been 2 months and not a peep from my BI or anyone. :(

[barnaj]

Hey, I feel your pain. It's been 2 months and not a peep from my BI or anyone. :(

Yeah had my BI interview 10-27-08 i believe and havent heard so much as a mouse fart since.

[yoda]

Yeah had my BI interview 10-27-08 i believe and havent heard so much as a mouse fart since.
I would be a bit more disappointed if I were in your shoes!... After being granted an "interim" and going through the academy almost all the way through The first time, and now you just sit and wait for them to make a move...
I know for sure my adjudicator told me that they get pressured into giving out "interims" to certain ports and that's why we see so many getting hired in so little time, and I straight told her that it made no sense to do that when half the time those applicants come up with something later on. I know they toss files aside when something comes along cause mine was tossed a month after I met my investigator, the workload went from that adjudicator to the new one (my current one) and she concentrated on NEW files... She even told me that when it was about to be a year from my interview that they get a bit of pressure to get to work on those so that they don't cancel out and everything has to be started over. It took me a month to get a hold of her initially, then it took me about 2 months of talking to her to finally get my NOPA, I send my response back and all she does is put it aside to do it later!... I was able to talk to her for a couple of weeks after I sent my response in, and it was because of my app change to Florida created some confusion, once that was cleared she never picked up the phone or returned a call when I left her messages.

For all of you that are waiting on your BI to clear, send me a PM when you get close to the 6 month waiting period since meeting your BI and I'll give you the number to IA. The process itself should only take 3 to 6 months at best, it shouldn't be this long hard road I have had to go through of misplaced files, miscommunication, and irresponsible behavior on their part.

Thanks to all of you guys that responded to my posting, I just had to post it here so that Future and current applicants see how some cases are handled.
All in all we keep waiting... that's all we can do!...

[barnaj]

I would be a bit more disappointed if I were in your shoes!... After being granted an "interim" and going through the academy almost all the way through The first time, and now you just sit and wait for them to make a move...
I know for sure my adjudicator told me that they get pressured into giving out "interims" to certain ports and that's why we see so many getting hired in so little time, and I straight told her that it made no sense to do that when half the time those applicants come up with something later on. I know they toss files aside when something comes along cause mine was tossed a month after I met my investigator, the workload went from that adjudicator to the new one (my current one) and she concentrated on NEW files... She even told me that when it was about to be a year from my interview that they get a bit of pressure to get to work on those so that they don't cancel out and everything has to be started over. It took me a month to get a hold of her initially, then it took me about 2 months of talking to her to finally get my NOPA, I send my response back and all she does is put it aside to do it later!... I was able to talk to her for a couple of weeks after I sent my response in, and it was because of my app change to Florida created some confusion, once that was cleared she never picked up the phone or returned a call when I left her messages.

For all of you that are waiting on your BI to clear, send me a PM when you get close to the 6 month waiting period since meeting your BI and I'll give you the number to IA. The process itself should only take 3 to 6 months at best, it shouldn't be this long hard road I have had to go through of misplaced files, miscommunication, and irresponsible behavior on their part.

Thanks to all of you guys that responded to my posting, I just had to post it here so that Future and current applicants see how some cases are handled.
All in all we keep waiting... that's all we can do!...

Well, I just figure there aint much sense in getting mad or overly impatient. It's not going to speed things up, although i wish every once and a while you would at least get some kind of update on your file, but what are you gonna do? In theory i have basically been in this process since Christmas Eve of '06, so try that on for size! Maybe one day we'll all be done with this b.s.

[yoda]

Maybe one day we'll all be done with this b.s.

LOL... Doesn't hurt to Hope or Wish!...:p

[barnaj]

LOL... Doesn't hurt to Hope or Wish!...:p

Well, in that case, may the force be with you.

[1jay1]

Originally Posted by yoda
I would be a bit more disappointed if I were in your shoes!... After being granted an "interim" and going through the academy almost all the way through The first time, and now you just sit and wait for them to make a move...
I know for sure my adjudicator told me that they get pressured into giving out "interims" to certain ports and that's why we see so many getting hired in so little time, and I straight told her that it made no sense to do that when half the time those applicants come up with something later on. I know they toss files aside when something comes along cause mine was tossed a month after I met my investigator, the workload went from that adjudicator to the new one (my current one) and she concentrated on NEW files... She even told me that when it was about to be a year from my interview that they get a bit of pressure to get to work on those so that they don't cancel out and everything has to be started over. It took me a month to get a hold of her initially, then it took me about 2 months of talking to her to finally get my NOPA, I send my response back and all she does is put it aside to do it later!... I was able to talk to her for a couple of weeks after I sent my response in, and it was because of my app change to Florida created some confusion, once that was cleared she never picked up the phone or returned a call when I left her messages.

For all of you that are waiting on your BI to clear, send me a PM when you get close to the 6 month waiting period since meeting your BI and I'll give you the number to IA. The process itself should only take 3 to 6 months at best, it shouldn't be this long hard road I have had to go through of misplaced files, miscommunication, and irresponsible behavior on their part.

Thanks to all of you guys that responded to my posting, I just had to post it here so that Future and current applicants see how some cases are handled.
All in all we keep waiting... that's all we can do!...

Waiting for you background to clear is just like waiting for your lottery ticket numbers to come in :-)
I been going through the process since December 28, 2007....Believe it or not my background finally cleared on December 23rd this year CRAZY :eek: If Yoda didn't give me the number to IA, I would still be waiting. My scenario was something simple...They had questions regarding my wife’s citizenship; I told them she was born in Japan military base because her dad was stationed there, so she is a US Citizen. My Adujucator says "oh I see.... I'm going to clear you." 7 months to wait for something simple...At least my background is cleared, but with that being said....I had to do my forms again which cleared last week, and now I am just waiting for my GS-7 qualifications, who knows how long that will take.

[DLA]

random question.. let's say you are working for cbp, you're there over the probation period (make it to gs-11) and you decide to work for another agency (could be any.. let's say ICE or FBI). maybe after a year or a few years you want to go back to cbp, what is the process to go back and do you get to come in as a gs-11 again?

[merlin436]

random question.. let's say you are working for cbp, you're there over the probation period (make it to gs-11) and you decide to work for another agency (could be any.. let's say ICE or FBI). maybe after a year or a few years you want to go back to cbp, what is the process to go back and do you get to come in as a gs-11 again?


That would depend on the nature of the announcement you applied under to re-enter CBP, and the nature of the job you apply for.

If you stay long enough with CBP to have worked a year as a GS-11, you essentially lock yourself into GS-11 status. If the new job allowed for you to come in as an 11, that's what would happen. If it didn't, most likely they'd paymatch at whatever level you came in at...but it would depend. Apply for a job that maxes out at GS-05 and they're likely not to pay you GS-11 money to do it. In that case you'd start out maxed out at 05/10.

[Ogonj]

I didnt notice cbp has a requirement for uncorrected vision until my medical was scheduled. With contacts, I have 20/20 but i do not meet the uncorrected vision requirement. I rescheduled my medical in order to have lasik before hand but am now finding out I may not be a candidate for lasik. Am I essentially out of luck?

[AlmostDone]

I didnt notice cbp has a requirement for uncorrected vision until my medical was scheduled. With contacts, I have 20/20 but i do not meet the uncorrected vision requirement. I rescheduled my medical in order to have lasik before hand but am now finding out I may not be a candidate for lasik. Am I essentially out of luck?

Hmm....happened to me as well, but rarely ever is a person not a candidate for lasik, have you tried asking for a 2nd opinion..? theres also PRK surgery which is a bit different I believe.

My advice, get a 2nd or even 3rd opinion. Because there is no way around the uncorrected vision requirement, they will just tell you that your not suitable.

If your anywhere near vancouver, bc, thats where I got mine done, with a great reputable doctor, I can give you his contact info if need be.

[Ogonj]

I'm not a candidate because of my corneal thickness. It is 450 microns and the first doctor I went to requires at least 500. Tomorrow I am going to get an opinion for prk, but I called ahead of time and was told I am borderline. I should find out tomorrow. Hopefully it'll be a viable option for me, and something I can do soon. I was told the latest I could push back my medical is feb 9. Thanks for the response, I'm nowhere near vancouver though, down in Miami.

[Ry greve]

My investigation has been in the security office for 8 months. I met with my BI in mid March and was called by his sup a week later before my file was sent off to IA.

[keith snelgrove]

Yoda, question, I see that you re-applied for florida, was there a specific reason or just want to see this side of the country? Cause I'm in for florida, thanks

[Hound77]

Hmm....happened to me as well, but rarely ever is a person not a candidate for lasik,

Thats not really true, if you have are far sighted with a large enough bulge in your eye (not a dr. on tv or the internet so you'll have to deal with my layman's terms) they can't permanently correct your vision with lasik. The can make a temporary fix but within a few years it'll start getting worse again. Considering the fact that you WILL get cataracts if you have LASIK it's not a great trade off.

I'm not sure what PRK's limitations are, but I'm fairly certain a large portion of the far sighted population aren't really good candidates for surgical correction.

[yoda]

Yoda, question, I see that you re-applied for florida, was there a specific reason or just want to see this side of the country? Cause I'm in for florida, thanks

Lived in Florida about 8 years, came out to California after School to have a go at a career in the film industry (SOUND), after 2 years of "working" for FREE I had to explore other options... The way I see it, I rather live and work where I'm comfortable and at peace, that's why I changed to Florida... When I applied there only around 5 options for locations and Florida was not one, so I went with LA since I lived there for a while anyways, in the hopes that I would be picked up and able to change ports from LA to Fl. After so much time went by and so much crap to go through (besides realizing that the geo change would be next to impossible) I said what the heck and I re-applied for Florida... I've been waiting for over a year already... how much more could I wait right?...

So anyone that want's to change Geo Pref and already has a TO, all you have to do is re-apply in the new announcement that has your location...THAT'S IT... all of your process continues as is and once you get a new TO from the new location everything transfers over automatically. The whole you have to decline your current offer line is BS, cause that'll cancel out everything that's pending (tossed away) and begin everything again from the start.

[keith snelgrove]

Lived in Florida about 8 years, came out to California after School to have a go at a career in the film industry (SOUND), after 2 years of "working" for FREE I had to explore other options... The way I see it, I rather live and work where I'm comfortable and at peace, that's why I changed to Florida... When I applied there only around 5 options for locations and Florida was not one, so I went with LA since I lived there for a while anyways, in the hopes that I would be picked up and able to change ports from LA to Fl. After so much time went by and so much crap to go through (besides realizing that the geo change would be next to impossible) I said what the heck and I re-applied for Florida... I've been waiting for over a year already... how much more could I wait right?...

So anyone that want's to change Geo Pref and already has a TO, all you have to do is re-apply in the new announcement that has your location...THAT'S IT... all of your process continues as is and once you get a new TO from the new location everything transfers over automatically. The whole you have to decline your current offer line is BS, cause that'll cancel out everything that's pending (tossed away) and begin everything again from the start.

Have you heard anything new on what they need down in the florida areas

[yoda]

Have you heard anything new on what they need down in the florida areas

I have a friend that works in Orlando and he always tells me that they're in need of people... and he's always working...that means he get lots of OT there... as to Tampa or Miami, I couldn't say... but Miami being so busy they should always be looking for new people. Sea Ports I don't know much about, but Port Canaveral would be an awesome place to work at, just for the fact that you're there for shuttle launches!... If anyone has the chance to experience one DO IT!... It is one of the single most impressive sights you could witness... :D:cool:

[keith snelgrove]

I have a friend that works in Orlando and he always tells me that they're in need of people... and he's always working...that means he get lots of OT there... as to Tampa or Miami, I couldn't say... but Miami being so busy they should always be looking for new people. Sea Ports I don't know much about, but Port Canaveral would be an awesome place to work at, just for the fact that you're there for shuttle launches!... If anyone has the chance to experience one DO IT!... It is one of the single most impressive sights you could witness... :D:cool:

Is it me or am I mistaken but on this forum, I don't see a lot of Florida bound cbpo. I chose florida for a few reasons. I know that there are a lot of areas that are in need for cbpo, but Florida has many ports, international airports, and stations. What's your input on this? Just wondering

[mlrtme]

I have been reading these comments and now I'm a bit concerned about my vision. My right eye is what they call a lazy eye, but my left eye is perfect. My left eye is dominant and I've never had any issues with my sight. My lazy eye doesn't wonder or anything like that, but if I only use my right eye, things would be a little fuzzy around the edges of objects. Anyone know the requirements? I'm left handed and naturally, my left eye is used for shooting...BTW, my lazy eye can't be fixed unless I want to replace it.

[s0lid snake]

WHOO HOO CASS shows that everything is completed today! Now its TSU time.

[s0lid snake]

I didnt notice cbp has a requirement for uncorrected vision until my medical was scheduled. With contacts, I have 20/20 but i do not meet the uncorrected vision requirement. I rescheduled my medical in order to have lasik before hand but am now finding out I may not be a candidate for lasik. Am I essentially out of luck?


Hey, get PRK! Same thing happened to me. I wasn't a candidate for Lasik but I was good for PRK. Don't worry about it. I had PRK like a week before my medical and so I didn't pass the eye exam part, got a not medically cleared letter and had to wait 3 months to retake my eye test. No big deal. I just cleared everything today. Good luck.

[yoda]

Is it me or am I mistaken but on this forum, I don't see a lot of Florida bound cbpo. I chose florida for a few reasons. I know that there are a lot of areas that are in need for cbpo, but Florida has many ports, international airports, and stations. What's your input on this? Just wondering

Well there were quite a few guys going for Miami here, haven't heard anything from most of them in a while... they just registered asked a few questions and then they were cleared and on the way to FLETC with interims in about 4 months... the only ones that have posted again are those that were not granted interim clearances and are still in the process. As to POE's in Florida, there's MIA (Huge), Miami Sea Port (Huge), Tampa Airport (MED), Orlando (Med) I don't know how Big Port Everglades is or Port Canaveral, there might be a couple more sea ports, and the rest of the Airports are small and likely to not have any vacancies.

[NAL06]

WHOO HOO CASS shows that everything is completed today! Now its TSU time.

CASS finally updated my medical to show complete today, so it took exactly 4 weeks. I already knew it was complete though, because I got a hold of their phone number last week. The lady I talked to, said CASS is typically only updated once per week. Just waiting on the drug screen now, which I took last Friday.

[vic1218]

Has anybody received a TO that applied to the last announcement for El Paso?

[dcc1864]

That is crazy. If you are up to options, look at working for your State Law Enforcement. I do and the money is pretty comparible.

[s0lid snake]

CASS finally updated my medical to show complete today, so it took exactly 4 weeks. I already knew it was complete though, because I got a hold of their phone number last week. The lady I talked to, said CASS is typically only updated once per week. Just waiting on the drug screen now, which I took last Friday.


It took them 1 week to update my medical which is pretty amazing. :D

[AlmostDone]

WHOO HOO CASS shows that everything is completed today! Now its TSU time.

Congrats man! It's the weekend go out and celebrate! Make sure you have DD though.

[Leen]

So anyone that want's to change Geo Pref and already has a TO, all you have to do is re-apply in the new announcement that has your location...THAT'S IT... all of your process continues as is and once you get a new TO from the new location everything transfers over automatically. The whole you have to decline your current offer line is BS, cause that'll cancel out everything that's pending (tossed away) and begin everything again from the start.

Yoda, just out of curiosity what was your score? I scored an 88 for NY/All Other locations and received a TO on 12/24. I completed my med/fitness test today and am scheduled for the VBT on 1/21. Problem is I will have some issues relocating from North Jersey to Upstate NY so I really really would prefer Newark (however possible that may be due to their lagging) or JFK as a 2nd choice.

I know there is an announcement opening up on 1/30 and I plan on reapplying if these 2 locations are available. If they are, you are saying I can just reapply on that announcement, right? Would I have to retest or does my score carry over along with the other stuff? I thought an 88 was an okay score but the way things are moving with NJ/JFK it seems like u need to have a score of 1,000!! :( Trying to keep hope alive here...so confused...

My Timeline:
Test: 8/15/08 (88)
TO: 12/24/08
Med/Fitness: 1/16/09 (passed fitness, assuming i passed Med)
VBT: Scheduled 1/21/09
Drug: pending
Quals: pending
BI: pending

[Alaric]

Online CASS kicked over finally to everything completed today.

It however back dated it's self to the 14th....

Well now to wait for that call from TSU....

Speaking of which I made this in honor of everyone waiting on that call.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3358/3202211201_d7c36c4a82.jpg?v=0

[imlikeaninja]

Getting there.

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o155/imlikeaninja/Picture1.png

[yoda]

I know there is an announcement opening up on 1/30 and I plan on reapplying if these 2 locations are available. If they are, you are saying I can just reapply on that announcement, right? Would I have to retest or does my score carry over along with the other stuff? I thought an 88 was an okay score but the way things are moving with NJ/JFK it seems like u need to have a score of 1,000!! :( Trying to keep hope alive here...so confused...



Go ahead and apply if the geo pref you want is there, you have nothing to loose and everything to gain... Your current application keeps moving along uninterrupted and once they send you a new TO for the other location everything transfers over, you only need to hope it happens before they give you the call for your initial pref...
When you apply online it'll ask you if you want to use the score of the test you had taken previously or if you want to test again... I'd go with your current test, it's a second round score but you never know how many people they're looking for...
Good Luck on getting the new pref.!:cool:

[Leen]

Your current application keeps moving along uninterrupted and once they send you a new TO for the other location everything transfers over, you only need to hope it happens before they give you the call for your initial pref...

Thanks for your quick response. Do you know if they would send TO's to those who have already previously tested or would they wait for the new testers to be scored?

[yoda]

Thanks for your quick response. Do you know if they would send TO's to those who have already previously tested or would they wait for the new testers to be scored?

You get your NOR in about a week after applying, and will have to wait for the round of testing to go through and your score to be pulled for a TO. You don't get an advantage by having tested already, you have to wait your turn in line like everyone else, but while you're waiting your process keeps moving along with your previous app. As mentioned before, it would depend on how many people take the test for JFK, from those, how many of them scored higher than you, and then How many vacancies JFK is looking to fill.

In my case I applied Nov 3rd, and got my TO Dec 22nd (but I was a first round score). Again, you have nothing to loose by applying and letting the ball roll on both ends... either way you'll be set.

[co94]

Online CASS kicked over finally to everything completed today.

It however back dated it's self to the 14th....

Well now to wait for that call from TSU....

Speaking of which I made this in honor of everyone waiting on that call.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3358/3202211201_d7c36c4a82.jpg?v=0

That is classic:

Test: 11/19/07 92 (no vet)
TO: 11/30/07
Med: 01/22/08 ear and eye issues
Fitness: 02/05/08
ear specialist and eye specialist: 03/20/08 (passed per cbpo stadards)
VBT: 04/10/08
Medically cleared: 04/17/08
Drug Test: 05/02/08 pass
BI: 07/14/08 began
BI cleared: 08/01/08
TSU: 08/08/08
EOD:?
FLETC:?
Pulling My Hair Out: 08/08/08 Thru Present.

[barnaj]

Getting there.

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o155/imlikeaninja/Picture1.png

Yeah mine updated too, backwards that is. I forgot the last time i took the physical was in January, so it must have expired cuz my cass went from completed to pending on that one. And by the way, that is the online CASS, the phone still says fitness is completed, so who knows?

[barnaj]

Online CASS kicked over finally to everything completed today.

It however back dated it's self to the 14th....

Well now to wait for that call from TSU....

Speaking of which I made this in honor of everyone waiting on that call.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3358/3202211201_d7c36c4a82.jpg?v=0

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o160/barnaj/skeleton1.jpg?v=0[/QUOTE]

[Alaric]

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o160/barnaj/skeleton1.jpg?v=0

The man speaks truth.

[FreeAgent]

Hahahaa, Thats about true!! Like I said before in a past post I currently have a good job, but also who knows how long that's gona last with this crappy economy. When someone like me starts a process you kinda want it to go fast, but I understand why they have these checks and balances. Who wants to work next to a slugg, never the less a traitor!

[barnaj]

Hahahaa, Thats about true!! Like I said before in a past post I currently have a good job, but also who knows how long that's gona last with this crappy economy. When someone like me starts a process you kinda want it to go fast, but I understand why they have these checks and balances. Who wants to work next to a slugg, never the less a traitor!

Yeah but can never tell who is gonna end up doing what. A guy with a questionable past could end up the best officer in history, while a model citizen with 15 years on the job might decide one day that his retirement and gonna be enough and start taking bribes. Just no way of knowing.

[AlmostDone]

Is there even a point checking CASS on a saturday?

As someone mentioned earlier, I really do feel like desmond from lost. Every morning, I have to get up..type in the last 4 of my social and my birthdate or else my day will feel incomplete :(.

Maybe we are all monkeys in a social experiment by the government, or worse...by the Dharma Intiative :o.


Can you guys tell I miss Lost?

[barnaj]

Is there even a point checking CASS on a saturday?

As someone mentioned earlier, I really do feel like desmond from lost. Every morning, I have to get up..type in the last 4 of my social and my birthdate or else my day will feel incomplete :(.

Maybe we are all monkeys in a social experiment by the government, or worse...by the Dharma Intiative :o.


Can you guys tell I miss Lost?

Wednesday bro, maybe we'll get some answers! LOST that is, obviously not from CBP. Dont know about checking cass, but i got a letter today saying my fitness and/or medical is expired and must be redone. Blah...

4,8,15,16,23,42

[NAL06]

.Dont know about checking cass, but i got a letter today saying my fitness and/or medical is expired and must be redone.

That sucks, hopefully they reschedule it for you soon

[s0lid snake]

Is there even a point checking CASS on a saturday?

As someone mentioned earlier, I really do feel like desmond from lost. Every morning, I have to get up..type in the last 4 of my social and my birthdate or else my day will feel incomplete :(.

Maybe we are all monkeys in a social experiment by the government, or worse...by the Dharma Intiative :o.


Can you guys tell I miss Lost?



Dude its coming back next week! All the new shows are going to be back on. Can't wait! :D

But yeah, I feel you man, I wake up every morning to check on CASS and the phone hotline for the past 5 months and finally everything is completed. Now I just have to wait for it to be updated to TSU and then have to wait some more for THE CALL.

[ironwill727]

thanks audioxplode for the vacancy heads up. If my background was completed in August 08 and all good and I keep my same score which was an 88 or 89 I believe would my background still be good and I can just carry on with everything else?

[sd_girl03]

I just mailed out all of my documents today. From previous years, it seems like everything has been a long wait. Does anybody know how long it usually takes after they received your docs to process everything lately? Seems like 4 months if there isn't any troubles?

My tenative letter was for areas around San Diego.

[audi0xpl0de]

I just mailed out all of my documents today. From previous years, it seems like everything has been a long wait. Does anybody know how long it usually takes after they received your docs to process everything lately? Seems like 4 months if there isn't any troubles?

My tenative letter was for areas around San Diego.

What do you mean by process everything? You are unlikely to be complete everything and be hired in four months. There are some exceptions, but not many. The BI itself can take 6-18 months to clear. You could complete a lot of the steps, including the BI interview in 4 months, but you'd still be waiting for the results to be reviewed and cleared.

[rbakous1]

Yeah mine updated too, backwards that is. I forgot the last time i took the physical was in January, so it must have expired cuz my cass went from completed to pending on that one. And by the way, that is the online CASS, the phone still says fitness is completed, so who knows?

wrong post. sorry

[rbakous1]

Getting there.

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o155/imlikeaninja/Picture1.png

Nice job! Here's what you have to look forward too every day after that for weeks and weeks and weeks:D
http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h193/rbakous1/6e649003.jpg

Then hopefully you'll be looking at this
http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h193/rbakous1/CBPBadge.jpg


Good Luck

[merlin436]

On second thought...no sense in giving away 'trade secrets'.

[co94]

thanks audioxplode for the vacancy heads up. If my background was completed in August 08 and all good and I keep my same score which was an 88 or 89 I believe would my background still be good and I can just carry on with everything else?

ironwill,
your geo pref NJ? there are a few of us on this thread from Aug 08 still waiting. I honestly think we are all next. I have seen noone from JUL 08. I think we all get picked up at the same time and do the FLETC thing together. It is coming soon. I can feel it.:)

[JRizEJ6]

how long does it usually take for your medical/physical to show up as completed on CASS after successfully completing it?

[audi0xpl0de]

how long does it usually take for your medical/physical to show up as completed on CASS after successfully completing it?

2 weeks fitness, 3-6 weeks medical.

[co94]

how long does it usually take for your medical/physical to show up as completed on CASS after successfully completing it?
Could take 8 weeks or longer. I cleared mid April, recieved a letter, and it showed on CASS near the end of July in the middle of my BI. It depends.

[DLA]

I just mailed out all of my documents today. From previous years, it seems like everything has been a long wait. Does anybody know how long it usually takes after they received your docs to process everything lately? Seems like 4 months if there isn't any troubles?

My tenative letter was for areas around San Diego.

i'm not sure about 4 months. i'm a san diego guy and i took my test july 31st 08 so i'm coming up on 6 months and some of the other SD guys in here have been in TSU since october/november. i've been reading around the border patrol forums. it seems that those guys are getting phone calls in the 3-6 months range. i just read a post about a bunch of san diego and chula vista guys getting their calls this week. took em about 3 months. i was scheduled to test for BP OCT/07, and stupid me didn't go. i'm gonna try to schedule another test for february because i get the feeling i may get the call for BP faster than CBP.

[AmericanMan]

Hey, I didn't see anything in the CBP processing about a pysch, do they have one?

[audi0xpl0de]

Hey, I didn't see anything in the CBP processing about a pysch, do they have one?

No.

[IronHorse0311]

Hey everyone. Its been a while since I posted. Wanted to give everyone a heads up.

I wrote an email to MHC HR and asked about my medical and drug screening. They are the only two things left to clear. I took the medical/Physical Fitness on Dec 13. Drug Test Jan 3rd or round about that date.

They wrote back later that day saying my drug screen had cleared and they havent received my medical from Comp Svcs yet. She did send a message for them to forward it to them though.

Not sure if it will help those of you whom have been in the process and havent heard anything that corresponds to the average timeline on these posts. But, if you are one of those people, maybe sending an email to HR would get your name on the radar screen for them to look you up. When I did it theuy told me that they "should" have the medical report in a week. I assume it will clear since my doc said I was inbetter than perfect health.

Just a heads up.

Here is my timeline thus far:

Applied: July 2008 Geo NY Other
Test: August 2008
TO: Nov 2008
Forms: Cleared
VBT: Dec 2008: Cleared
Medical: Dec 2008: Pending
Physical:Dec 2008: Cleared
Drug Test:Jan 2009: Cleared
Quals: Cleared
BI: Met with inv. Dec 30: Cleared 1st week of January

How is that looking? It seems to be moving quick. Since the BI is very similar to the one I had to take in the military, I assume that they only went from when I got out until now which is why it cleared so fast, but we shall see.

[rbakous1]

i'm gonna try to schedule another test for february because i get the feeling i may get the call for BP faster than CBP.

I'm starting to think the same way.

[ironwill727]

ironwill,
your geo pref NJ? there are a few of us on this thread from Aug 08 still waiting. I honestly think we are all next. I have seen noone from JUL 08. I think we all get picked up at the same time and do the FLETC thing together. It is coming soon. I can feel it.:)


My pref is Nj but all I did was take the test in Feb 07 I think and I passed the background but I still need to complete everything else. And hopefully I am ready to get everything done and go the sooner the better. I know its a process though.

[audi0xpl0de]

How is that looking? It seems to be moving quick. Since the BI is very similar to the one I had to take in the military, I assume that they only went from when I got out until now which is why it cleared so fast, but we shall see.

If I were to guess, I'd say you have interim clearance. CBP conducts their own background investigations regardless if you were in the military or not.

[Bizzy930]

Hey, I didn't see anything in the CBP processing about a pysch, do they have one?

The last portion of the written exam is somewhat a psych eval.

[co94]

The last portion of the written exam is somewhat a psych eval.
I see you are startin FLETC in 3 days. Good Luck.

[nordy racer]

Is there a barber at fletc? How much for a cut?

i was thinking about that a couple days ago..

[barnaj]

i was thinking about that a couple days ago..

Well they do have one right next to the FLETC express drug store, but i never got one there. I would go off base to the barber in the mall once a month.

[NAL06]

Well they do have one right next to the FLETC express drug store, but i never got one there. I would go off base to the barber in the mall once a month.

What are the grooming standards at FLETC, hair off of the neck?

[nordy racer]

Well they do have one right next to the FLETC express drug store, but i never got one there. I would go off base to the barber in the mall once a month.

walking distance or bike ride distance?

[barnaj]

What are the grooming standards at FLETC, hair off of the neck?

Yeah its not super strict, but the usual off the collar, neatly trimmed sideburns and mustaches.

[barnaj]

walking distance or bike ride distance?

If youre referring to the mall, no its not close enough, you need to take the bus or car. If talking about the fletc express, yeah its center campus.

[TXICE]

Anyone know if the announcment due at the end of the month is gonna be nationwide or location specific?

[barnaj]

Anyone know if the announcment due at the end of the month is gonna be nationwide or location specific?

Havent heard, wont know till the vacancy posts. If your going for Texas, im sure that will be an option.

[rbakous1]

Anyone know if the announcment due at the end of the month is gonna be nationwide or location specific?

Even if it's location specific I'm sure they'll be at least 20+ different locations to choose from.

[ATLbound]

It's a new week, anyone get the "call"? Geo Pref?

[ATLbound]

I forgot it is a fed holiday, maybe tomorrow? Good luck everyone...

[primetime24]

Anyone know what the verdict is on having facial hair ie goatee?

[barnaj]

Anyone know what the verdict is on having facial hair ie goatee?

Nope, just neatly trimmed mustaches.

[primetime24]

man i haven't shaved that thing totally off in like 13 years! Do they tell you that at EOD or do you get reamed when you get to FLETC and have one?

[ford123]

You will be clean shaven by your second day.:cool:

[primetime24]

You will be clean shaven by your second day.:cool:

guess i better start now and get used to it, better yet, have my wife get used to it

[Dfly123]

Well all, I have been out of FLETC for almost a month... Been on the line... doing OT like its going out of style. I gotta say, I do like the interactions.. And if you think you will have much of a life after FLETC (for busy ports) think again... Ive been on my own after OJT for 2 days... already looking at 12 hours of OT... lol, so prepare your family if you have one.

But its def different from FLETC, but FLETC does lay a pretty solid foundation of what youll be doing when your working the line.

[primetime24]

Well all, I have been out of FLETC for almost a month... Been on the line... doing OT like its going out of style. I gotta say, I do like the interactions.. And if you think you will have much of a life after FLETC (for busy ports) think again... Ive been on my own after OJT for 2 days... already looking at 12 hours of OT... lol, so prepare your family if you have one.

But its def different from FLETC, but FLETC does lay a pretty solid foundation of what youll be doing when your working the line.

Ha my wife is already prepared, I think she's ready to quit her job, something she's been asking me to do for the last 4 years! Seems like i win with the job and she wins with getting to stay home.

Really though Dfly, Thanks for the insight/advice.

[E3CSHARP]

DFly, which location are you working? Do you get bored? Stand all day? Or are you constantly busy and interacting? Pretty much how do you feel now compared to if you were working local PD/Sheriff patrol?

[ghost_ix]

FYI, haircuts for males are $10 at the barber shop here on FLETC. Females are a couple bucks more.

[Dfly123]

Ha my wife is already prepared, I think she's ready to quit her job, something she's been asking me to do for the last 4 years! Seems like i win with the job and she wins with getting to stay home.

Really though Dfly, Thanks for the insight/advice.

Ya know there are actually quite a few guys who said their wives just stay home simply cause if they need money she puts him to work, there is a lot of money to be made (depending on your port of course) so if you think its worth it, especially the way the economy is... then go for it.

[Dfly123]

DFly, which location are you working? Do you get bored? Stand all day? Or are you constantly busy and interacting? Pretty much how do you feel now compared to if you were working local PD/Sheriff patrol?

I am working at Miami Int Airport. and yesterday I worked 12 hours, and it was non stop... two 20 min breaks, and that is about it. The time goes by pretty fast and you really dont notice how many people you interact with on a daily basis.

To compare it to and local pd deputy position, would be very difficult... PD you see a lot more "action" (speaking from Miami, Landborder plenty of action). At MIA, its def more of investigative and people reading skills then anything, 95% of people are law biding citizens... just having the right questions and trusting instincts is what helps you find that other 5%. At MIA, chances of you having to pull your weapon, maybe <1%. Arrest due to fraud, 20%, finding drugs 40%... and it changes on a daily basis. You never know what to expect, but without the fist fights, murder scenes, domestic violence etc etc.

For me, CBP is a very good stepping stone that you can not get with local PD... maybe to another agency, maybe to another area of CBP (there are plenty), but if life on "the beat" is what your looking for... I wouldnt expect it with CBP, again... speaking from a busy airport point of view, a place like San Ysidro... different story. (my plan is to transfer to a land border at GS11)

[Wrangler81]

$10... and they do a great job

Is there a barber at fletc? How much for a cut?

[dreCBPONYC08]

Can anyone tell me is there a set schedule for pre-academy? I can't seem to find it anywhere.

[merlin436]

Can anyone tell me is there a set schedule for pre-academy? I can't seem to find it anywhere.

There isn't a set schedule for Pre-A.

It'll vary widely from port to port. Pre-A is more or less a hodgepodge of busy work, job shadowing, computer training, paperwork and the like. About the only thing that that'll be fairly consistent with it...expect daytime hours with weekends and holidays off.

[dreCBPONYC08]

There isn't a set schedule for Pre-A.

It'll vary widely from port to port. Pre-A is more or less a hodgepodge of busy work, job shadowing, computer training, paperwork and the like. About the only thing that that'll be fairly consistent with it...expect daytime hours with weekends and holidays off.

Thank you Merlin for your response, greatly appreciate it.

[E3CSHARP]

I am working at Miami Int Airport. and yesterday I worked 12 hours, and it was non stop... two 20 min breaks, and that is about it. The time goes by pretty fast and you really dont notice how many people you interact with on a daily basis.

To compare it to and local pd deputy position, would be very difficult... PD you see a lot more "action" (speaking from Miami, Landborder plenty of action). At MIA, its def more of investigative and people reading skills then anything, 95% of people are law biding citizens... just having the right questions and trusting instincts is what helps you find that other 5%. At MIA, chances of you having to pull your weapon, maybe <1%. Arrest due to fraud, 20%, finding drugs 40%... and it changes on a daily basis. You never know what to expect, but without the fist fights, murder scenes, domestic violence etc etc.

For me, CBP is a very good stepping stone that you can not get with local PD... maybe to another agency, maybe to another area of CBP (there are plenty), but if life on "the beat" is what your looking for... I wouldnt expect it with CBP, again... speaking from a busy airport point of view, a place like San Ysidro... different story. (my plan is to transfer to a land border at GS11)

Dfly, thank you for your responses. It is very good to hear that the OT is there whenever necessary. I like the fact that a 12 hour shift goes by fast. You do seem happy, I wish you all the best. Congratulations on the graduation and stay sharp on them terrorists :cool:.

[ENSNIPE507]

Does anyone know how NOPA letters arrive? Is it just in regular mail in the mail box or is it a certified letter that has to be delivered directly to the recipient? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!!

[gms632]

Does anyone know how NOPA letters arrive? Is it just in regular mail in the mail box or is it a certified letter that has to be delivered directly to the recipient? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!!

NOPA's arrive via USPS certified mail... I believe that anyone at your address can sign for it.

[acbpo09]

I am working at Miami Int Airport. and yesterday I worked 12 hours, and it was non stop... two 20 min breaks, and that is about it. The time goes by pretty fast and you really dont notice how many people you interact with on a daily basis.

To compare it to and local pd deputy position, would be very difficult... PD you see a lot more "action" (speaking from Miami, Landborder plenty of action). At MIA, its def more of investigative and people reading skills then anything, 95% of people are law biding citizens... just having the right questions and trusting instincts is what helps you find that other 5%. At MIA, chances of you having to pull your weapon, maybe <1%. Arrest due to fraud, 20%, finding drugs 40%... and it changes on a daily basis. You never know what to expect, but without the fist fights, murder scenes, domestic violence etc etc.

For me, CBP is a very good stepping stone that you can not get with local PD... maybe to another agency, maybe to another area of CBP (there are plenty), but if life on "the beat" is what your looking for... I wouldnt expect it with CBP, again... speaking from a busy airport point of view, a place like San Ysidro... different story. (my plan is to transfer to a land border at GS11)
12 hours is very manageable to me. At my current job(Corrections), it's double or nothin'. 16 hours, because you are covering for a no-show. 12 will seem like a 'walk in the park'.

[merlin436]

12 hours is very manageable to me. At my current job(Corrections), it's double or nothin'. 16 hours, because you are covering for a no-show. 12 will seem like a 'walk in the park'.


8 hour OT shifts are more or less the norm at most landborder PoE's. You'll find exceptions, but expect 16 hour days if you're looking at a land border.

[NAL06]

Everything has completed for me as of today, so hopefully TSU is just around the corner!!

[primetime24]

Everything has completed for me as of today, so hopefully TSU is just around the corner!!


Congrats...

Hopefully we'll see you in GA soon

[ENSNIPE507]

Does Anyone Know Who Sends Out The Nopa Letters. I Just Got Off The Phone With Mhc And They Said They Have Not Sent Me Any Letter Atleast From Mhc. Damn Post Office Cant Find My Letter So I Dont Know Who Its From.. Super Nervous..

[waiting.waiting]

hello everyone.

I was contacted by TSU in early december told me that i will start on Jan. 5 2009 and received the employment letter the next day. however, i got a call from TSU on december 29, 2008 telling me that there is a security issue and i will be contact by IA. after that i haven't heard from anyone. i called TSU but no answer.
any idea what is going on? thank you for any help.

[barnaj]

hello everyone.

I was contacted by TSU in early december told me that i will start on Jan. 5 2009 and received the employment letter the next day. however, i got a call from TSU on december 29, 2008 telling me that there is a security issue and i will be contact by IA. after that i haven't heard from anyone. i called TSU but no answer.
any idea what is going on? thank you for any help.

Ive read about this from someone with the same problem. I thought he/she said there class date was cancelled until the issue is cleared up. Id keep calling TSU.

[C-BPO]

Three Questions.....

1) Anybody from the San Diego area receive "the call" within the last month?

2) Are you all watching Homeland Security on ABC?!

And lastly...

It's been an average of about 80 degrees here in San Diego...how's it going over there East Coast?! :cool:

[bhov97]

i'm still waiting for "the call" over here on the east coast, and the temp. is about 30 degrees ...brrrr lol

[acbpo09]

8 hour OT shifts are more or less the norm at most landborder PoE's. You'll find exceptions, but expect 16 hour days if you're looking at a land border.
Not on a land border. Heard that most shifts where I am going are 10-12 hours. No problem.

[barnaj]

Three Questions.....

1) Anybody from the San Diego area receive "the call" within the last month?

2) Are you all watching Homeland Security on ABC?!

And lastly...

It's been an average of about 80 degrees here in San Diego...how's it going over there East Coast?! :cool:

Okay look man, lets be fair. You can only get the call or the 80 degree weather. Choose wisely...

[primetime24]

Three Questions.....

1) Anybody from the San Diego area receive "the call" within the last month?

2) Are you all watching Homeland Security on ABC?!

And lastly...

It's been an average of about 80 degrees here in San Diego...how's it going over there East Coast?! :cool:


It was single digits highs and -15--20 windchill here end of last week, today it's a whopping 13 degrees out!!! Heat wave! I think i'm going to go to the beach and go jet skiing today!

[audi0xpl0de]

-20 here and we just got hit with 20 inches of snow in one day. I'm ready for Georgia.

[waiting.waiting]

Ive read about this from someone with the same problem. I thought he/she said there class date was cancelled until the issue is cleared up. Id keep calling TSU.

thank you.
i am so angry right now. I was left out to dry because i left my last job and currently unemploy.

[barnaj]

thank you.
i am so angry right now. I was left out to dry because i left my last job and currently unemploy.

Yeah thats sucky, but its one of the risks and hurdles that come along with applying. What kind of issue do you have, anything really serious?

[merlin436]

Not on a land border. Heard that most shifts where I am going are 10-12 hours. No problem.

Alright. Yeah...your airports tend towards the 10-12 hour days. Not a bad gig...unless you need some 8 hour days for something.

[waiting.waiting]

Yeah thats sucky, but its one of the risks and hurdles that come along with applying. What kind of issue do you have, anything really serious?

Start date/report date: jan. 5, 2009

FLETC: FEB. 5, 2009

class# : cpbi-927

that is in the letter i got from them. I have no idea. the person in TSU told me it is minor. all i need is to fill out a form and send it back. now i have to thanks CBP for my unemployment and live in a super tight budget. :(. oh well, i better start looking for another job. can't live too long on my saving account. :)

[DLA]

wow i didn't realize how cold it is over there on the east coast. i'm over here complaining about it not feeling like winter and sweating when i wear a jacket. i can't wear short sleeved shirts because it leaves tan marks on my arms.

[rbakous1]

wow i didn't realize how cold it is over there on the east coast. i'm over here complaining about it not feeling like winter and sweating when i wear a jacket. i can't wear short sleeved shirts because it leaves tan marks on my arms.

HA. I have to worry about getting sunburn with the top down on my vehicle while driving to work. :) I'm going to enjoy it while it lasts, in about 3 months it's a furnace.

[NAL06]

-20 here and we just got hit with 20 inches of snow in one day. I'm ready for Georgia.

Yeah I definitely wouldn't mind getting out of Buffalo for the last 2 or 3 months of winter!!

[JLnSOCAL]

i've been cleared since mid october 2008. e-mailed TSU they said thers no openings in san diego or sw geo, im going past the 90 day mark on cass, reffered for EOD,10/08 Tested feb/08
pre-employment forms- completed
qualifications- gs-7
medical- completed
VBT- completed
drug screening- completed
background- complete
fitness- completed reffered for EOD-10/08

[co94]

i've been cleared since mid october 2008. e-mailed TSU they said thers no openings in san diego or sw geo, im going past the 90 day mark on cass, reffered for EOD,10/08 Tested feb/08
pre-employment forms- completed
qualifications- gs-7
medical- completed
VBT- completed
drug screening- completed
background- complete
fitness- completed reffered for EOD-10/08
SOCAL,
I am a Newark geo. Myself and a few others on this thread have been waiting since Aug. '08. It is painful for all of us and I dont think it's right.
My process reminded me of the military. Hurry UP!!!...now wait....wait...wait...wait...etc.................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .......................................

[merlin436]

As bad as it is now...it used to be a lot worse. In 'ancient' days, it was pretty much the norm to wait 2-3 years or even longer between testing and EODing.

[merlin436]

35 below zero in eastern ND last week, but since then it's warmed up. Nice 20 above blustery weather at the moment.

[DLA]

well the marines are trying to recruit me for OCS. they said the next OCS is may 28th, and if CBP doesn't hire me before then, i'm gonna have to go with the marines. i'm pretty sure it would suit me better anyway, but having a job that's guaranteed in san diego with my family and friends makes CBP worth it.

[mahaff1221]

i took the online pre screening test for boarder patrol and said i never did any drugs. I tried to call and get it changed becasue it was a lie and they said there is nothing they can do to change it. im going to tell the truth without a doubt when the question comes up again through out the process. i take the test feb 10th and im wondering if im done before i even got started becasue of that stupid mistake? i know the position is all about integrity and thats something they take into account heavily in the hiring process.

[audi0xpl0de]

Wrong thread for border patrol. You've off to a bad start by lying. You'll have to explain the "error" and it all depends on how long ago you used, as well as what drugs.

[s0lid snake]

Hey guys, guess what! I got THE CALL today! I swear I had a dream about it last night. SFO international airport.

EOD Feb 2

FLETC Feb 25

[audi0xpl0de]

Hey guys, guess what! I got THE CALL today! I swear I had a dream about it last night. SFO international airport.

EOD Feb 2

FLETC Feb 25

Congrats! Didn't you just enter TSU?

[bhov97]

Hey guys, guess what! I got THE CALL today! I swear I had a dream about it last night. SFO international airport.

EOD Feb 2

FLETC Feb 25


congrats s0lid!

tell them to call me next...lol

[s0lid snake]

Congrats! Didn't you just enter TSU?



Yeah I did. I took the test on Aug 8....completed everything except medical around like Dec. Sent in my additional medical information on Jan 6. Last week I wasn't even in TSU yet, both CASS and hotline just says everything is completed. Then I got the call today.

[s0lid snake]

congrats s0lid!

tell them to call me next...lol


Are you going for SFO? If you are, I bet you will get the call very soon.

[waiting.waiting]

Hey guys, guess what! I got THE CALL today! I swear I had a dream about it last night. SFO international airport.

EOD Feb 2

FLETC Feb 25

congrat. and good luck.

[bhov97]

Are you going for SFO? If you are, I bet you will get the call very soon.


haha no, my geo. pref. is Massachusetts..

did u score in the 100-90 range?

[FOBOPS]

So, wanted to get a general opinion from anyone willing to lend an ear. I have my current T.O. for JFK and as of the 29th with my scheduled VBT, I'll have submitted to all the steps and will be playing the waiting game for JFK while everything clears,etc.. I've been giving a lot of thought tothe GEO preference as it is very far from my home and there are extenuating circumstances that come into play now & realize that holding out for Philly would make 100% more sense in many ways. When this new posting comes out at the end of the month do I (A) reapply for Philly (assuming that is an option) or (B) do I ask MHC to change my GEO preference without having to reapply and then wait out a T.O.? Any input is extremely appreciated.

[barnaj]

So, wanted to get a general opinion from anyone willing to lend an ear. I have my current T.O. for JFK and as of the 29th with my scheduled VBT, I'll have submitted to all the steps and will be playing the waiting game for JFK while everything clears,etc.. I've been giving a lot of thought tothe GEO preference as it is very far from my home and there are extenuating circumstances that come into play now & realize that holding out for Philly would make 100% more sense in many ways. When this new posting comes out at the end of the month do I (A) reapply for Philly (assuming that is an option) or (B) do I ask MHC to change my GEO preference without having to reapply and then wait out a T.O.? Any input is extremely appreciated.

Cant hurt to ask, you never know when someone might be willing to work with you. Although i believe you have to cancel your current t.o. and re-apply under the new announcement for the geo you would like.

[DLA]

Hey guys, guess what! I got THE CALL today! I swear I had a dream about it last night. SFO international airport.

EOD Feb 2

FLETC Feb 25

congrats man. hope us other cali guys have your luck!

[FOBOPS]

Hey guys, guess what! I got THE CALL today! I swear I had a dream about it last night. SFO international airport.

EOD Feb 2

FLETC Feb 25

Congrats! Best of luck in FLETC.

[yoda]

So, wanted to get a general opinion from anyone willing to lend an ear. I have my current T.O. for JFK and as of the 29th with my scheduled VBT, I'll have submitted to all the steps and will be playing the waiting game for JFK while everything clears,etc.. I've been giving a lot of thought tothe GEO preference as it is very far from my home and there are extenuating circumstances that come into play now & realize that holding out for Philly would make 100% more sense in many ways. When this new posting comes out at the end of the month do I (A) reapply for Philly (assuming that is an option) or (B) do I ask MHC to change my GEO preference without having to reapply and then wait out a T.O.? Any input is extremely appreciated.

Again,
you can re-apply on an open period if the option you want is available, no need to decline your offer, everything will then carry over to the new location automatically once you get a TO for that said location. You only need to hope this happens before you get the call for the current location.

You can't ask MHC to change your Geo Pref if:
1) if there is no open period at the time.
2) if the location you want is not listed in that period.
3) if you already have a TO for your current location.

If you already have a TO and have begun the process the best option is to re-apply.

Good Luck!:cool:

[OFlorida]

Hey,

So I'm merely awaiting to get my oral interview that is scheduled three weeks from now.. With that in mind, I recently submitted my BI information. Should I be concerned about my credit report or do you think that will affect my chances for employment at all? It's pretty terrible.. Aside from that, I'm entirely clean for employment.

Any advice with that in regards to my Oral Review/chances of employment?

[audi0xpl0de]

Hey,

So I'm merely awaiting to get my oral interview that is scheduled three weeks from now.. With that in mind, I recently submitted my BI information. Should I be concerned about my credit report or do you think that will affect my chances for employment at all? It's pretty terrible.. Aside from that, I'm entirely clean for employment.

Any advice with that in regards to my Oral Review/chances of employment?

Dress nice and relax, it's pretty painless. Regarding credit, it could disqualify you if it is as bad as you say and you have defaulted on loans.

[yoda]

Hey,

So I'm merely awaiting to get my oral interview that is scheduled three weeks from now.. With that in mind, I recently submitted my BI information. Should I be concerned about my credit report or do you think that will affect my chances for employment at all? It's pretty terrible.. Aside from that, I'm entirely clean for employment.

Any advice with that in regards to my Oral Review/chances of employment?

Poor Credit is a reflection on personality and will be held against you by the adjudicator. How much you owe and how many delinquencies reflect on character and responsibility, and it also gives them an idea as to how a person could be susceptible to taking bribes because of money problems.

If it is that bad you will most likely receive a NOPA and you will have to explain each and every one of your debts and how have you been paying them off, even before you decided to apply for CBP, explain in detail as to how you got to that point. Be very honest and hope that it'll be enough for them to find you suitable.
Good Luck !:cool:

[OFlorida]

Most of it is due to the financial times, and my reasoning for employment as a CBP Officer is also in part to begin clearing that debt..

Catch 22, I suppose.

[yoda]

Most of it is due to the financial times, and my reasoning for employment as a CBP Officer is also in part to begin clearing that debt..

Catch 22, I suppose.

I completely understand,
but in my case they brought up an account with a 0 balance that showed up as "derogatory" on the report, I had to explain how I was late on a payment and that even though it was paid off it would still show up as "derogatory" on the report since I was late paying it that one time. Stuff like that stays on your report for some time. I only have one credit card and only owe about $2,000 to a bank... and I had to explain it all on my NOPA!...
It just shows how deep they dig to find candidates unsuitable!

[barnaj]

I completely understand,
but in my case they brought up an account with a 0 balance that showed up as "derogatory" on the report, I had to explain how I was late on a payment and that even though it was paid off it would still show up as "derogatory" on the report since I was late paying it that one time. Stuff like that stays on your report for some time. I only have one credit card and only owe about $2,000 to a bank... and I had to explain it all on my NOPA!...
It just shows how deep they dig to find candidates unsuitable!

Yep, that is indeed some chickensh**. You try to better yourselve and serve the country by applying for the job, and all they want to do is find reasons to keep you out. Tisk, tisk, tisk.

[waiting.waiting]

nothing new there. they asked me why i haven't pay off my credit card with a balance of $500 when i have money in my checking account. i told them that it is interest free and i want to build my credit score.

[CBPKDP]

I'm new here and I had the same problem. I am unemployed and fell behind on my car loan. It wasn't repo'd and I made payment arrangements. I had to give them the documents showing that I am making the payments. I also had 2 other items on my credit report and had to dispute them and show proof that I had no knowledge of them. This was a NOPA from IA. Who knows what is gonna happen when it gets to the adjudicator. Waiting since 11/08 to hear something.

[Bizzy930]

Hey guys, guess what! I got THE CALL today! I swear I had a dream about it last night. SFO international airport.

EOD Feb 2

FLETC Feb 25
Congrats.

[E3CSHARP]

Most of it is due to the financial times, and my reasoning for employment as a CBP Officer is also in part to begin clearing that debt..

Catch 22, I suppose.

I am in the same exact position as you. Without a job you cannot pay the bills which results in debts that you were paying before that you can no longer pay. This being the case, credit report may be a measure of character but should not be the ultimate determinant. It is not the workers fault why a company shuts down, wants cheap labor or outsources America's jobs.

[E3CSHARP]

I completely understand,
but in my case they brought up an account with a 0 balance that showed up as "derogatory" on the report, I had to explain how I was late on a payment and that even though it was paid off it would still show up as "derogatory" on the report since I was late paying it that one time. Stuff like that stays on your report for some time. I only have one credit card and only owe about $2,000 to a bank... and I had to explain it all on my NOPA!...
It just shows how deep they dig to find candidates unsuitable!

OMG wow, Yoda are you serious? a 0 balance and they still grilled you? Jeez................ lol should I pull my app now? :o

[Alaric]

Well CASS hotline updated today, I'm in TSU now and got the usual 30-60 day spiel.

If anyone gets hit up for a EOD for WA, all other areas (Seattle/Spokane, Longview, Port angeles, Tacoma) hit me up with a PM.

[Peteylaw06]

Anyone here from PA get a T.O. Recently? I see that GMS632 got one in May of 2008 and was recently EOD'd. Anyone get a T.O. after that? Philly is my hometown and was considering that location as well... Thanks.

[FLA22]

Wow Yoda!

I guess I fully expect a NOPA after reading your problem. I am not late on any credit cards but I do have 15,000 in credit card debt. On the other hand I paid off my home worth 350,000 and my vehicles are also paid off. I hope that evens out their view. Perhaps that is why my BI has been pending for 5 months while others get by so fast. I am also older then most applicants, using my prior government law enforcement position time to get in under the age cut off.

[yoda]

Wow Yoda!

I guess I fully expect a NOPA after reading your problem. I am not late on any credit cards but I do have 15,000 in credit card debt. On the other hand I paid off my home worth 350,000 and my vehicles are also paid off. I hope that evens out their view. Perhaps that is why my BI has been pending for 5 months while others get by so fast. I am also older then most applicants, using my prior government law enforcement position time to get in under the age cut off.
How close are you from the 6 month period of your meeting with the investigator? if you're close to it let me know, cause you probably hit the "pile" zone, I'll get you the contact info for IA so that you can get a nudge on your case (ONLY FOR THOSE AT 6 MONTH POINT).

I take it you just joined the O.com and haven't read through the whole thread so I'll give you the skinny on my case...
Met my BI in Dec. 07, after 6 months of waiting for a word from them a fellow member gave me the contact to IA, Took me about a month to get a hold on my Adjudicator... Then 2 months after that to have her send out the NOPA... Sent in the Response Oct. 28, 08... Finally got a hold on the Supervising Adjudicator of my case last week...and he told me NOTHING had been done with my case since they received the response... My adjudicator just left it there in her desk and had done absolutely nothing with it... Told me to call at the end of Jan to make sure they had finished the report and sent out to the higher up's...
This in short has been my ordeal with my BI...

[DaBonk112]

Did IA question you as to how you got the number? Is the number to IA for public or internal access?

[yoda]

Did IA question you as to how you got the number? Is the number to IA for public or internal access?
It is not for the public (as they don't advertise it) and they didn't question me as to how I got it. I know of a member I gave the number to, that her Adjudicator asked in an indignant tone "how did she get the number and his/her name", to which you don't have to answer if you don't want to. I give you the number to the receptionist and the rest is up to you. When you get called by IA the number is not blocked, unlike the Investigator (at least mine) every time he called it came up blocked.

[s0lid snake]

Congrats.





Hey so how was it working at SFO pre-FLETC? Was it very busy?

[rbakous1]

Wow Yoda!

I guess I fully expect a NOPA after reading your problem. I am not late on any credit cards but I do have 15,000 in credit card debt. On the other hand I paid off my home worth 350,000 and my vehicles are also paid off. I hope that evens out their view. Perhaps that is why my BI has been pending for 5 months while others get by so fast. I am also older then most applicants, using my prior government law enforcement position time to get in under the age cut off.

Have you met with your BI yet? Did anything come up in the conversation that would get you to think that's the outcome?

[FLA22]

I met with my BI in September and he said nothing about credit. After meeting with him he called about month later to clarify something job related and that was it. I just figure it takes up to a year to complete my background.

[ENSNIPE507]

Does Anyone Know Who Sends Out Nopa's? Is It From Mhc Or Where Else. Also What Does Ia Stand For?

[madchiken]

It is not for the public (as they don't advertise it) and they didn't question me as to how I got it. I know of a member I gave the number to, that her Adjudicator asked in an indignant tone "how did she get the number and his/her name", to which you don't have to answer if you don't want to. I give you the number to the receptionist and the rest is up to you. When you get called by IA the number is not blocked, unlike the Investigator (at least mine) every time he called it came up blocked.

Their number is not to be released to whomever you think should have it. There is absolutely no reason to call IA unless they call you.

[prod]

anyone here prior military thats trying to join up?

[bhov97]

did anyone see the CBPO's siezed 100 pounds of synthetic marijuana...it didn't test positive for THC but tested positive for HU-210

http://www.daytondailynews.com/n/content/oh/story/news/local/2009/01/15/ddn011509bustweb.html

[trappb]

I am working at Miami Int Airport. and yesterday I worked 12 hours, and it was non stop... two 20 min breaks, and that is about it. The time goes by pretty fast and you really dont notice how many people you interact with on a daily basis.

To compare it to and local pd deputy position, would be very difficult... PD you see a lot more "action" (speaking from Miami, Landborder plenty of action). At MIA, its def more of investigative and people reading skills then anything, 95% of people are law biding citizens... just having the right questions and trusting instincts is what helps you find that other 5%. At MIA, chances of you having to pull your weapon, maybe <1%. Arrest due to fraud, 20%, finding drugs 40%... and it changes on a daily basis. You never know what to expect, but without the fist fights, murder scenes, domestic violence etc etc.

For me, CBP is a very good stepping stone that you can not get with local PD... maybe to another agency, maybe to another area of CBP (there are plenty), but if life on "the beat" is what your looking for... I wouldnt expect it with CBP, again... speaking from a busy airport point of view, a place like San Ysidro... different story. (my plan is to transfer to a land border at GS11)

I would like to ask a few questions because I am waiting for TSU for the Miami area. Is the airport better than the seaport and what are your hours and days off? How is the staff? And what are the best places to stay in Miami since I will be moving down from Chicago. Any response will be greatly appreciated. Thanks

[barnaj]

anyone here prior military thats trying to join up?
Right here. 4 years active duty air force and 2+ yrs in the national guard.