CBP officer

[Sakic]

H.S. / College Track irrelevant. 1/4 mile track equals 440 yards.

I know, I was just joking. Simply trying to lighten the mood in here a bit.

[seeOH]

Well I tend to agree alittle more with "TWOISONE" granted what do we know right!!!. I mean if you won some shooting competions and some awards in an academy you must be the bomb......lol. I will go out and say that I am an Expert and an Instrutor to those uncapable of zeroing and qulifying. My weapons of current use while in country is the M-4 (5.56) AKA (223) and the M-9 (9mm). Also weapons of my last trade while as a Light Infantryman, 187th INF REG 3rd Brigade Combat Team, was the M-249 (SAW) Machine Gun, 240-B (7.62) Machine Gun M-67 Fragmentation Grenade, Flash Bang, 870 12Gauge,(Breach) All in shoot houses, live ammo real people real C-4,,,ok,,ok, ill stop I know I feel so much better now......anyway do what you think is right...take care


SGT. K

I am a master deer rifle marksman (aka big game sniper) in the 1st Regiment of Romeo November USA Militia... (sorry, I had to)

[Thek9]

I know, I was just joking. Simply trying to lighten the mood in here a bit.

Or to do it even faster use one of those Jr. High School metric tracks.

[merlin436]

So How Long Do You Have To Be In TSU to get your EOB? I've seen that in variation a couple of hundred times.

Real Question: What is OFO? What is the mission?

OFO(Office of Field Operations) is the branch of CBP most CBPO's work under. See list below:


- Office of Air and Marine - Assistant Commissioner, Michael C. Kostelnik
The mission of the Office of Air and Marine is to protect the American people and critical infrastructure by using an integrated and coordinated air and marine force to detect, interdict, and prevent acts of terrorism arising from unlawful movement of people, illegal drugs and other contraband moving toward or crossing the borders of the United States.

- Office of Border Patrol - Chief of the Border Patrol, David V. Aguilar
The Office of Border Patrol, headed by the Chief, CBP Border Patrol, is the primary federal law enforcement organization responsible for preventing the entry of terrorists and terrorist weapons from entering the United States between official U.S. Customs and Border Protection ports of entry. Their traditional mission is to enforce immigration laws and to detect, interdict and apprehend those who attempt to illegally enter or smuggle people or contraband across U.S. borders between official ports of entry. The Border Patrol has a workforce of over 12,700 employees, of whom 11,120 are agents assigned to patrol the more than 6,000 miles of America's land borders. The Border Patrol has an operating budget of $1.4 billion, which provides for operations coordinated by 21 sector offices.

- Office of International Trade - Assistant Commissioner, Daniel Baldwin
The Office of International Trade (OT) consolidates the trade policy, program development, and compliance measurement functions of CBP into one office. The Office provides uniformity and clarity for the development of CBP’s national strategy to facilitate legitimate trade and manages the design and implementation of results-driven strategic initiatives of trade compliance and enforcement. It directs national enforcement responses through effective targeting of goods crossing the border as well as strict, swift punitive actions against companies participating in predatory trade practices. Through coordination with international partners and other U.S. government agencies it directs the enforcement of intellectual property rights, the identification of risks to detect and prevent the importation of contaminated agricultural or food products and the enforcement of free trade agreement eligibility. By promoting trade facilitation through partnership programs, the Office of Trade will streamline the flow of legitimate shipments and foster corporate self-governance as a means of achieving compliance with trade laws and regulations. A risk-based audit program is used to respond to allegations of commercial fraud and to conduct corporate reviews of internal controls to ensure importers comply with trade laws and regulations. Finally, the Office of Trade provides the legal tools to promote facilitation and compliance with customs, trade and border security requirements through: the issuance of all CBP regulations, legally binding rulings and decisions, informed compliance publications and structured programs for external CBP training and outreach on international trade laws and CBP regulations.

- Office of Congressional Affairs - Assistant Commissioner, Michael J. Yeager
Office of Congressional Affairs, headed by an Assistant Commissioner, is responsible for advising CBP managers on legislative and congressional matters; and for assisting members of Congress and their staffs in understanding current and proposed CBP programs.

- Office of Field Operations - Assistant Commissioner, Thomas S. Winkowski
Office of Field Operations (OFO), headed by an Assistant Commissioner, oversees nearly 27,000 employees with more than 22,000 dedicated and vigilant officers and agriculture specialists that protect U.S. borders. An annual operating budget of $3.2 billion provides for operations at 20 Field Operations offices; 327 ports of entry; 15 preclearance stations in Canada, Ireland and the Caribbean; Immigration policy and programs; and Agricultural Quarantine Inspection (AQI) at all ports of entry in order to protect the health of U.S. plant and animal resources. OFO manages core Customs and Border Protection programs such as: Border Security and Facilitation, which handles Interdiction and Security, Passenger Operations, Targeting and Analysis and Canine Enforcement; Trade Compliance and Facilitation, under which falls Cargo Entry and Release, Summary Operations, Trade Risk Management, Enforcement, and Seizures and Penalties as well as expanding Trade operations to focus on anti-terrorism.

- Office of Finance and CFO - Assistant Commissioner, Eugene H. Schied
Office of Finance, headed by an Assistant Commissioner, who is the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for the U.S. Customs and Border Protection. This office is responsible for administering the broad range of financial management activities delineated under the CFO Act of 1990, including accounting, budgeting, procurement, logistics, financial systems, policy, planning, and audit oversight. An annual Accountability Report is prepared and submitted to the Department of Homeland Security Pursuant to the CFO Act, the Government Performance and Results Act of 1993 (GPRA), and the Government Management Reform Act of 1994 (GMRA), this report includes the annual audited financial statements and auditors' opinion. The report also includes: financial analysis; a description of the effectiveness of management controls; program performance results related to agency mission, goals, and objectives; and an assessment of data validity and reliability in support of performance measures.

- Office of Human Resources Management - Assistant Commissioner, Christine E. Gaugler
The Office of Human Resources Management is responsible for providing human resources support within CBP. It promotes and enables mission accomplishment through human capital planning and utilization; strategic leadership to CBP employees; efficient processes and practices which meet customer's operational needs; a safe work environment; advocacy for fair treatment; effective delivery of services (including filling positions, providing employee services and benefits, processing personnel actions and facilitating workforce effectiveness).

- Office of Information and Technology - Assistant Commissioner and Chief Information Officer, Charles R. Armstrong
Office of Information and Technology, headed by an Assistant Commissioner (AC), is responsible for implementation and support of information technology, research and development functions, and automation and technological strategies for meeting mission-related needs. Specifically, the Office is responsible for automated information systems, management of the research and development functions and all forensic and laboratory support of the agency. OIT personnel manage all computer and related resources including all operational aspects of the Computer Security Program; establish requirements for computer interfaces between U.S. Customs and Border Protection and various trade groups and government agencies; and manage matters related to automated import processing and systems development. OIT personnel are responsible for managing all aspects of tactical communications, including the 24x7 operations of the National Law Enforcement Communications Center.

- Office of Intelligence and Operations Coordination - Acting Assistant Commissioner, Allen Gina
- 10/27/2009
The Office of Intelligence & Operations Coordination (OIOC), headed by an Assistant Commissioner, is responsible for the entire intelligence cycle, including planning, collection, processing, analysis, production and dissemination of all-source intelligence. By functioning as the situational awareness hub for CBP, the OIOC provides timely, relevant information and actionable intelligence to operators and decision-makers. The OIOC also plans, synchronizes, and coordinates operations and initiatives across CBP components and with external entities. Finally, the OIOC spearheads CBP’s Incident Management efforts by coordinating CBP’s response to significant incidents, be it natural or man-made.

- Office of Internal Affairs - Assistant Commissioner, James F. Tomsheck
Office of Internal Affairs (IA), headed by an Assistant Commissioner, has oversight authority for all aspects of CBP operations, personnel and facilities. IA is responsible for ensuring compliance with all CBPwide programs and policies relating to corruption, misconduct, or mismanagement and for executing the internal security, integrity, and management inspections program. Through the national headquarters in Washington, D.C., and strategically located regional field offices, IA investigates criminal and serious administrative misconduct by CBP employees. IA also screens potential CBP employees for suitability; educates employees concerning ethical standards and integrity responsibilities; evaluates physical security threats to CBP employees, facilities, and sensitive information; and inspects CBP operations and processes for managerial effectiveness and improvements.

- Office of International Affairs - Acting Assistant Commissioner, Charles E. Stallworth
The Office of International Affairs (INA) is responsible for coordinating and supporting foreign initiatives, programs and activities within CBP. INA strives to extend U.S. borders by implementing programs and initiatives that promote anti-terrorism, global border security, non-proliferation, export controls, immigration and capacity building. INA focuses on international cooperation and strengthening multi- and bi-lateral relationships to achieve international agreements and joint efforts that both facilitate and secure legitimate trade. INA promotes expansion of the World Customs Organization (WCO) Framework of Standards for supply chain security and facilitation by providing targeted countries with training and advisory support through programs such as, Capacity Building and Export Control and Border Security (EXBS). INA provides in-country advisory support for broad-based customs reform and modernization and ensures CBP is represented at overseas posts and influencing policy throughout the world.

- Office of Public Affairs - Assistant Commissioner Maria Luisa O’Connell
The Office of Public Affairs, headed by an Assistant Commissioner, communicates CBP’s mission and operations. OPA continually informs the agency’s chief stakeholders, the American public, through media outreach and public awareness campaigns conducted via media events, news, video and photography as well as the public Web site on CBP.gov, informational brochures, and a national customer service call center to address public questions and complaints. OPA also provides continual information to the CBP work force through an intranet site and frequent leadership messages. A quarterly magazine, Frontline, is mailed to CBP personnel and stakeholders throughout the nation and abroad. OPA acts as a conduit for information to and guidance from the Department of Homeland Security.

- Office of Training and Development - Assistant Commissioner, Patricia M. Duffy
The Office of Training and Development (OTD) is responsible for centralized leadership and direction of all Customs and Border Protection (CBP) training programs. OTD ensures that all training efforts support the CBP mission and strategic goals, meet the needs of a diverse and dispersed workforce, and contribute to measurable outcomes and results. OTD establishes standards and policies for designing, developing, delivering, and evaluating training. The Office directly executes career development programs, basic and advanced training to all occupations (e.g., anti-terrorism training to CBP Officers, Border Patrol Agents, and other occupations), and management and executive development programs. OTD develops and implements the annual training plan for the agency. OTD defines and implements evaluation measures, data collection processes, and inspection methods for ongoing assessment of all CBP training programs. OTD is responsible for the continuous improvement and expansion of CBP learning capabilities. To accomplish its organizational mission and strategic plan, OTD has eleven divisions – Border Enforcement Training Division (BETD), Use of Force Policy Division (UFPD), Mission Support Division (MSD), Training Production and Standards Division (TPSD), Leadership and Organization Development Division (LODD), Advanced Training Center, Workforce Development Division, U.S. Border Patrol Academy, CBP Field Operations Academy, Front Royal Canine Center, and the El Paso Canine Center.



Mission statement:

Customs and Border Protection Mission Statement

We are the guardians of our Nation's borders.
We are America's frontline.


We safeguard the American homeland
at and beyond our borders.


We protect the American public against terrorists
and the instruments of terror.


We steadfastly enforce the laws of the United States
while fostering our Nation's economic security
through lawful international trade and travel.


We serve the American public with
vigilance, integrity and professionalism.

[blessed]

If and when we eventually get hired lets agree that if we become successful and rise to the top in cbp ranks we will make the hiring processing as transparent as we possibly can. By transparent I mean giving candidates as much foresight as possibly regarding hiring time frames.

[merlin436]

That list of the organizational chart I posted looks to be dated. There are far more than 11K+ BPA's currently in the field.

Still, it gives a good idea of what's where and who does what.

[MP-K-9]

I am a master deer rifle marksman (aka big game sniper) in the 1st Regiment of Romeo November USA Militia... (sorry, I had to)

<<<<<<< LMAO >>>>>>>> It's all good that was funny...!!!

[NYC DOC RECRUIT]

Hey Anthony30

I have been in TSU for LAX/LB since 3/20/09. Please add me to the list when you get a chance too. Thanks and good luck to all!

[seeOH]

<<<<<<< LMAO >>>>>>>> It's all good that was funny...!!!

Any other word from the big wigs pushing your paperwork?

[Thek9]

Merlin,

Thank you very much for your detailed reply.

Thek9

[TuffStuffCBP]

175 Days In Tsu! Congratulations To Me!

[Levine1212]

Just as a clarification - if you are talking about making sure you use the correct acronyms, CBP is Customs and Border Protection.

BP (Border Patrol) is a unit of CBP, as is OFO (Office of Field Ops). CBPOs are uniformed officers of OFO, BPAs are uniformed agents of OBP (Office of Border Patrol).

Both BPAs and CBPOs 'are CBP' - they work for the same agency, different offices, and both wear the same patch (in different colors) on one shoulder (with an office specific patch on the other).

I agree that the poster was probably talking about becoming a BP Agent as he used the word 'sector', but it would be accurate to say he was talking about BP, not OFO, as both CBPO and BPA are employees of CBP.

My understanding is that he is the guy who keeps mixing up CBPO with BP and confusing everyone. Is this not the same guy?
If it's not I stand corrected, but I think it is.
Back on page 733 he posts he got the call and mentions non CBP areas, many people post on the page that he is talking about BP not CBP. Check it out, it's confusing. It looks like he thinks he is posting on a BP forum.
I guess it doesn't really matter, only when he says he got the call for Detroit and his TSU date is after others, it's confusing those Michigan people in TSU.

[merlin436]

You'd likely look hard to find many PA's who embrace the fact that they work for CBP. Most PA's want as little to do with carrying the moniker "CBP" as possible.

[koalica]

Happy 100th TSU day to meee

[TuffStuffCBP]

Happy 100th TSU day to meee

Congrats! Only 7 or 8 hundred more to go! I'd bet that the reason CBP isn't hiring right now is because Napolitano believes that the new kiosks can do the CBPO's job for them.

Our hiring spree started under the previous admin. This administration has no interest in the hiring spree of the past admin.