CBP officer

[kimran611]

I took the CBPO exam on 09/04/13, when I check my USA Test Manager account, it gives me option to upload documents. Does this mean I passed the test? I haven't receive any email saying I pass or fail.

[Jaaram]

I was just trying to help, I'm sorry if you took it the wrong way. Since you indicated you have not passed your polygraph, you might want to file my recommendation away. In addition, while I can't give you my exact reasons, remember this and other sites are monitored by CBP and our BI investigators. It has come to my attention that some people were also reminded that we have signed confidentiality agreements that apply not only to the VBT and SI but to the polygraph too.

[Mole177]

all settled in ready for pre-academy...

any other SYS folks?

i started a gmail google group... pm me for more info.

[LennyM]

Been following this thread for a while. Finally got the call on 8/20. PFT2 this Wednesday in Miami. FletC 11/4/13. So happy to finally post this.

5/22/12 - Written Exam (93)
10/16/12 - Tentative Offer
11/5/12 - VBT/Oral
11/7/12 - Medical/PF1
12/11/12 - Eye Correction Surgery
3/8/13 - Polygraph
3/18/13 - Met with BI
8/13/13 - Drug Test
8/13/13 - Referred to Scheduling
8/20/13 - Final Offer
9/11/13 - PFT2
10/7/13 - EOD Port Everglades, FL
11/4/13 - FletC

Geo Location - FL (Was offered Port Everglades and USVI)

[Kattle]

Been following this thread for a while. Finally got the call on 8/20. PFT2 this Wednesday in Miami. FletC 11/4/13. So happy to finally post this.

5/22/12 - Written Exam (93)
10/16/12 - Tentative Offer
11/5/12 - VBT/Oral
11/7/12 - Medical/PF1
12/11/12 - Eye Correction Surgery
3/8/13 - Polygraph
3/18/13 - Met with BI
8/13/13 - Drug Test
8/13/13 - Referred to Scheduling
8/20/13 - Final Offer
9/11/13 - PFT2
10/7/13 - EOD Port Everglades, FL
11/4/13 - FletC

Geo Location - FL (Was offered Port Everglades and USVI)

Congrats! When you get your NOR is that when you upload your forms to USA Test Manager or when you get your TO? Is it easy to upload them to Test Manager or to FAX them? Thanks and congrats again!

[Missouri 26]

Hello,

What are my chances of getting a new TSL with an score of 83? I originally apply for the SWB and so far I have successfully completed the VBI/SI, PFT 1, Medical, Poly, and Met with the BI last Month. I would like to switch my location to Florida or NE but I think my score is too weak for the above mentioned locations. I applied on 04/12. BTW the Poly was not bad at all. BTW I qualified as a GS-7

Thanks

[cammyman1]

Been following this thread for a while. Finally got the call on 8/20. PFT2 this Wednesday in Miami. FletC 11/4/13. So happy to finally post this.

5/22/12 - Written Exam (93)
10/16/12 - Tentative Offer
11/5/12 - VBT/Oral
11/7/12 - Medical/PF1
12/11/12 - Eye Correction Surgery
3/8/13 - Polygraph
3/18/13 - Met with BI
8/13/13 - Drug Test
8/13/13 - Referred to Scheduling
8/20/13 - Final Offer
9/11/13 - PFT2
10/7/13 - EOD Port Everglades, FL
11/4/13 - FletC

Geo Location - FL (Was offered Port Everglades and USVI)

Congrats i would've loved to get Port Everglades. See you at FLETC.

[Pointman8]

Spending some quality time at home until Thursday morning then I report to FLETC. It'll be great to meet many of you there. See you guys soon.

[LennyM]

Thanks! Sorry but I really don't remember exactly when I uploaded my forms. I think it was after the TO. Hopefully someone else could give a solid answer. And yea I think uploading it is easier than faxing.

[LennyM]

Thanks! Sorry but I really don't remember exactly when I uploaded my forms. I think it was after the TO. Hopefully someone else could give a solid answer. And yea I think uploading it is easier than faxing.

Congrats! When you get your NOR is that when you upload your forms to USA Test Manager or when you get your TO? Is it easy to upload them to Test Manager or to FAX them? Thanks and congrats again!

[LennyM]

Congrats i would've loved to get Port Everglades. See you at FLETC.

Thanks! Yea I feel lucky to have been offered that. Get to go back home See you there!

[LiveToCompete]

Hello,

What are my chances of getting a new TSL with an score of 83? I originally apply for the SWB and so far I have successfully completed the VBI/SI, PFT 1, Medical, Poly, and Met with the BI last Month. I would like to switch my location to Florida or NE but I think my score is too weak for the above mentioned locations. I applied on 04/12. BTW the Poly was not bad at all. BTW I qualified as a GS-7

Thanks

I am in the same situation as you, I applied for SWB as well and got an 83 on my test. In my opinion and from what I have heard from other applicants and talking to MHC, you will most likely get a TSL for any new location you apply for, but remember you will be placed at the bottom of the TSL date list, extending your wait time to actually get hired. I would really like to switch to Florida as this is my home, but after all of this time, I'm not going to wait another year or two. Law Enforcement is a very large field of opportunities once you get in.

When did you recieve your TSL for SWB?

[OKfemale]

Anybody that had already taken the PFT2, do you use a 4 inch block for the push ups like you use in the PFT1? Thanks for the help!

[TxSol]

Yes, they use a 4inch block/sponge on the pushups on the PFT2. For me it was my biggest challenge. What helped me on my upper body strength training were mountain climbers, burpees, planks and hand release pushups and free weights. I took my Pft2 on 8/29/13. When I first started this process I had no upper body strength, but I dedicated myself in training hard, plus started training with a personal trainer ( a bit pricey) lol!!! But it was well worth it!! Good luck on your upcoming Pft2!!!

[OKfemale]

Yes, they use a 4inch block/sponge on the pushups on the PFT2. For me it was my biggest challenge. What helped me on my upper body strength training were mountain climbers, burpees, planks and hand release pushups and free weights. I took my Pft2 on 8/29/13. When I first started this process I had no upper body strength, but I dedicated myself in training hard, plus started training with a personal trainer ( a bit pricey) lol!!! But it was well worth it!! Good luck on your upcoming Pft2!!!

Thank you for the help! I have been practicing with a 4 inch wooden block I made, but I just wanted to be safe and double check so that I wouldn't get there and be thrown off. When I first started practicing my push ups my form was terrible and that's what made me struggled with them. Once I got my form down they are too bad now. I lift weights and workout regularly, but I have also practiced just doing all different kinds of push ups (decline, hands wide, hands close, etc) and it has really helped. I'm super excited to get this PFT2 over with. I'm tired of worrying about it! Lol