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  • futureCbpo1982
    Forum Member
    • Sep 2017
    • 1

    Does anyone here work up north? I got picked up for International Falls, MN, I prefer the cold over the heat and the cost of living up there seems really cheap.

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    • ES90
      ES90 commented
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      If we ever get back to FLETC I'll be in Vermont, that count as up north? You got lucky, northern border ports are few and far between these days. I swear half my class in going to San Yasidro LOL.

    • fathitman
      fathitman commented
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      Luckily I got Blaine since it seems to be a bigger northern port. Expensive to live up there but ya got to deal with it I guess.

      One of the other officers from my current agency got SY as well.

      Is FLETC closed right now because of the hurricane?

    • futureCbpo1982
      futureCbpo1982 commented
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      Well I got picked up as a GS9, I don't know if that makes a difference or not, it was different post than the GS 5-7 one, although im waiting on my poly to be scheduled, so who knows when Ill finally make it up there

    • keifehr
      keifehr commented
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      I picked Blaine, WA as it is the closes one so far that i can work at. I wish Seattle will come up on the next announcement.
      fathitman are you awaiting FLETC?
      I just had my SI today in Seattle then they did a fingerprint after the interview. Is the fingerprint a good sign that i pass or is it a standard procedure?
      Last edited by keifehr; 09-19-2017, 04:15 PM.
  • Second2None
    Forum Member
    • Sep 2017
    • 9

    Disman

    i failed the step test part I went 2:58 and I messed up the cadence so bad I just stopped. And they send it 6 weeks after you send the request saying you would like another try.

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    • disman
      Forum Member
      • Sep 2017
      • 8

      I had LASIK surgery for my eyes, I'm wondering if I'll be asked for more info on it? I know that normally when you have a condition you're asked for extra review on that issue (such as seeing a specialist), will it be the same for this?

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      • ES90
        ES90 commented
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        When I asked I was told if you get Lasik you can't accept the offer until 6 months after surgery date and you should re-apply. Something about making sure it heals, don't want to get OC'd etc. Once you get in it doesn't matter as I understand.

      • Sselmi
        Sselmi commented
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        It's actually not a automatic DQ if you get lasik. I have applied to multiple agencies and I'm almost finished with most of them and I have had lasik done. They would have DQ me a long time ago if it wasn't acceptable. Keep your head up if they ask for more information just hand it to them

      • disman
        disman commented
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        The surgery was actually over 3 years ago so the time frame shouldn't be a problem.

      • Pmgrad08
        Pmgrad08 commented
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        I didn't have eye surgery but I did have back surgery two years ago; my record stated; "Restrictions discussed with Patient" for that reason additional documentation was required to lift the restrictions. THANKFULLY, my surgeon is writing a letter to lift my restrictions my medical is pending due to this I will let you know what the turn out is
    • GarrettFaulks
      Forum Member
      • Sep 2017
      • 6

      I am on Deferment for CBP right now due to my wedding. Can anybody give me a little insight. Was it a good idea. Will that spot be there when I come off deferment? They say I will get another offer but can't say when unless there is a spot avial

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      • merlin436
        Forum Member
        • Mar 2005
        • 3232

        Originally posted by GarrettFaulks
        I am on Deferment for CBP right now due to my wedding. Can anybody give me a little insight. Was it a good idea. Will that spot be there when I come off deferment? They say I will get another offer but can't say when unless there is a spot avial
        What port?

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        • GarrettFaulks
          GarrettFaulks commented
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          Richford, VT. There was five spots last time I talked to them and that was about 3 weeks ago.

        • merlin436
          merlin436 commented
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          It might be an issue. Richford isn't that big of a port...maybe 40-45 people.

          You might have to wait...or be flexible enough to go elsewhere.
      • Sselmi
        Forum Member
        • Jul 2017
        • 4

        Deleted for reasons
        Last edited by Sselmi; 09-17-2017, 08:04 PM. Reason: Deleted

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        • fathitman
          fathitman commented
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          If the examiner fails you then you are most likely getting a failed score from QC. The only thing QC is used for is to look at people who pass and see if they want to retest you.

          Sadly they most likely won't request a second one if the examiner already gave you a failing score.

        • Sselmi
          Sselmi commented
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          Yeah okay homie
          Last edited by Sselmi; 09-17-2017, 08:05 PM.
      • doe8
        Forum Member
        • Jan 2017
        • 37

        My poly IS third party, not sure why though.

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        • CBPOSanY
          CBPOSanY commented
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          A lot of the BI investigators are also third party. No big deal really.
      • Bassboy
        Forum Member
        • Nov 2013
        • 58

        Poly today in a few minutes.. Wish me luck. Will update when done..

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        • Pmgrad08
          Pmgrad08 commented
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          Prayers and remember to relax

        • GD1R90
          GD1R90 commented
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          Good luck!
      • CBPOSanY
        CBPOSanY
        • Sep 2017
        • 6

        Spoke with FLETC this morning and today is the staff's first day back since Hurricane Irma. I was told my academy, class 434, which begins November 9, could be delayed until December. They aren't sure yet though.

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        • OrangeStuff
          OrangeStuff commented
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          Huh I'm in class 433 starts Nov 2nd and haven't heard anything... I wonder if i could get pushed back too. That would be one long pre-academy.

        • fathitman
          fathitman commented
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          This is common for the FLETC getting pushed back.

          My prior agency I worked for them for 7 months before going to GLYNCO due to the shutdown that happened right before I got hired.

          Well at least you will get plenty of time to learn the stuff at pre-academy and probation should still be passing by as the time goes on.

        • OrangeStuff
          OrangeStuff commented
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          Wait so if we stay in pre-academy longer it will make probation shorter? I like the sound of that.

        • Acenall
          Acenall commented
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          I was wondering if you have found out about your class being pushed back?
          Im in the process now and I'm trying to get an idea of a time frame for when my academy could be.
      • tlouisiana
        Forum Member
        • Jul 2017
        • 2

        About a month ago I went take my poly. I was told that I was having trouble with the serious crime question. Never got in trouble before. The examiner told me that I might have to retest but it is up to QC. I still haven't received my poly results but today I received a call to go do my drug screen tomorrow. I don't know what to think because I never got my poly results back. Anyone had this experience before ?

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        • Sselmi
          Sselmi commented
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          Most likely it's retest because they wouldn't have scheduled the drug test. Remember no news is good news is what I learned from applying to Leo positions and federal agencies, just hurry up and wait

        • tlouisiana
          tlouisiana commented
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          Well I still never heard anything back about my poly but I took and passed my drug screen. So now I just wait.

        • HopefulBP
          HopefulBP commented
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          Did you ever get a call for a retest? Or are you still waiting?

        • tlouisiana
          tlouisiana commented
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          I am still waiting. It’s been a month and one week since my poly and I still haven’t heard anything. What is your timelime looking like?
      • HopefulBP
        Forum Member
        • Feb 2011
        • 64

        Got my scheduled for the 25th of this month in San Diego. 17-6 applicant, anyone else going in that day.

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        • OrangeStuff
          OrangeStuff commented
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          You EOD next week? I have not received the email yet with the schedule yet is it 700 to 1600? I also EOD the same at San Ysidro.
          Last edited by OrangeStuff; 09-18-2017, 02:28 PM.

        • MoodMuzik
          MoodMuzik commented
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          I EOD on the 25th at San Ysidro. 17-5 applicant.

        • Capt_Falco
          Capt_Falco commented
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          How long has it taken between poly and getting EOD? I just passed my poly on the 20th so playing the waiting game again

        • MoodMuzik
          MoodMuzik commented
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          Capt_Falco I took my poly in July got the call in late August
      • GD1R90
        Forum Member
        • Sep 2017
        • 17

        On the CBP CASS for both BI and SI it says "Not applicable" for me. Does it say this for anyone else? I applied to 2 announcements, 17-9 Direct hire and 17-9 (None direct). This only appears under the direct hire application ID.

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        • Evolution81
          Evolution81 commented
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          i applied under 17 10 direct hire and its normal for me i do not see any N/A of any form..i applied for the 9
      • Warsloth
        Forum Member
        • Sep 2017
        • 1

        I have a question about the medical portion of my applications. I have applications in for both CBPO and BPA, my VA doctor claimed I couldn't do some of the things required for the positions because he grossly misinterpreted the activity descriptions. I'm assuming that the medical review for both positions will come back negatively because of what he had to say. Is there an appeal process that would allow me to have a second opinion? I've passed my PFT's, SI's, the backgrounds will be completed soon and there shouldn't be any problem with those because I currently have a clearance. I'm just a little freaked out about how the medical review will come back, any advice?

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        • keifehr
          Forum Member
          • Feb 2013
          • 26

          Hi guys, just need some feedback if you can kindly comment. For those who had their SI done.

          i just had my SI and after the interview they had me do fingerprint. Is that a good sign for passing or its standard procedure?
          i thought i did good during the interview.

          Thanks
          Last edited by keifehr; 09-19-2017, 05:34 PM.

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          • Mac1186
            Mac1186 commented
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            When I went to my SI 3 weeks ago I was fingerprinted and then went to the SI portion. I did the interview on a Thursday and received my passing results on the following Monday.

          • keifehr
            keifehr commented
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            I got my SI result within 24hours after my interview. that was a bit faster than i was expecting.

          • HopefulBP
            HopefulBP commented
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            keifehr have you gotten your poly yet?

          • keifehr
            keifehr commented
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            HopefulBP still waiting for my Poly.
            Have you started your EOD in San diego? How is it so far? what they have you do? and what is the uniform/Dress code?
        • county25
          Forum Member
          • Nov 2014
          • 3

          Originally posted by keifehr
          Hi guys, just need some feedback if you can kindly comment. For those who had their SI done.

          i just had my SI and after the interview they had me do fingerprint. Is that a good sign for passing or its standard procedure?
          i thought i did good during the interview.

          Thanks
          Fingerprints are standard procedure at the structured interview, if staffing/time allows for it. Your interview will be reviewed by the hiring center and a pass or fail will be given in a notice of results email and your CASS will be updated.

          They collect fingerprints at the SI, so if you move forward, then the background investigator has them.

          Good luck in your process moving forward! Which region did you apply to?

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          • keifehr
            keifehr commented
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            24 hours after my SI, I got an email from the hiring center that i passed the SI. Polygraph is next i guess. How long is the poly last? is it divided into 3 phases?
            Last edited by keifehr; 09-20-2017, 05:03 PM.

          • county25
            county25 commented
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            Glad to hear you passed. I applied to 17-8 and in the same part of the process as you. Waiting to hear from a background investigator/polygraph. I also applied to Blaine, WA. Currently in Ohio, though.

            I've heard mixed info. regarding the polygraph, and it truly depends on the person administering the test. I've had several polygraphs in the past (none for feds) and I did fine. The biggest thing is to not overthink, be upfront about everything, hopefully you added many details to your background packet explaining anything and everything. Polygraph will be anywhere from 2 hours to 6 hours with a break/lunch...if it goes on all day.

            At my SI they did my fingerprints first, then did my interview. Everyone there was super informative but "aren't allowed" or supposed to tell a person if they passed or not, since that comes down to the hiring center, but some SI adminiatrators may "hint" on how a person did, in their opinion.

            If things go well for both of us, maybe I will see you in Blaine or FLETC. Best of luck!

          • keifehr
            keifehr commented
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            county25 that is good to know about the Poly. SEems like the process is moving a bit faster than they used to be.
            Are you still waiting for your POLY scheduled?
            Yes indeed, Hope to see you there.

          • county25
            county25 commented
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            Yep. Still waiting. Been a couple weeks.

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