CBP officer

[standtheman]

Hello guys, I have a question for those who also applying for BPO. does entrance test similar to CPBO or just logical reasoning ?

[Hopejoy]

https://www.cbp.gov/careers/car/study-guides

[bonds525]

BPO is 40 questions, short story read and answer the ? Pertaining to the story, it’s tricky so you have to take your time and take notes.

[standtheman]

bonds525 so is more complicate than CPBO entrance exam >?

[bonds525]

It’s not complicated if you take your time to read the ? Multiple times and take notes

[MrAce]

So what does everyone currently do for work? I do Corporate Security.

[rergang3]

hospital security

[Jr90037]

Probation officer.

[Talonderiel]

MrAce , Hospital Security and Navy Reserves.

[JDalhoff]

Quality control at Ford Motor Company

[fonzi7979]

Retail/Sales

[Turboboigti]

How are you guys? I am new here.
19-6
Applied in the beginning of March, took SI mid April.
Now been sitting for almost a month at 50% waiting for Poly.

[zaad]

Im 19-7 been at 50% for 3 weeks now any news on poly?

[fonzi7979]

Turboboigti congrats for moving quickly I’m in the same boat but I applied back in Nov 2018 just finished my SI last month sitting at 50% on my CASS. What port are you applying for?

[corsair]

Use the "comment" button for the second time

[Turboboigti]

Hey, i have picked EWR Newark NJ, but will take JFK if offered.

[raudy06]

corsair I already tried to tell him/her that.

[txm44]

Anyone know how long the fitness test is good for? Thanks

[Hal29]

Usually one year or as long as your application is in process.

[Hopejoy]

How long is the PFT-1 result valid?
A PFT-1 Pass result is valid for one year, or as long as a candidate's selection for the position remains active. If a candidate receives a PFT-1 Fail result, the candidate can reapply and be afforded another opportunity to complete the PFT-1 upon selection.

Source: Official CBP website.

[txm44]

Got it. Yeah I’m at 13 months and applied for a gs 9 position got it and everything carried over but the fitness which sucks but is what it is.

[Hopejoy]

You have taken it before and passed, you should be ok. Worth the time.

[12gang12]

Started the process in Feb 2019. Medical QPip Fitness 1 SI and all completed but my progress is staggered at 13% ??
Just passed my SI yesterday

[MrAce]

What’s everyone’s backup plan is CBP doesn’t work out or takes 20 more years to move onto the next step? I’ve been looking a possibly BOP (Bureau of Prisons) just to get some LE experience under my belt... posting for BOP closes at the end of the summer.

[Camelbak]

CBP is my backup plan. I'm also going through the hiring process with the Marshals. After my medical next week, I'll be at the same point in both processes, waiting for my background to clear. CBP is great and all, but there is no way I'm going to pass a chance to work for the Marshals.

BOP isn't bad if you just want to get your foot into the door. I started at BOP.

[Talonderiel]

I'm currently in the hiring process with a Local PD to me... They will sponsor through the academy and have a reputation of working 4x harder than most departments. So 2 years with them would be like 8 at a slower department.

So should make my next application, if it swings that way this time, look amazing :P

[Yongky Sunyoto]

so i need advice, my medical clearance required me to submit additional info, i uses glasses which i can find eye doctor to check how much is my eye sight, but the other one is asthma, any idea what kind of doctor i need to seek out?
im in nyc in case anyone had recommendation for doctor

[David1984]

Yongky Sunyoto I would say a pulmonologist. Just google that and the area you stay and go from there. I would do that as soon as possible because it takes approximately an extra month to review the additional paper work.

[Yongky Sunyoto]

dang i just check it, it gonna cost me up to 800 bucks for checking it

[Evolution81]

i had to pay 400 for a leo psych eval+ 20 bucks for all my med paperwork...it was worth it because i start this month...ask yourself is it worth spending the $$ for 75k + in the near future...i think it is

[Hopejoy]

Could you have your Physician refer you and use your insurance?

[Scrappydoo]

Anybody have a EOD of June 28th with academy starting on July 15th and going to Nogales?

[MrAce]

[Evolution81]

You're a peasant until you reach 63%...LOL

[corsair]

I've decided you don't matter until you pass Poly everyone else is just a commoner - that being said back to being a peasant.

[fonzi7979]

MrACe you couldn’t have said better than that

[CGK0311]

Finally got the call today guys. EOD Aug 19th, academy Sept 4-Jan 16th. International Falls MN.
Good luck to everyone still in the process.

[pnw360]

Congrats!

International Falls in January will be fun

[JDalhoff]

I eod aug 30th academy sept 17-Jan 31st Grand Portage MN

[TheChicagoKid1990]

Cleared my Drug and Background for BPA still waiting for CBP to update it!!! Anyone got a number or email I should call to follow up?

[Hopejoy]

If you already accepted the final offer for BPA they may not update CASS for another position...just a thought.

[TheChicagoKid1990]

Just be honest and consistent.

Yea that’s my worry. I emailed them and called and nothing yet.

[radsavage]

@TheChicagoKid1990 did you do your polygraph in chicago too?

[TheChicagoKid1990]

Yea in February

[Jr90037]

Question do you know what the background consists of I’m finish with everything l applied for a direct hire I’m probation officer l just re submitted my eqip .. l know they check credit n go to ur job do they check like bank accounts too

[javi87]

19-2 here. Just a quick update:

I resubmitted my eQIP 5 weeks ago (April 5th). CBP Hiring Center submitted my background investigation packet to the Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR) for higher level review. Still haven’t heard of an update or anything.

how long does it usually take to hear something back from your case manager? My CASS is at 50% with a blue “i” and in progress on both background investigation and drug and 3 days and pending for polygraph and final offer.

[corsair]

You aren't going to hear back from your case manager. Normal - anywhere from few weeks to a year for you to be scheduled for your polygraph. No i'm not kidding, I wish I was.

[fonzi7979]

javi87 congrats join the club I’m in same boat as you 19-2 just waiting for my poly exam. Which port are you applying for ?

[javi87]

fonzi7979 I’m going for LAX. You?