CBP officer

[assembly-jef]

18-3
finally got the call for the poly!!

[Coderedpl]

For those who took the PFT at JFK, can you tell me if this is what they used for the step test?

https://youtu.be/G-QMnKP_Mbk

It's essentially what I've been practicing nonstop

[Albax0385]

When is your PFT ?

[Coderedpl]

Albax0385 It was today.

[Albax0385]

Oh great, mine is today at JFK

[Coderedpl]

Albax0385 that's where mine was, wasn't hard. Waited over an hour even though I had an appointment

[BenGrynsztajn]

For those who took the PFT at JFK, can you tell me if this is what they used for the step test?

https://youtu.be/G-QMnKP_Mbk

It's essentially what I've been practicing nonstop

Yep, that’s the audio used during the PFT

[Coderedpl]

Thank you.

[dalan]

Your BI pending or in progress?

[David1984]

Hi folks, I was 63% on CASS and I had to recertify my e-qip so it dropped back to 50%. After I submitted it and it got released to OPR it went back again 63% and then today it dropped back to 50% and my e-qip says in progress. I haven’t received and emails or anything lately.

So my question is, is that normal? Has anyone experienced this? Thank you in advance

[obek-kobe17]

CASS is too slow!! 3 weeks waiting for Clear Medical and Physical. No prior surgeries, no hearing problem, no vision problem. Physical Completed in like 15 minutes at the Facility.

Does anyone know how much they take normally to clear this off?

[dalan]

Usually within a day. I remember after medical the doctor said he'll submit the paperwork same day. Mine clear within a day. Same with the physical

[BenGrynsztajn]

My medical took over a month to clear

[Albax0385]

I guess it depends who's desk you're case ends up (someone here said that to me before) and it's very true, I took my Medical the 29th and got the green check mark today, one week.

[BenGrynsztajn]

Albax0385 that would be me lol.

[klocklear86]

18-6 DH/19-2 Regular GS9....background finally cleared and I got the call to schedule the drug test. Really trying to staying in the South East Region. Hopeing for Atlanta or possibly Dulles which was my original bid. Been in the process since April 2018

[V_AntCBP]

Congrats, the end of tunnel is closing in for you bro .... What was your BI journey? How long since poly did you meet with BI? and how long after you met him, your background cleared? thank you klocklear86

[HillbillyKY]

If Dulles is not offered, but Memphis, TN is still offered I am willing to switch. I am at FLETC now and don’t graduate until NOV.

[MrAce]

18-9, waiting for Poly. Hard to believe it’s been a year since the SI... I sent an email out just for the hell of it, even tho I know it probably won’t do anything. Sent it out early last week, still no response yet. Is there a better place to direct my emails to? I live in the Northeast.

[MrAce]

Recruiters no help either, although I do appreciate how fast they responded...

[BowMan2006]

It sucks a few of my friends are close to where you are wait wise. They just laugh about it now and say pretend like you didnt apply.

[V_AntCBP]

been there done that brother, I used to emailed them every week for like 30 weeks, every time I always got the generic response. unfortunately, there is nothing else you can do about, I know its frustrating not to know the answers, just hang in there, our time will come. MrAce

[fonzi7979]

Well I reached out to a recruiter and I received a quick response. Let’s see if they are able stir up the pot. I guess we shall see. Good luck to all waiting for their poly to be scheduled for North East: I’m in the same boat and waiting as patiently as I can. I leave to the big man above he will steer you in the right direction.

[David1984]

Sorry for the double post. I was 63% on CASS and I had to recertify my e-qip so it dropped back to 50%. After I submitted it and it got released to OPR it went back again 63% and then today it dropped back to 50% and my e-qip says in progress. I haven’t received and emails or anything lately.

So my question is, is that normal? Has anyone experienced this? Thank you in advance

[Hal29]

Yes it is normal. They are looking over your equip.

[Tropictac]

It happened to me, I had to clarify information and sometimes I received phone calls asking for more information.

[JimmyW777]

Finally got the schedule for drug test tomorrow. Next up the call...

[V_AntCBP]

Nice, congrats man....

[fort1978]

Nice buddy hopefully I'm not too far off

[dominicano]

SI and fingerprints completed today!! Thursday I have the fitness exam and then to join the waiting game for the poly

[Albax0385]

CASS finally on 13% , Medical got green check mark today (1 week), and received an email that my Equip was sent to OPR, ready to hurry up and wait!

[standtheman]

nice. you are close to the waiting game

[Keee562]

Original Announcement 18-12 GS9
Reapplied to Announcement 19-6 GS-9
Appiled: March 2019
Fitness Exam: Completed September 2018
Euip Sent to OPR: April 2019
Medical Exam: Completed May 2019
Structured Interview: Completed September 2018
Polygraph:8/6/2019-Verbal pass
Background Investigation(In Progress)
Drug TestIn (Progress)
Final Offer(Pending)

[dalan]

Congrats on passing! I'm 19-6 also

[Tropictac]

Same as you, I met the investigator in June and another one went back home three weeks ago. It's a waiting game now!

[Keee562]

How long does it take QC to review the polygraph and to show complete on CASS

[SPX]

19-2... Still waiting to be scheduled for a polygraph.

[Reesesh]

anyone with FLETC experience knows what to pack for the academy? I know my boots and 2 pairs of running shoes, but what as far as clothes? I'm going to be at FLETC Aug 23 it is going to be hot but I know I'm going to be there during the winter months. Do we just wear uniforms during the week and only need weekend clothes?

[ChrisQuirolo]

After classes let out. You can wear whatever you want. Jeans, shorts, sweats, whatever. Just be professional, remember CBP isn't the only agency their. Many other local, state, and federal agencies use the training center. I saw a lot of people in jeans and t-shirts. And others on the way to the beach with tank-tops and shorts.
Tons of good info here. https://www.fletc.gov/glynco-georgia
and in the FLETC handbook https://www.fletc.gov/sites/default/..._4-11-2019.pdf

[Reesesh]

JonRob ChrisQuirolo thanks fellas. What about the holidays? Do we get to go home or leave base?

[Talonderiel]

Some good questions here.... I get the joy of figuring out military reserve weekends while in the Academy too. :P

[boconnor]

First day is business apparel. Dress like you are going to an interview. Bring bug spray. That and be prepared to have black and white undershirts. When I was there we were told one color for the whole class and the decision was made for us

[NGUChris]

For those who were offered locations, were any not on the list on the the hiring page?

• Southern Border: Douglas, Lukeville, Nogales and San Luis, AZ; Andrade, Calexico, Otay Mesa, CA; Columbus and Santa Teresa, NM; El Paso and Presidio, TX.
• Other than Southern Border:Anchorage, AK; Los Angeles and San Francisco, CA; Chicago, IL; Calais, Coburn Gore, Fort Fairfield and Jackman, ME; Baltimore, MD; Boston, MA; Detroit, Port Huron and Sault Sainte Marie, MI; Minneapolis, MN; Saipan, MP; Alexandria Bay, Buffalo, and Queens, NY; Dunseith, Pembina and Portal, ND; Philadelphia, PA; Derby Line, VT; Blaine, Frontier and Point Roberts, WA.

Anyone have opinions about Otay Mesa CA or Blaine WA?

[Gooby77]

Damn I really hope Buffalo is still available when I get the call, still waiting on contact for my BI