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[Levithane]

BP puts you through an SSBI which is the requirement for a TS, but I don't know if they ever actually issue BP agents a "clearance". DEA will run their own background investigation, a background from DHS won't carry over. If the background was conducted by OPM or DOD (who i believe is doing...

[Levithane]

You have enough experience to apply, and are competitive with veterans preference already. What matters is how you articulate yourself, and how good your communication skills are. Sometimes they're looking for people with LE experience, and sometimes they aren't. Having done background investigations...

[Levithane]

I was finished in under an hour. I arrived early to my interview, filled out the paperwork they wanted, and had the opportunity to meet the recruiting officer in person. Beauonly gave good advice as well. I made sure to be cordial, and ask questions at the end.

[Levithane]

Let me preface and say this whole situation that occurred is bad. There's a lot of things that should have been done in hindsight. I think a reasonable question to ask is when someone points a gun at you guys/has a firearm, how much opportunity do you give them before you discharge rounds?

[Levithane]

I have the same impression, I applied under Schedule B this year. Some people have heard back right away, others interviewed in April for Schedule B and haven't heard a peep.

[Levithane]

I would also bet on that the majority of the public would not comply with a mandatory buy back, or confiscation program.

[Levithane]

@quick_turn

Apply to CBP, BP, BOP, or USSS UD to at least stop your clock.

[Levithane]

beauonly

Yeah theres no rhyme or reason to the process from what I've gathered. They'll contact you when they need to, seen a lot of people on here getting bent out of shape because everyones timeline is varied.

[Levithane]

The only thing I would say about Sig is from what I have seen from numerous forums is that the customer service is hit and miss. Full disclosure I have a Legion 220 and P226 Mk 25 and haven't had to deal with their CS, so I can't provide any experience regarding that. I originally looked at a romeo...

[Levithane]

The previous job thing isn't a huge issue as long as you're upfront about it. The relatives who are illegally here will most likely be what makes you unsuitable. If this was for any other position, and you weren't enforcing immigration laws, depending on your answers it could be adjudicated.

[Levithane]

Friendly advice

Forget you even applied, I'm serious. A lot of what you'll hear from USMS is all over the place in terms of the process. Example: I had in writing that people who fail interviews within 30 days are contacted. About 2 months or so later I speak with HR on the phone, and they...

[Levithane]

I agree, this incident has the possibility of turning into a kangaroo court.

[Levithane]

The procedure they are taking sort of mimics what would happen if a civilian shot someone in self defense, even if they are in the right. All shootings (including self defense) go in front of a Grand Jury in the state of Texas (this is what is taught in CHL courses). Evidence is presented and it is...

[Levithane]

I got an email for it, but I'm just going to do everything through my FO instead. Keep your recruiter in the loop, because I don't think HQ communicates to them about the MAC.

[Levithane]

DEA is supposed to be having another announcement soon. If you want financial crimes look no further than the illegal drug industry/drug trade. Wouldn't rule out USMS tbh, they do their own share of financial work. USMS does a good amount of work related to assest forfeiture....

[Levithane]

If I had to guess, the change is happening because of the USMS personnel situation detailed in the FY report. Since DUSMS are highly trained it makes more sense to utilize them elsewhere. Court security is important, but the routine duties can be handled by Enforcement officers. Witness protection,...

[Levithane]

I thought about it, but the two cities where its being held isn't nearby. For the past month and a half my area is for a lack of a better term furloughed, due to no BI work being assigned by the DOD. As a result no one has been able to get any income, so I'm being a little cautious financially. The...

[Levithane]

Isn't there also a lot less people applying? In the 2 FED orientations I went to this year, neither was filled to capacity. One had a max capacity of 50 (wasn't filled up entirely), the other there were maybe 12 to 15 of us. Granted I understand what I posted is anecdotal.

[Levithane]

quick_turn

Yeah man housing costs were ridiculous. Those clowns in Pecos TX wanted 230,000-253,000 for a 1500 sq foot home. At least in DC you are in a metro area, and in civilization.

[Levithane]

I had a feeling that this was how the process sort of went for USMS. At least this post confirms my theory.