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[Wentwestco]

BPA training is very much respected in the Federal system. Also you get a good, if not great foundation in Spanish. Both of these things are helpful if you wish to move to other Fed LE. Combine that with a degree in a desired area and you become very competitive for a Special Agent position (1811)....

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A drone delivery service! Money to be made!

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Too bad FLETC Express doesn’t sell stock!...

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Englewood is a good place to work. It isn’t much of a homestead joint anymore due to the high cost of housing. It is located in a great area, and being on the southwestern edge of the metro area, near the mountains; close by housing is expensive.
If you want to stay in the BOP long term...

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Call FCI Englewood or Florence HR. They might be able to help you regarding staying in Colorado.

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I noticed that the BOP upgraded the possibilities for hiring on at higher pay in hard to fill locations. I believe it’s on Sallyport. So, although rare, it is now being done in certain places. That is for entry CO.

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Check out. www.specialagents.org. A great resource for 1811 hiring....

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Typically, there will be no promotion until you have completed your probation. That is one year. Is it a rewarding career? Depends on you, it can be; but again, that also depends on your needs. BOP is very hidebound, slow and remember: BOP stands for backwards on purpose! This is a great entry job,...

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The BOP is very stingy with pay compared to other Federal LE. That said, most are hired at GL5, you are fortunate to be offered GL7. Where I am, Bachelors and even Master Degrees are common for everyday working COs. GL8 is the highest you can go as an Officer, that is competitive. All that said,...