Hey guys! This may have been asked previously, if it was I couldn’t find it. So I apologize.

In TV shows/Movies often you see the individuals working in operation centers relaying info back to agents on the ground. I’m currently in school getting a BA in Information systems and was wondering, if this role exists in the 1811 world? If so is it as an agent or something else? I’m tech savvy and dream of such a position! Any guidance would be appreciated!

Daughter is headed to FLETC in GA - what do people who have been there suggest as a “care package” to get her through with some comforts from home, especially during winter and the holidays?

Final got an email back from the Oct. announcement. Any idea how long the rest of this takes?

I’m not sure who I would ask at either agency, maybe some of you could help.

Current 1811 with over a year of federal time. I’ll be transferring to a different agency soon. All the while, I’ll have my first child soon. Will I have to work at the new agency for a year to get the 3 months paternity leave or does overall federal time count? I will not have a break in service.

Thank you!

I’m seeking more information about how the Pre-FLETC Physical Efficiency Battery (PEB) is conducted. Specifically, I’d like to know: • Is the 1.5-mile run conducted on a track or treadmill? • What are the consequences of failing the Pre-FLETC PEB?

I’m confident in my physical ability to pass the PEB. However, I’m nervous about the prospect of leaving a stable, permanent job for this opportunity, as failing the Pre-FLETC PEB would leave me without a position. Any clarity on this process would be greatly appreciated.

This event takes place today (online): https://www.usajobs.gov/Notification/Events#TR933990 for those of you that would like to translate their private sector experience into tailoring it to a federal resume. It could be helpful, I never attended one of these myself but heard from colleagues they are helpful. Good luck applicants.

There is also this one taking place tomorrow as well hosted by USDA: https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/77691aa9-3b2c-4abf-8618-0e509f242b98@ed5b36e7-01ee-4ebc-867e-e03cfa0d4697

I have heard wonderful things about the VA OIG...anyone care to chime in? Good? Bad? Indifferent? Any information is appreciated. Thanks!

Background: 32 y/o M. Served 10 years as an LEO

Education: Bachelors in Homeland Security & Masters in Public Administration

Timeline:

• Applied 8/2023

• Schedule interview 8/24/23

• Virtual interview 8/24/23

• Conditional offer of employment 8/28/23

• PFT/ Medical/ Poly/Psych 9/2023

• Got a call asking if I was still interested

(of course right) 11/4/24

• Resubmitted conditional offer 11/4/24

• Background started 11/12/24

FLETC - 01/6/25

EOD - 12/16/24

The CALL 12/2/24

The clocked has stopped! I would like to thank everyone that I have encountered (via DM or threads) who gave me advice, whether it be for USCP, USSS, FBI, NCIS, or any other agency. It doesn’t go unnoticed!

Now time it’s time for me to find a decent place to live at in the DMV area.

Edit: EOD date

I am tossing around the idea of applying for the Criminal investigator (special agent) role for the USSS and was wondering with no prior experience in LE should I just apply to the special agent role? There are several options on usajobs for HAMMER and CAT. Could I apply to those? Thanks

Currently a crew chief in the army and looking to get out in the next couple years. I’ve brushed shoulders with DEA and FBI air wings in the past but never had time to have discussions. Out side of pilots do either of the agencies have full time flying positions?

Anyone applied to the USSS more than 2x and passed on the 3rd try? I so far got BQA 2 years ago on a security interview, then got BQA last year on the last step in the background investigation, and when I got my FOIA, I realized there was an accident and applied again, and now I’m waiting for my super/pat. I’m in a much better-paying job now, but the USSS is what I see myself doing for the rest of my life. Any help or tips would be appreciated. Do you think they are judging me and saying, “Oh, this kid again,” or do you think they don’t care?

Hey y’all hope you guys had a great thanksgiving weekend! So my situation that maybe y’all can give me advice on…let’s say I passed all the processes for BPA (border patrol agent) and DS (department of state) SA and just waiting for background checks to finish up. As a recent college graduate for whom this will be my first full time LE job…which position would you guys say is better suited for me? Is there a particular job that’s better than the other when it comes to job training, advancement, co-workers, quality of life, etc? I know both jobs are TECHNICALLY not 1811, but this felt like the best forum to ask about this as an aspiring 1811, so apologies in advance!

Greetings,

I recently applied for the position of Detention Officer at Akima in Puerto Rico.They told me they mostly do escorts, transportation and custody of immigrants for up to 72 hours. Working directly with ICE/DHS. I am currently an 11B in the National Guard. Is the job flexible with military drills? how is pay? what is the job really like? could I use it as a stepping stone for other federal agencies or perhaps move into ICE as an ERO?

Thanks and I’ll appreciate any feedbacks!

Had my phase 2 diversion investigator test at pearson today. Got to the front of the line AANNND my name wasn't on the list. Emailed dea hr and they said this....

I had no way of knowing if I was on the list or not. Oh well onto the next.

does anyone have any insight on this job? new postings today, seems like since it’s an 0083 SA position and recently changing there is not a lot of info out there.

in their recruiting videos they say “we’re like USSS but for the legislative branch” how true is that? pros & cons? if i’m looking to join as a step closer to the actual 1811 SA spot i want is there any catches? I.E. 2 year contracts? Thanks guys.

I’m looking for some advice and opinions. I have a pretty big decision to make soon and I’m still not sure what to do. I received an EOD date in January for CBP for my dream location in Florida. I also recently completed all hiring steps for ICE ERO and am pending final offer. I’m pretty sure ERO is not going to offer Florida, and if they do it will be Miami which I am not interested in. The field office preference I chose on the ERO location was NYC. I am from NY but have been looking to get out for a while to Florida. I have some family in Florida and like Florida a lot better than NY. I have family in NY I am close with as well. I’m torn on what to do. I know an ERO offer will be coming relatively soon and they are going to offer NYC. Based on some research of the jobs I’ve done, ERO absolutely interests me more. It’s just I don’t know if I want to continue living in New York.

I just wanted to get some outside opinions. I still have time to think this through and make a final decision which is good, so this doesn’t need to be a spur of the moment decision. I would greatly appreciate insight about the jobs, locations, and opinions on simply what I should do. Thank you in advance.

I was in FLETC a little bit ago and while I was there, I met a guy who apparently worked for HSI but as a 0083 (I think) and they go through UPTP. I’d never heard of this position before and I completely forgot what he said it was, and I never heard about it since. It wasn’t a force protection position either, it was more like assisting the 1811s. Would you guys happen to know what it is? Is it 6C covered? And what do you even do? Thanks dudes!

I’m thinking about submitting an application but I was wondering what is considered for professional work experience? I graduated and started working in august but I also did 4 years in the military, would that satisfy the 2 years?

I've heard that many of these types of agencies (Forest Service, National Park, ect..) usually promote from within for their 1811 positions. Is it safe to assume NOAA does the same?

Thanks

Still waiting on a COL for the 11/23 announcement. Im on east coast and have heard nothing since July. Has anyone received anything? **** just got mine this AM.

Hi - just got my email with dates for the apat. I am unable to attend either of the dates they offered me, but I am not sure what to say in response to the email, will they offer me other dates?

Any advice is helpful, very new to this and want to make a good impression

Younger guy here looking for some advice. I just turned 23. I graduated early from college and received a scholarship to go to law school. I went to law school because it allowed me to stay involved in my younger siblings lives for a few more years before pulling away, while getting a JD for low cost. I was a student athlete in college and really like being a part of a team with a good mission. I strongly dislike law school and I don’t want to be a lawyer. My goal is to become an 1811. Graduating in May and looking for work.

I have no real work experience, just internships. Spent a summer with JAGs and realized that was not for me. I watched a service member on trial facing life in prison and was thinking, that guy deserves a lawyer who really wants to be there. I also interned with a defense contractor and an IT consulting firm. I also spent summers as a construction worker and landscaper. Also worked with my school’s student court investigating student misconduct.

I have sought out a few 1811’s in my area and they have told me I need full time work experience to be competitive. I am young enough to walk away from my law degree and do something else, I’m not married to it. Worth it to grind out a couple years as a lawyer before applying to 1811 jobs? Or best to cut my losses and go to the military or local PD? If it makes sense to suck it up and get some work experience as an attorney, what are the best areas to go at the entry level? I went to a low-tier law school and have mediocre grades, would be tough for me to get to a firm. Did my undergrad in supply chain/infosec and have a couple cyber certs.

I used the search bar on the thread to ascertain the type of legal jobs attorneys->1811’s do. A lot of posts on the choice to go to law school, or lawyer->1811’s seeking to combine their law degree and 1811 work. I didn’t come across much advice for recent law school grads. Seems like the most discussed legal job from attorney->1811 is a prosecutor. If anyone could provide some more guidance I would really appreciate it.

8/22/24 - Applied

11/18/24 - "This position will not be filled at this time and no selections were made."

:)

I have my phase 2 interview in a few weeks. Is clean shaven the standard or were there some males with groomed scruff? I have a short groomed beard currently and was debating if I need to shave it.

New Federal Air Marshals job announcement that’s open to the public:

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/821407600?fromemail=true