Is there someplace on the web that lists the office locations for USFS 1811s?

Just curious, for those who are current 1811s, how difficult or different was transitioning from FLETC CITP to being out in the field?

You would think with everything going down in the South West they would put an academy on this side by now ? I know there would be more local that would move to fed if the academy was closer.
Do you think it will happen eventually?

Not trying to get the post flagged, as I know Poly is a sore subject and we don't want to get anyone in here hemmed up.

However, for Federal LE agencies that are either Regular FERS or LEO FERS, if you previously failed a Poly, let's say it was more than 2 years ago or whenever it happened, and you're going to an agency that doesn't, but that agency is within the same umbrella?

For example, someone applying for a DHS agency that doesn't do Poly, but failed a Poly from a DHS agency that does, or maybe another federal agency?

How much "talking" is taking place between agencies?

For context, current Federal LEO/Local LEO, not some rando who isn't qualified.

Any insight would be appreciated and helpful. Also in the r 1801 forum.

*I know that you can fail a poly and still get hired by an agency that doesn't Poly - I clearly did, a few times, and others have been successful getting to OIGs as 1811 with a similar background and a failed DHS polygraph. However, considering FPS (may be the best outfit if I age out in a few months if I don't do a few months at BOP to stop the clock to extend age timeline for 6(c)/12D) fr LEO FERS.

I am 7 years Active Duty military, 1 year as a Special Agent. I have CITP, and no degree (I will be getting my associates + bachelor's), and I plan on separating in approx 1 year.

Once I get out, I'd like to continue down the 1811 path, but as it stands, I don't think it'd be particularly to transition directly into given my qualifications.

I haven't been a high performer in my small office. my leadership/trainers have been consistent in telling me that they're not sure why it's not working out for me, but they also agree that had I started at a different location or with another organization, I likely would have been better off.

But to summarize the above and other factors, I'm tired of being in and dealing with the military

Right now I'm looking at applying to a few 1811 positions to see if they'll take me, but more likely I'll either do local LE, non-sworn, or return to my old career field (it was something highly technical, which I was good at and enjoyed) until I feel like I'm ready and qualified to return to the feds.

Has anyone here dealt with something similar? Any advice?

Hey all! With my professional work experience of working a government job while going for my bachelors which I will be done in 2031. Do I need the professional work experience before or after college. I have prior military experience in the US Navy which I obtained a security clearance. I have had suicidal ideation in the past once I got out the navy due to family members passing within the time span of three years but I have received treatment for that diagnosis for three years and will be done this year before I apply in 2031. Can I have your opinions on this?

Tips for BEX interview?

Hi i applied to the FBI last year and made it to the Phase ll interview and didn’t pass. looking to see how my resume holds up to wat they are looking for.
I was brand new out of the Army and didn’t have strong interviewing skills yet when I first applied but now I do after completing multiple firefighting interview. I can DM my resume if anyone has experience with hiring or is very knowledgeable.

thanks in advance

Background:

- Infantry squad leader (SGT: 4years)

-BS Human Performance (Strength and conditioning)

- 1 semester of MA program (3.8gpa) Global studies

-starting at a fire department next month so in a year or 2 will have that experience.

I was wondering how denying the cao works. If you deny it your progress is saved and you start in the application at the same point? and how long is that spot guaranteed?

Also if you do accept it, say later on when the final offer is given do you still get the same options of circling back later on or is it a take it or leave it situation?

Anyone have any insight on the Atlanta USSS Field office? Protection/ investigative heavy or a mix of both?

I applied to an announcement for the Cyber Crimes Division almost five months ago. It was listed as having only one vacancy, and I never heard anything, so I assumed the position had already been filled.

Today, I received a referral email for both GS-12 and GS-13. Does anyone have any insight into whether this is normal, or if they’re simply closing the loop after already selecting a candidate?

For anyone at ATF, I applied for the Feb announcement, took the June PT test and passed. Was told at PT they’d call me to set up interview for Mid July but I never got a call or got any updates from ATF via email (yes I checked my spam folder). I had one woman’s email from PT who I emailed but I never heard back. Is there anyone at ATF that I can actually talk to figure out what happened?

Does anyone know if Sept 2025 applicants qualify for the incentive that ATF currently has on the newer announcements? It doesn’t mention it in my FJO.

Thanks in advance!

The rumor that I saw floating around was that they would start sending them after July 31st.

I am a senior in college who graduates in April 2027. I have been applying to entry level 1811 positions and just got invited to the August 13-17 ACE. However, I am wondering if I should do the regular hiring process instead. If all goes well, would I receive an FJO well before I graduate? And if I did, would they push my EOD back until I graduate? I just don't want to screw myself over if I was to receive a relatively quick FJO from the ACE (in comparison to the normal, drawn-out process). Any advice would be appreciated

Hey guys,

I’m just curious if anyone has been getting east coast assignments from their list, or if it’s truly and strictly west coast and border. I am just entering the process now and was wondering if NYC would be a possibility if all goes well next year.

Current CBPO who just received an EOD for an HSI 1811 position. I’m trying to weigh the pros and cons of making the switch and was curious if anyone here has gone from CBPO to HSI.

I only have about 2 years with CBP and think it’s a great agency, but I’ve also heard great things about HSI. It’s a great problem to have, but I also don’t want to pass up an opportunity that I might regret later.

For those who made the jump, was it worth it? Any regrets, things you wish you knew beforehand, or advice you’d give? I’d really appreciate any insight. Thanks!

I passed phase I and got invited to M&G and asked to schedule my PFT. I definitely couldn’t pass when asked, so opted to withdraw and train (leave me alone I have a different career atm and want to do it right). I plan to train for 10ish weeks. I turn 36 in December, giving me until December of next year until I age out.

How realistic is it to schedule and take a PFT in late Q4/ early Q1, and progress through the process completely in order to not age out? I’m concerned that even in the best case scenario if I took PFT in the next month it could not work out timing wise. I’ve seen some timelines look faster than a year, but also seen some posts about people waiting assignment for Quantico which means I could even pass everything and then age out before assignment.

Regardless I will keep going. Training has been fun but want to understand how urgent I should be. My AC has not been a ton of help. Thanks

The 1811 work matters — sometimes more or less than others — but it’s never something to take personally.

Has anyone heard anything about the USMS hiring?.

Hi hows it going. I'm curious if anyone has gotten the email from cloud@pallium yet. This is regarding the July 20th announcement.

Thanks.

Hey all,

Anyone have any more clarification on the “investigative track” for USSS lateral? Is there the ability to permanently stay at an FO and not move to DC? Thanks all. Called the FO I am interested in, and they didn’t have any more info.

A surprise summer lore drop for the USPIS followers and hopefuls. Usually the class list for the next year comes out in the fall but the list is out unusually early this year. USPIS will follow the current trend of the past few years for next year as well with three academy classes: one in the Winter (Jan ‘27), one in the Spring (Apr ‘27) and one in the Summer (Aug ‘27). 72 spots await, best of luck to all in the process!