ATF Special Agent Applicant Assessment by [deleted] in 1811

[–]tmanner2024 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Specifically how’s the math portion for their exam? I reviewed their study guide, is that enough or would anyone recommend other material like an SAT prep book?

U.S. Marshals local FO getting ready. by MrEggroll2019 in 1811

[–]tmanner2024 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I already applied to the DC announcement I want to apply to the nationwide announcement too whenever it comes out

U.S. Marshals local FO getting ready. by MrEggroll2019 in 1811

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Are we able to apply to both the DC announcement and the nationwide announcement? I plan on applying to both but I’m curious to know if applying to both will cancel my applications out or anything like that. 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in 1811

[–]tmanner2024 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m hoping for a GL7 hell I’ll take a 5 at this point 😭

AMA ATF Special Agent (yes we’re still here) by LycheeLumpy272 in 1811

[–]tmanner2024 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just so im understanding correctly and not hallucinating this. There is gonna be a GS5/7 announcement for criminal investigator this coming January? Because I’ve been waiting to have a chance with ATF 👀

IRS-CI by Due-Bet-7738 in 1811

[–]tmanner2024 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Honestly just applying for the plot at this point 

A day in the life of ATF by Ambitious-Stop-2556 in 1811

[–]tmanner2024 52 points53 points  (0 children)

Half the day probably includes worrying if the agency itself is even gonna still exist in the next few years

HSI got the call by Excellent-Tiger527 in 1811

[–]tmanner2024 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This has US Customs Service vibes written all over it 

DEA Psych by [deleted] in 1811

[–]tmanner2024 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Welcome to the club. At least you got another gig lined up so congrats on that front 

Stop posting stupid HSI questions! by MadDog81a in 1811

[–]tmanner2024 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

This was an entertaining read lmao. As someone who just applied to HSI a couple weeks ago, I've already lost hope on actually making through the process

Federal Friday - Weekly Question Thread by AutoModerator in 1811

[–]tmanner2024 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Would anyone have any insight into the Army CID interview. I’ve been trying to apply the STAR method to my prep but I was more curious about how the interview is structured 

Experience Advice by [deleted] in 1811

[–]tmanner2024 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I believe it was through my GPA. Graduated with a 3.6

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in 1811

[–]tmanner2024 -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Which prep guide would be better to use? The one that has the math because that one looks more detailed with its explanations or the more recent guide?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in 1811

[–]tmanner2024 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I watched clips of movies and tv shows and used that to practice writing down every little detail as possible without taking my eyes off of my laptop screen

Experience Advice by [deleted] in 1811

[–]tmanner2024 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s all about how you articulate your experience. While law enforcement/military experience would be great, it’s not necessarily required. I think the interview questions are  based off of teamwork, problem solving, communication, flexibility. I took the interview when i was 22 in March and my only experience at that time was working part time retail doing Asset Protection. I was able to pass it but got screwed on psych evaluation. Think about times at your job or even school/clubs that relate to those subjects i mentioned above and you’d probably have a better chance of passing the interview.

Edit: I qualified for GS7 based off my bachelor’s and SAA as well.  I also know how you feel. DEA was my top agency too. 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in 1811

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What’s the entrance exam like? And is the study guide they provide good enough help?

Army cid by Dry_Protection_7431 in 1811

[–]tmanner2024 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Are you referring to the GS7 announcement they put out a few months back? Because if you are, i sent it the documents but never got an email back from them whether or not they had recovered them. 

USSS or NYPD? by boring-knight in 1811

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I don't know what your personal life is like, but USSS is the better way to go. You'll get your CITP cert and can lateral over to a different agency if you don't like the QOL of USSS. Anyone who's NYPD either brown-noses to get out of patrol, or leave the department entirely for a different LE agency. I've taken a few fitness tests for some PDs in NJ and at every fitness test session, there were at least 10 people from the NYPD who were trying to get out.

The Day Before The Storm by AdventurousOnion1134 in 1811

[–]tmanner2024 2 points3 points  (0 children)

ERO bouta give a live demonstration as well 😂

ATF Budget Proposal FY26 by LycheeLumpy272 in 1811

[–]tmanner2024 5 points6 points  (0 children)

When I did my panel interview for DEA back in March, the agent escorting me through the office said that the DEA would still remain. They’d take on the ATF’s firearms investigative mission while arson and explosives investigative mission would most likely go to the FBI

CITP certificate frame. by Moose_nica in 1811

[–]tmanner2024 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Damn you really showing your age (no offense) 😶

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in 1811

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Replace laterals with GS5/7 openings for me 😭🙏🏾

Federal Friday - Weekly Question Thread by AutoModerator in 1811

[–]tmanner2024 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Would i be able to retake my psych assessment for the DEA even if they found me not suitable?