Non-Veteran. 17 years in.
My hearing loss/tinnitus is awful. I have hearing aids now. Do I have any options since the job caused it? Or is “wear hearing aids” the answer?
I applied to the DEA lateral January 2026. I still only see “application received”.
I see a few posts in here about people processing for that announcement. I’m a little confused on my status now.
Anyone else in the same situation?
Does anybody else find it Odd that the federal government has hired veterans who are 100% service-connected that work as special agents @DOJ and @DHS? If I were the OIG they would hold me on to review immediately.
This is a two part question and I apologize if these have been asked before, I tried searching but could not locate what I was looking for.
Do HHS OIG 1811s get take home rides and earn LEAP?
Currently an 1895 GS12 on JTTF, being surrounded by everyone whose a GS13 and doing the same work as them but not the SA pay is getting old. I have heard some not so good things about HHS. But you will get that from every agency I feel. So, with 15 years before I am even eligible to retire, would jumping to HHS be a good move?
Let's hear some pros and cons.
Hello!
Has anyone here made it into federal law enforcement without a traditional law enforcement background? Curious what paths people took and whether the lack of prior LE experience was a significant hurdle during the hiring process.
Also, how strict is the psych evaluation in your experience? Specifically wondering about OCD that was treated and is now well-managed to the point where a psychiatrist has cleared the person to taper off medication due to stability. Is a history like that typically disqualifying, or does the "currently stable and medication-free" picture matter more to adjudicators?
Appreciate any insight from people who've been through the process.
I’m part of the Jan 2026 lateral announcement. Anyone got COLs from this announcement? Where are you at in the process?
When should I expect the COL after the interview? I searched the sub and they’re mostly timelines from older lateral announcements when things were moving differently.
So far,
Jan 2026 - applied
Mar/Apr 2026 - bunch of repetitive Concorde notifications about basic qualifications
May 2026 - Interview (passed)
My recruiter said things will “move quickly” and I should expect the medical next.
TIA.
Not sure if this has been asked or brought up before but I'm currently active duty hoping to retire on June 30, 2029. How close/far from that date can I and should I apply? Pending any open positions of course. I know the hiring process can be lengthy so I'm just trying to gauge when I should be applying and if I can even apply while I'm still active. I know for DoD positions like NCIS, there is a 180 day waiting period so I'd avoid applying to those until then.
Recently applied to HSI back in the beginning of April. Anyone know how long it’s been till they hear back? Sorry if this question has already been asked
Edit:
Six years as a local LEO. 3 years patrol & coming up on 3 years as an investigator primarily dealing with Violent crime & narcotics. I applied out of the Charlotte AOR. I know Charlotte is a popular one. But curious to see how long it took people to hear back.
I applied, tested, and passed the written test, physical abilities test, and panel interview for NGA police. After the interview the hiring manager said that I should expect a conditional offer within a month. I asked him is there anything that would prevent me from getting the conditional offer and what are the next steps in the process? He stated that if I didn’t get one just to apply again.
Is this normal? I’ve never been through the process with the federal government so I’m not sure. Is there anything that could DQ me from getting the conditional offer? I’m pretty squeaky clean.
It just struck me as kinda odd. I’m leaning more towards he just couldn’t say definitely I’m hired or anything along those lines so he kept that response pretty bare bones.
Hey everyone,
I was looking into the FBI's "Start Where You Are From" policy and wanted to see if anyone here has more insight into how it's actually playing out. Since it looks like it's an option eligible for all new applicants now, I'm curious if anyone who recently cleared the pipeline or is currently at Quantico has utilized it? Would love to know if there are any hidden catches regarding office sizes or if it's as straightforward as advertised.
Thanks!
Hello, I don't know what subreddit to ask this question. What federal law enforcement jobs exist without an age cap?
Thanks in advance.
Hey all not sure if AEA is an 1811 but i thought i would ask anyways. i'm Currently in the navy as an AWR (helicopter sensor operator / swimmer) i get out in two years. I'm trying to land an AEA gig once i get out. Just curious on when i should start applying / talking to the recruiters, i know its a pretty hard gig to get. Any insight, tips, or recommendations would be appreciated. Thanks.
Anyone apply to the recent SSA OIG posting? Any current 1811s get their app referred?
Has anybody gotten invited to take the PT Test for Region 5 &6? Heard you don’t really know if you pass the assessment section till and if you get a PT invite.
Just got emailed about taking my fitness test for the recent USMS posting. Was able to qualify based on the fact that I have a master’s in public administration. However, i have no LEO experience. I’m a current fed and i do technically work for a federal law enforcement agency, but not on the LEO side. I’m just wondering what my chances would be for actually advancing through the process. I’m guessing they’d be low but i figure it’s still worth it to take the fitness test as i’m in pretty good shape and should pass with no problem. But i’m wondering if it’s heard of and/or how common it is to make it to the academy with no LEO experience. I am in my early 30s so i do have plenty of valuable work experience I can draw from in a structured interview, but i understand that lack of LEO experience could make it impossible. I say this because i know there are many applicants who are LEOs and still don’t make the cut. Thoughts?
I am back.
I hold a TS DOD clearance. Does that help in any way in terms of getting hired to the IRS? Basically does it make you more competitive?
Thank you.
Hey, i got the CJO recently and i'm attending the July class.
I was curious about how BIT is currently and any differences from FLETC. I'm trying to get a feel for lodging, food, facilities, academics, schedule, etc. I'm current USAF Reserves so my whole point of reference is the AF.
I know its in Shepardstown, WV right now, shame it isnt at the Bolger Center. That was the nicest government lodging i've stayed in so far.
I'd also love some recommendations on what to bring that isnt listed or what to watch out for in the area.
Thanks
Anyone from the April 2026 application get an invite to a VIE in the North East? I heard of some invited going out in other locations, but I haven’t heard anything yet.
Wellp,
Up until this point, everything was going pretty smoothly. Did my SUPER and passed pretty fine but was later escorted out of the venue by support staff and a UD officer because they apparently saw something they didn’t like in my eAPP or Supplemental Security Clearance Forms.
Thing is, I reviewed those documents again very carefully after this and, for the life of me, I can’t see a single thing that could be considered derogatory enough to warrant my removal from the hiring process without at least providing me a chance to explain myself during Security. Was advised to reapply. Leaving extremely disappointed.
Anyone got any input on this? Also, how soon am I eligible to reapply?
TIA