U.S. Customs and Border Protection (AIA/AEO) - Page 8

Heath · May 2nd, 2009, 14:05

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Originally Posted by MikeD

I'm gonna do you guys a favor and recommend you guys for Puerto Rico, with Marfa, TX as second choice. You can thank me later.

Just remember, when I finish training, I'll have a gun!

C150J · May 2nd, 2009, 18:18

Haha, I've actually heard PR is competitive! I wouldn't mind BUF (I hear the AIAs cross-train with the MIAs sometimes), and would absolutely love SAN, TPA, JAX, MIA, IAH, SAT, TUS, or DTW (I realize that those are the major airport codes and not the actual locations).

Quick question - would you wager to say that most AIAs are logging over 200 hours a year? I realize that everything is contigent upon your branch, but I'm just trying to get a feel for the flying side of the house.

Pretty excited to fill out my packet on Tuesday (on a trip)! I've filled out SF-86s before for two other GS-1811 jobs, so I think most of the legwork is done.

J.

MikeD · May 2nd, 2009, 19:53

Quote:

Originally Posted by C150J

Quick question - would you wager to say that most AIAs are logging over 200 hours a year? I realize that everything is contigent upon your branch, but I'm just trying to get a feel for the flying side of the house.

J.

I'd say about 200 per year is average to above average, depending.

RyanQ44 · May 2nd, 2009, 21:12

Hey all, can anyone help me out? I have been reading this post for awhile now and I have a couple questions. First off, congrats to all of you that received phone calls and interviews. That's awesome, this is a dream job. I also have applied for this position back in Nov and received my NOR letter. I received a 99 rating, which I have no idea what that means. All I know is that people with lower scores are getting interviews and I am wondering if I am missing something or am doing something wrong.

My previous life was an active duty military pilot then transferred to the ANG flying tankers. I also fly for an airline (which sucks, sorry to the airline guys). I am not trying to give my whole bio here just painting a picture to see if there are any other guys in my shoes? Any rumors about when more interviews are coming down the line?

Any info would be great.....

Heath · May 2nd, 2009, 23:31

Quote:

Originally Posted by RyanQ44

Hey all, can anyone help me out? I have been reading this post for awhile now and I have a couple questions. First off, congrats to all of you that received phone calls and interviews. That's awesome, this is a dream job. I also have applied for this position back in Nov and received my NOR letter. I received a 99 rating, which I have no idea what that means. All I know is that people with lower scores are getting interviews and I am wondering if I am missing something or am doing something wrong.

My previous life was an active duty military pilot then transferred to the ANG flying tankers. I also fly for an airline (which sucks, sorry to the airline guys). I am not trying to give my whole bio here just painting a picture to see if there are any other guys in my shoes? Any rumors about when more interviews are coming down the line?

Any info would be great.....

The listing you applied to hasn't closed out yet. Be patient. Word I'm hearing is that calls for that posting won't come until after it closes. Although someone has posted that a best qualified list has already been requested??? I'd say it won't be long before calls for interviews start coming. Hang tough and check out aptap.org to see when others who applied to that listing start getting interview calls.

Good luck,

aloft · May 3rd, 2009, 00:17

I've still never seen any of the "over 40" CBP jobs posted.

BillErvin · May 3rd, 2009, 01:07

Quote:

Originally Posted by MikeD

I'm gonna do you guys a favor and recommend you guys for Puerto Rico, with Marfa, TX as second choice. You can thank me later.

Marfa,

What a nice guy. If you're going to send them to the wilderness, I guess the least you can do is send'em to Texas wilderness

They can look forward to the weekly trip to Van Horn to get decent grocery's. Probably beats Deming

MikeD · May 3rd, 2009, 01:22

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Originally Posted by BillErvin

Marfa,

What a nice guy. If you're going to send them to the wilderness, I guess the least you can do is send'em to Texas wilderness

They can look forward to the weekly trip to Van Horn to get decent grocery's. Probably beats Deming

Deming! Thanks Bill, I forgot about that branch!

That'll be #3 for them......with good TDYs to Lordsburg!

BillErvin · May 3rd, 2009, 01:26

Quote:

Originally Posted by aloft

I've still never seen any of the "over 40" CBP jobs posted.

The only ones you'll see are for inspector (CBP Officer) jobs at the airport port of entries or border port of entries, but those are non Law Enforcement retirement coverage cube jobs mostly.

The Border Patrol is doing an up to 40 wavier right now, but that is has high as I've seen any Law Enforcement coverage jobs go to. To fly with them you have to be a ground agent for at least three years.

aloft · May 3rd, 2009, 04:56

I thought there were supposedly some over-40 flying jobs...???

Heath · May 3rd, 2009, 05:55

Only flying the Predator, and it, too, is a non-LE position.

RyanQ44 · May 3rd, 2009, 10:31

Quote:

Originally Posted by Heath

The listing you applied to hasn't closed out yet. Be patient. Word I'm hearing is that calls for that posting won't come until after it closes. Although someone has posted that a best qualified list has already been requested??? I'd say it won't be long before calls for interviews start coming. Hang tough and check out aptap.org to see when others who applied to that listing start getting interview calls.

Good luck,

Thanks bud for the info

chadapple04 · May 3rd, 2009, 16:22

Hey i just got my NOR's back and I got a 85. Does anyone know if thats a good rating or not.

MikeD · May 3rd, 2009, 16:34

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Originally Posted by chadapple04

Hey i just got my NOR's back and I got a 85. Does anyone know if thats a good rating or not.

It's fine.

Heath · May 3rd, 2009, 17:50

It depends. Each posting you're competing against the scores of the other applicants to get an interview. After scoring the interview, the score means nothing.

I was told it took a mid-90's score to get a call and was discouraged to get an 84. Got the interview and the job. So, don't be discouraged, but it is a little on the low end.

chadapple04 · May 3rd, 2009, 19:07

What kind of qualifications do you have? If you don't mind me asking.

MikeD · May 3rd, 2009, 19:27

Quote:

Originally Posted by Heath

I was told it took a mid-90's score to get a call and was discouraged to get an 84. .

Hey, if the mins weren't good enough, they wouldn't be the mins!

Heath · May 3rd, 2009, 19:34

Quote:

Originally Posted by chadapple04

What kind of qualifications do you have? If you don't mind me asking.

3300 TT, 3000 multi, 2500 turbine, FW only, no military, gold seal CFI, II, MEI, 121, FFDO...

MikeD · May 3rd, 2009, 19:56

Quote:

Originally Posted by Heath

3300 TT, 3000 multi, 2500 turbine, FW only, no military, gold seal CFI, II, MEI, 121, FFDO...

It was the gold seal that did it......

It "sealed" the deal

chadapple04 · May 3rd, 2009, 20:04

I was just curious of the experience of people who were getting called for interviews. I am 23 with 1250 tt and 330 multi, 121, CFI CFII, MEI. No LE or military.

Heath · May 3rd, 2009, 20:52

Quote:

Originally Posted by MikeD

It was the gold seal that did it......

It "sealed" the deal

LOL. No doubt, that was it!

MikeD · May 3rd, 2009, 21:31

Quote:

Originally Posted by Heath

LOL. No doubt, that was it!

I'll be here all week!

Try the veal....

crashmbern · May 3rd, 2009, 23:39

I finished the application a few weeks ago and haven't hear anything. How long does it usually take to find out your score??

Just curious, i know its a long process after that.

MikeD · May 3rd, 2009, 23:51

Quote:

Originally Posted by crashmbern

I finished the application a few weeks ago and haven't hear anything. How long does it usually take to find out your score??

Just curious, i know its a long process after that.

Usually a few months. Even the guys waiting for background check have a while, esp if holding no prior security clearance (DoD clnc doensn't carry over, but makes the process quicker).

Heath · May 4th, 2009, 09:07

Quote:

Originally Posted by crashmbern

I finished the application a few weeks ago and haven't hear anything. How long does it usually take to find out your score??

Just curious, i know its a long process after that.

NOR's have been coming out in about two weeks. Log onto usajobs application manager and confirm that your application status shows complete. If it does and its been more than two weeks, somethings not right. Call the number listed on the job posting to speak with Minneapolis staffing team B. They're really friendly and helpful and will let you know what's up.

Good luck,

May 2nd, 2009, 18:18	#177
C150J Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 1,317	Re: Aircraft/airplane/helicopter Pilot (air Interdiction Age Haha, I've actually heard PR is competitive! I wouldn't mind BUF (I hear the AIAs cross-train with the MIAs sometimes), and would absolutely love SAN, TPA, JAX, MIA, IAH, SAT, TUS, or DTW (I realize that those are the major airport codes and not the actual locations). Quick question - would you wager to say that most AIAs are logging over 200 hours a year? I realize that everything is contigent upon your branch, but I'm just trying to get a feel for the flying side of the house. Pretty excited to fill out my packet on Tuesday (on a trip)! I've filled out SF-86s before for two other GS-1811 jobs, so I think most of the legwork is done. J.

May 2nd, 2009, 21:12	#179
RyanQ44 Newbie Join Date: May 2009 Location: Columbus Posts: 5	Re: Aircraft/airplane/helicopter Pilot (air Interdiction Age Hey all, can anyone help me out? I have been reading this post for awhile now and I have a couple questions. First off, congrats to all of you that received phone calls and interviews. That's awesome, this is a dream job. I also have applied for this position back in Nov and received my NOR letter. I received a 99 rating, which I have no idea what that means. All I know is that people with lower scores are getting interviews and I am wondering if I am missing something or am doing something wrong. My previous life was an active duty military pilot then transferred to the ANG flying tankers. I also fly for an airline (which sucks, sorry to the airline guys). I am not trying to give my whole bio here just painting a picture to see if there are any other guys in my shoes? Any rumors about when more interviews are coming down the line? Any info would be great.....

May 3rd, 2009, 00:17	#181
aloft Old Skool Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: SL,UT Posts: 8,118	Re: Aircraft/airplane/helicopter Pilot (air Interdiction Age I've still never seen any of the "over 40" CBP jobs posted. __________________ ________\|________ -------(o)- ------° ° ° "You can totally say ass on here!" -- Doug Taylor

May 3rd, 2009, 04:56	#185
aloft Old Skool Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: SL,UT Posts: 8,118	Re: Aircraft/airplane/helicopter Pilot (air Interdiction Age I thought there were supposedly some over-40 flying jobs...??? __________________ ________\|________ -------(o)- ------° ° ° "You can totally say ass on here!" -- Doug Taylor

May 3rd, 2009, 05:55	#186
Heath Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Bowling Green, KY Posts: 382	Re: Aircraft/airplane/helicopter Pilot (air Interdiction Age Only flying the Predator, and it, too, is a non-LE position.

May 3rd, 2009, 16:22	#188
chadapple04 Newbie Join Date: May 2009 Location: New Albany Posts: 6	Re: Aircraft/airplane/helicopter Pilot (air Interdiction Age Hey i just got my NOR's back and I got a 85. Does anyone know if thats a good rating or not.

May 3rd, 2009, 17:50	#190
Heath Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Bowling Green, KY Posts: 382	Re: Aircraft/airplane/helicopter Pilot (air Interdiction Age It depends. Each posting you're competing against the scores of the other applicants to get an interview. After scoring the interview, the score means nothing. I was told it took a mid-90's score to get a call and was discouraged to get an 84. Got the interview and the job. So, don't be discouraged, but it is a little on the low end.

May 3rd, 2009, 19:07	#191
chadapple04 Newbie Join Date: May 2009 Location: New Albany Posts: 6	Re: Aircraft/airplane/helicopter Pilot (air Interdiction Age What kind of qualifications do you have? If you don't mind me asking.

May 3rd, 2009, 20:04	#195
chadapple04 Newbie Join Date: May 2009 Location: New Albany Posts: 6	Re: Aircraft/airplane/helicopter Pilot (air Interdiction Age I was just curious of the experience of people who were getting called for interviews. I am 23 with 1250 tt and 330 multi, 121, CFI CFII, MEI. No LE or military.

May 3rd, 2009, 23:39	#198
crashmbern Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Long Island NY Posts: 519	Re: Aircraft/airplane/helicopter Pilot (air Interdiction Age I finished the application a few weeks ago and haven't hear anything. How long does it usually take to find out your score?? Just curious, i know its a long process after that.

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