WEBVTT 00:00:01.668 --> 00:00:05.405 Before you apply to become a Border Patrol agent or CBP officer, 00:00:05.705 --> 00:00:07.007 it's important to understand 00:00:07.007 --> 00:00:10.043 the agreements and conditions we expect our employees to uphold. 00:00:10.643 --> 00:00:14.814 We call them our conditions of employment, and you should make sure you understand 00:00:14.814 --> 00:00:17.751 and can agree to all of them before you submit your application. 00:00:20.787 --> 00:00:22.322 First are conditions that have to do 00:00:22.322 --> 00:00:23.823 with your appearance and health. 00:00:24.457 --> 00:00:26.993 Border Patrol agents and CBP officers 00:00:26.993 --> 00:00:28.895 must adhere to our grooming standards, 00:00:28.895 --> 00:00:30.463 which you can read in full at 00:00:30.463 --> 00:00:34.601 cbp.gov/cbpo-grooming 00:00:34.601 --> 00:00:38.371 and cbp.gov/bpa-grooming. 00:00:39.472 --> 00:00:44.511 Note that employees may not have visible tattoos on the face, neck, or hands 00:00:44.511 --> 00:00:47.680 and may not have hair dyed a color that cannot occur naturally. 00:00:48.681 --> 00:00:52.118 Otherwise, our grooming standards require a neat professional look, 00:00:52.285 --> 00:00:54.654 and full details can be found on our website. 00:00:55.221 --> 00:00:57.757 You must be in compliance with our grooming standards 00:00:57.757 --> 00:00:59.692 by your first day of employment. 00:01:00.927 --> 00:01:04.297 Applicants will also have to undergo a pre-employment medical exam 00:01:04.297 --> 00:01:07.100 to ensure you're healthy enough to perform your job duties. 00:01:07.667 --> 00:01:10.770 See our website and the medical video for more information. 00:01:12.138 --> 00:01:16.509 Next, ensure you're willing to undergo the other examinations and investigations 00:01:16.509 --> 00:01:19.679 that'll be a part of your application and a condition of your employment. 00:01:20.180 --> 00:01:24.918 These are a background investigation, a polygraph exam, a medical exam, 00:01:24.918 --> 00:01:27.520 a drug test as part of your application, and 00:01:27.520 --> 00:01:30.156 random drug testing as a condition of your employment. 00:01:31.791 --> 00:01:34.727 We strongly recommend not taking CBD products 00:01:34.727 --> 00:01:39.032 as they may contain amounts of THC that would cause you to fail a drug test. 00:01:39.866 --> 00:01:43.536 We'll also run a credit report to make sure you're in good financial standing 00:01:43.536 --> 00:01:47.774 and not at risk of financial coercion, and we’ll run a criminal background check. 00:01:48.475 --> 00:01:52.345 A couple of traffic violations in the past generally aren't a concern. 00:01:52.345 --> 00:01:55.515 But anything more serious, like misdemeanors or felonies, 00:01:55.515 --> 00:02:00.920 including domestic violence convictions, may render you unsuitable for employment with CBP. 00:02:02.755 --> 00:02:05.425 You should also be prepared to meet our fitness standards 00:02:05.425 --> 00:02:08.795 and attend our BPA and CBPO Academies 00:02:08.795 --> 00:02:10.630 shortly after accepting the job. 00:02:11.397 --> 00:02:13.666 The Academies last roughly six months 00:02:13.666 --> 00:02:16.302 and provide the physical, technical, and legal training 00:02:16.302 --> 00:02:17.637 you'll need to do your job. 00:02:18.204 --> 00:02:20.206 You should be prepared to be at the Academy 00:02:20.206 --> 00:02:22.275 for the duration of the six month program. 00:02:23.743 --> 00:02:28.648 CBPOs can drive a personal or rented vehicle to the CBPO Academy. 00:02:28.648 --> 00:02:31.017 And Border Patrol Agents can drive a personal 00:02:31.017 --> 00:02:33.753 or rented vehicle to the pre-Academy meeting place. 00:02:34.687 --> 00:02:37.857 But must take CBP provided transportation from there. 00:02:39.092 --> 00:02:41.828 At the end of your time at the Academy, you'll have to pass 00:02:41.828 --> 00:02:45.798 a three-part fitness test, among other exams, in order to graduate. 00:02:46.332 --> 00:02:50.136 So we strongly recommend you be in good physical fitness before you arrive. 00:02:50.803 --> 00:02:54.874 See our website and the video on fitness and drug testing for more information. 00:02:56.376 --> 00:02:57.510 There are certain conditions 00:02:57.510 --> 00:03:01.014 you'll face on the job that you should be aware of and consider before applying. 00:03:01.447 --> 00:03:04.350 You will be required to carry a firearm while on duty, 00:03:04.984 --> 00:03:07.353 and it's possible to find yourself in situations 00:03:07.353 --> 00:03:10.089 where you'll be required to use it with deadly force. 00:03:10.924 --> 00:03:15.595 You may be required to work nights, weekends, overtime, or extended hours. 00:03:16.296 --> 00:03:19.566 And we'll do our best to grant you your preferred duty location. 00:03:19.933 --> 00:03:22.302 But there's always a chance you'll be assigned to an area 00:03:22.302 --> 00:03:24.637 different than the one you indicated when you applied. 00:03:25.471 --> 00:03:28.608 Speaking of applying, as you enter this hiring journey, 00:03:28.741 --> 00:03:32.612 be sure to read the full details outlined in the job opportunity announcement, 00:03:32.879 --> 00:03:34.647 including thoroughly understanding 00:03:34.647 --> 00:03:38.284 the qualification questions and documents you will be requested to submit. 00:03:40.119 --> 00:03:42.155 When you do submit your application. 00:03:42.155 --> 00:03:43.823 Make sure your resume explains 00:03:43.823 --> 00:03:45.425 the organizations you've worked for 00:03:45.425 --> 00:03:47.126 and the roles you've had in the past. 00:03:47.760 --> 00:03:50.163 Don't assume that CBP will understand 00:03:50.163 --> 00:03:51.631 your previous work experience 00:03:51.631 --> 00:03:53.266 without a thorough explanation. 00:03:53.833 --> 00:03:55.868 This will also help to justify how your 00:03:55.868 --> 00:03:57.804 level of experience qualifies you 00:03:57.804 --> 00:03:59.105 for your requested paygrade. 00:03:59.806 --> 00:04:02.609 After ensuring you are the right person for the job, 00:04:02.609 --> 00:04:05.144 we will send you a conditional offer. 00:04:05.144 --> 00:04:06.512 Once you receive this offer, 00:04:06.613 --> 00:04:09.549 be sure to review the accompanying suitability documents. 00:04:10.383 --> 00:04:13.886 It is critical that you carefully consider and agree to all the conditions 00:04:13.886 --> 00:04:18.891 of employment laid out in this video, for Border Patrol Agents and CBP Officers, 00:04:18.891 --> 00:04:21.628 before you accept your final offer from CBP. 00:04:22.395 --> 00:04:25.598 For more information about the topics covered here, watch our other 00:04:25.598 --> 00:04:31.004 hiring process videos and visit our website at cbp.gov/careers 00:04:31.671 --> 00:04:34.907 If you haven't already, join our Talent Network to learn more 00:04:34.907 --> 00:04:37.610 about positions at CBP, or head to 00:04:37.610 --> 00:04:41.814 CBP.gov/Careers/Apply-Now 00:04:41.814 --> 00:04:43.883 to start your application.