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My old company commander was hired by the DEA as he was transitioning out of the army. Him & I always had a great professional relationship and he wrote me several letters of recommendation for college & other things. 3 years go by, I graduate college, and I send him an email stating my intentions to apply to the DEA. He gave me an unmeasurable amount of advice and now we work in the same building haha. All about building good contacts throughout your life
I am a career DEA agent hopefully retiring here in the next year or two. What I can say is it took me almost 3 years from the day I dropped my application in the mail until they called me with a class date so be prepared that you might have to wait a bit and take an interim job before you get the official job offer from us. I think currently we are about a year and a half on average for hiring people, largely due to the background investigation since all of us have to be top-secret and OPM is slow as hell about turning around backgrounds. Just be patient. It’s also a good idea to look up the phone number for the local office and give that particular division recruiter a call so they start hearing your name.
Question: how did you maintain that relationship? Did you contact him through your college years? I always feel weird reaching out to people after like a year.
I went from US Army Infantry, Combat Vet 15 yrs....went Corporate Security to Dept. of Justice to Dept of Homeland Security..22 yrs as a Federal Agent, TS Cleared Position now retired...Get Education Degrees are a must, have money to live while waiting, stay in great shape...no law enforcement issues...know what the agencies do! I’ve interviewed guys that didn’t know what agencies I worked at did and what legal authorities that entailed.
I agree. I’ll go further and say it’s even more important to educate yourself before you begin your military career as well. That ensures you score high and get the jobs/schools you want in the military.
Ok, I’m not SF, SEAL, or even looking for a high speed, low drag job (I’m a pilot). However, this is great advice and applies to any job transition. Happy Easter all.
FBI and CIA allow you to apply within 12-15months of separation from military. That allows you to transition straight into agencies academy. FBI HRT for SOF guys allows you to join under Tactical Recruitment Program (TRP) when applying. That means you have to be an FBI agent for 2 years instead of 3 years to screen for HRT. Do not wait until you are 6months out to apply that will set you up for failure. If you are 12-15months within your separation date you can apply with no issues. This video has good intentions, however the information was incorrect in some aspects.
Clear , concise , straight to the point , and not speaking from your ass because you’ve been there and done that . This content is amazing and exactly what I need ! All these recruiters for military /private sector need to be paying you!
Sean got rid of that yee yee ass haircut, so he decided to record this without his hat hahaha All jokes, you're fucking awesome and have been of great help
Pretty great advise. Thirty years in local law enforcement here. Ha, and a polygraph examiner. Our application process is four months, minimum. Then dependent on openings. Yes, there are egos everywhere. It's not a problem for me, as I see the former military guys are obviously a product of their environment. Little things for example, "On 12 April 2020 I was" too "When I was trained to clear buildings we did it this way." OK, cool, I understand, but we are HERE NOW. Some guys struggle with the absolute freedom to just go out and do the job, or the broadness of the direction. Give them six months to make that mental shift, and they are freaking awesome. It's just a different world. ... You can't bullshit a bullshitter. A guy that has spent time in a combat roll or a guy that has spent ten years in prison or the guy that has been through SERE. They "know the real." There is no need to even try to bullshit them. Play them straight and with dignity. You will get the same back.
Excellent video. One thing I would add is avoiding disciplinary issues in the military, especially alcohol related issues. Most guys I knew that served but didn’t hired for federal law enforcement jobs got cut during backgrounds. This includes maxing out that Military Star Card and not paying it for months. Credit issues can also cause you to get cut.
Networking is everything and your advise is so true. Military and private/government LE is a small world. You need to know someone to get a leg up in the process
I did the OGA thing for a couple of years, made a ton of money, but the op tempo at that level is insane for anyone with a family. Plus not having the team around you in place of just a couple of dudes is a huge difference! Definitely more "exciting" lol
Awesome video as always, Buck! Just like so much else in life, networking sounds like it'd be a huge help, but it's good to see SF experience allows people to get a leg up on the competition.
Soon as these videos drop I have to watch them...absorb as much knowledge as possible so I can apply it - again thank you buck for the awesome content!
@@FNGACADEMY I know this is a long shot but may I have the name of the song you use for the intro... I always play the intro to the videos before I ruck and run as it gets me fired up to crush it!
Its crazy to think that while you’re watching this guy and you’re like damn buck is such a cool friendly guy who’s helping us, its crazy to think that this man is literally a highly trained killer😂 idk why its so mind blowing to me lol
I always think that about Pat Mac too, he seems like a pretty funny and friendly guy. Jocko also seems like a good guy but isn't as immediately friendly.
Wow Mt Bro was a Ranger,got his degree from Penn State then got accepted in Secret Service..Just like you..I am so proud of him God rest his soul he just passef on a few days ago..He was adopted and later had no home..Lived in a potatoe house in Maine and continued going to school...He use to tell me some of the stories..He did well in life worked for a development bank and had a cool family of 3,,He knew he had to work and plan to win.
Great video. Might want add that for DEA you should strive for the highest GPA possible. If you have high grades and a foreign language, all the better. Don't worry so much about your major or what college you attended.
I don’t think i’ve ever seen a proper video like this on youtube before. Buck props to you bro, maybe even make a video on contracting? your call brother
I just came here to say that seeing you and Mike together brought two of my favorite TH-camrs together in one video. Wether my friends know this or not; your two’s insight on never giving up, and stressing the fact that preparation is key, is impacting their lives. I listen for the aspects I can apply to my routines and try to pass on what good objective insight I find. I still love the military content just as much though. Thank you for everything brother, and if Mike see’s this, “bend over and I’ll show you.” Jokes aside, thanks to you too man, you’re very inspirational!
Networking - on business cards, write on the back of the card WHERE you met them, what class, deployment etc. That helps both of you remember how you are connected. I worked for a non-traditional Fed LE agency and we got to work with some SF, NG, Navy Bases, EOD (Oh yes, finding unexplored ordnance good fun). We all enjoyed meeting and learning with each other. KEEP in touch with your network at least every six-12 months, let the person know what you are up to etc. Helps keep you in the loop of what might be coming up at that agency.
Hey Buck, I was wondering if during your time in sf you had the chance to work with/ talk to some MACV-SOG vets. If you did I think a podcast with them would be make for an awesome video. If you don't have the gear or don't wanna do the podcast you should definitely try to get them on Jocko's podcast. Those guy are the pinnacle of badassery!
Im a big "kit" guy, could you make a video talking about how much personalization you were allowed, and what kindve gear you were issued? If you wanted to and had the money could you replace your issued plate carrier or helmet with one you purchased? And could you customize anything on your rifle like optics and accessories? Love the channel and love to see you growing!
@@FNGACADEMY Thanks a lot! I know your channel isn't built around gear and gear reviews but I do think it would be really interesting to hear your thoughts on certain things issued to you and how they are better or worse than equipment available to civilians. Personally I think it a tragedy that most airsoft players have higher quality equipment than your standard infantryman and I was curious to see if that remained true with SOF guys. Keep up the great work, and I appreciate all you do for everyone. I have no intention of enlisting and certainly don't have the balls to make it to SF but still learn a lot from your videos, you make a positive difference in every viewers life, regardless of if they're the intended viewing audience or not
One last question for a video- do you have any freedom in selecting your weapon systems? Ive heard if you make it to a tier 1 unit you can essentially have any rifle you desire, but on a tier 2 level do you have the option to choose between the M4, SCAR, HK416 etc, or do you just get handed a pistol and rifle and you're stuck with that platform for x amount of time?
You nailed it, they have you jump through hoops to see if you want it. Think of it as selection, if you put up with testing and resubmitting “lost” paperwork then you will more than likely make it
my dad was Marsoc he never heard back from any of them but a local swat had a guy to retire so he went through the process and stayed with them for a long while
50 something YO Cop here. Had a vanilla 9 year MP career, been a cop for 21 years so far. Enjoying your channel. I’m also a former SWAT entry officer and the current commander of my PDs team. Just putting out to your listeners the fact that the VAST majority of LE SWAT teams are part time/additional duty gigs. Full time teams are rare and typically found in major Metro/City PDs. Even there, you are gonna have to (typically) prove your chops as a cop before you get on their team. My PD has varied from a 3 year to 5 year minimum time in service to even try out. And you are correct unlike the military, SWAT billets can remain filled till a Cop gets promoted off of a Team or retires. Depending on what State you are looking for LE work in you may have to deal with Civil Service tests and hiring lists too.
I once was a stand in at Robin Sage in 2000. At that point in life I realized what L.D.R.S.H.I.P. was all about. The special mold God created for the special operator is one of excellence.
Any transitioning vets, look at the Marshals as well. I'm currently in the hiring process, I'm not SF just a prior infantry Marine. That agency is very vet friendly, but highly competitive. There are opportunities to get selected for SRT/SOG once you put in some time with the agency.
Apply like a year before ETS to the FBI. Process takes forever. Also, for SF dudes, tons of cadre opportunities and chances to go overseas without being HRT. HRT has had 100s of operators. Some training programs have had less than 30. It's a good gig to train, and you can TDY while instructing.
@@JesusChrist2000BC FBI, not sure what the max is but cadre had 2 guys (one who was the boss) TDY for 4? months. Have to volunteer but pay is pretty solid.
@@hiitsklyie I'm guessing as advisors? I guess I can't see what we'd being doing with them overseas. Only FBI I've even seen overseas was to process SSE sitting on a FOB getting fat. Not a bad gig for the money but seems pretty low speed.
@@JesusChrist2000BC they do their own thing depending on what unit. Plenty of non-hrt guys are pretty active overseas. Support staff are often fat, lol Edit: They aren't usually rolling with group, maybe in a pinch.
The difference between SF/Ranger and SWAT is completely and 100% different. My advice to people getting out who want to be in a tactical unit is to go federal. I have Ranger buddies in the ATF, Marshals, Secret Service, FBI etc and they all have special teams and some characters either have special operation backgrounds or they were on tactical teams in large cities like Chicago and New York.
Could you do a video on each of the SF groups if you can? I'm just wondering if they each have different responsibilities or if they only vary by location. I watched the video where you explained mobility and dive teams, I liked that one. It ended too soon haha
If going for law enforcement, look for approved courses. Some may be free like MCTFT, RCTA, HIDTA or others where you may have pay for courses. These places offer courses ranging from courtroom testimony to high risk warrant service.
If you need work right away, check out the DIA, securitas AB, and PINKERTON security services. SAAB is also hiring intel and security English speaking in Brazil. Be well
I started applying to local PD little over a year before i ets and barely got any response back...luckily i start my police academy next n start working shortly after.
The advice he gives for the poly is serious. Myself and some of my coworkers had a HORRIBLE polygrapher to get into DHS. Play along, check your ego, be humble, and don't push back too hard, they can really make the process a horrible experience.
My dad did that after the border patrol, which was after the marine corps. It's a great job you get to travel around the world and get paid to learn languages
I’m going to be realist here, for a certain genre of folks. If anyone, who is going to become a Marine, thinks you can do college simultaneously and finish the degree, think again. It is almost impossible unless you do 10+ years in service and that’s a maybe. For combat MOS’ Atleast. POGs, depending on MOS, can easily do it. I got about 21 hours of school done over 4 years. That’s a little less than a year’s worth of school .That’s with TRYING to go to school and having to convince my command plenty of times to let me go. The last 18 hours were only possible because my unit deployed, I stayed back and convinced the SNCOs to let me attend school. I did a CLEP exam, earned 12 hours. but did not include that in my aforementioned tally. The following message is for everyone: CLEP exams are the easiest way to get college credit if you’re disciplined. Plus I believe the first clep exam you take, for each subject, should be free to you as active duty. With the more reputable schools you are limited on the amount of CLEP credit you can apply to your degree. My background was in the infantry. I now hold a Master of Accountancy degree. Thanks for the content man.
Just wondering ,with the most respect did we do some uphill long distance shooting got a burr where the scope might hit the brow? Still killing it brother thank you for my freedom
Sean " Buck " Rogers: Where De Oppresso Liber meets Protect and Serve, from US Army Special Forces to Denver Police Department SWAT. Twice the Servant!!🇺🇸🦅🗽📜👮🚔🚓
@@whatever9042 yes. That’s what he did. I was just commenting on the fact that he said hiring for the agency was very hard... and that a connection went a long way. Because he brought in a lot of his former team on.
The CIA had a lot of paramilitary officers during hostilities in Iraq and Afghanistan. Expect hiring for those positions to slow to a trickle now that things have slowed down in the Sandbox. They have about all the paramilitary guys they will need for a while. The paramilitary people have always been a small percentage of the DO anyway.
Good stuff brother! These are the kinds of different videos other military channels don’t post about. Lmao funny how you say play along and act like they break you down while going through a polygraph 🤣🤣🤣
I wanted to be a ranger but unfortunately discovered I am disqualified from enlisting due to a nut allergy so law enforcement seems like the best option wondering what type team I should go for any advice
mad respect brother!! I have a question that no one really has been able to answer for me. Why is it that SF, Seals, Rangers you're all over tv or medias but not the Marines or the Recon/Raiders Marines. I love you, Tim Kennedy, Andy Stumpt and Joko but I would really like to find a channel like yours that is Marines driven. thx.
Marines Raiders haven’t been involved in the SOF community long at all, and haven’t had the time to build as big a reputation like the aforementioned ones. Marine Recon has been around for a while, but they generally get shafted and any real world mission they could do typically goes to another SOF group
I plan on going hrt after spending some time in the 75th. They've got the trp where you only need 2 years as a special agent before trying out for hrt.
1:22 fukin HILARIOUS... "you can quit any time you want to" bahahhaaa I seriously almost spit my food out when you said that esp with the way you said it lololol I just wanted wanted to go in and get my long tab to open up doors but I learned and realized much is not what it seems. And I was black balled by Pickney's sorry ass. So much did not go the way it was supposed to, and "I myself" screwed myself in several ways too. Shit I might even make a video of "MY story" with details to help others avoid my tragedy. And I'll say this quick, no matter how good you shoot dead center, how many pushups n situps you can do, running is VERY important and I didn't realize that before going in. My legs didnt handle the weight and running at 34 years old going in after decades without running as an adult. do yourself a favor..... RUN and RUCK. or at least walk around with a weighted vest for a good while.
What about if you're trying to switch from active duty to the National Guard/Reserves and trying to get into one of the alphabet agencies at the same time?
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Read in a little book but not yours... GB Chip TRUE OR FALSE¡¿¡ 😆 🤣
What type of testing like the Asvab?
What kind of masters/bachelors degree do you have?
Yes I want to be fbi hrt. That's one big thing that I want to do. Along with CAG. I'm glad you have done a video about this.🙏🙏🙏
My old company commander was hired by the DEA as he was transitioning out of the army. Him & I always had a great professional relationship and he wrote me several letters of recommendation for college & other things. 3 years go by, I graduate college, and I send him an email stating my intentions to apply to the DEA. He gave me an unmeasurable amount of advice and now we work in the same building haha. All about building good contacts throughout your life
That's sick dude happy to hear a vet success story
I am a career DEA agent hopefully retiring here in the next year or two. What I can say is it took me almost 3 years from the day I dropped my application in the mail until they called me with a class date so be prepared that you might have to wait a bit and take an interim job before you get the official job offer from us. I think currently we are about a year and a half on average for hiring people, largely due to the background investigation since all of us have to be top-secret and OPM is slow as hell about turning around backgrounds. Just be patient. It’s also a good idea to look up the phone number for the local office and give that particular division recruiter a call so they start hearing your name.
Congrats happy to see good story and people who study to improve
Question: how did you maintain that relationship? Did you contact him through your college years? I always feel weird reaching out to people after like a year.
wow!! thats so amazing!!
I went from US Army Infantry, Combat Vet 15 yrs....went Corporate Security to Dept. of Justice to Dept of Homeland Security..22 yrs as a Federal Agent, TS Cleared Position now retired...Get Education Degrees are a must, have money to live while waiting, stay in great shape...no law enforcement issues...know what the agencies do! I’ve interviewed guys that didn’t know what agencies I worked at did and what legal authorities that entailed.
I agree. I’ll go further and say it’s even more important to educate yourself before you begin your military career as well. That ensures you score high and get the jobs/schools you want in the military.
Did you have a degree when you got out or did you do part time school?
Wow so how old were you when you retired?
Ok, I’m not SF, SEAL, or even looking for a high speed, low drag job (I’m a pilot). However, this is great advice and applies to any job transition. Happy Easter all.
Pilot low drag?! 😂 not even a little low drag brother
@@FNGACADEMY well, low drag is important in aviation
@@bombsaway6340 that was the best response to that possible 😂😂
@@FNGACADEMY how can work for a special forces law enforcement agency?
@@FNGACADEMY how can work for a special forces law enforcement agency?
FBI and CIA allow you to apply within 12-15months of separation from military. That allows you to transition straight into agencies academy. FBI HRT for SOF guys allows you to join under Tactical Recruitment Program (TRP) when applying. That means you have to be an FBI agent for 2 years instead of 3 years to screen for HRT. Do not wait until you are 6months out to apply that will set you up for failure. If you are 12-15months within your separation date you can apply with no issues. This video has good intentions, however the information was incorrect in some aspects.
Clear , concise , straight to the point , and not speaking from your ass because you’ve been there and done that . This content is amazing and exactly what I need ! All these recruiters for military /private sector need to be paying you!
My man went from Sean to Sebastián. Thanks for the vid👊
Sean got rid of that yee yee ass haircut, so he decided to record this without his hat hahaha
All jokes, you're fucking awesome and have been of great help
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I don't think I've ever seen Buck's hair before.... lolol
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Bro I was thinking the same thing. 🤣🤣
For a quick second I was like “who’s he got on the channel” 😂
Ikr... makes him look younger imo
Pretty great advise. Thirty years in local law enforcement here. Ha, and a polygraph examiner. Our application process is four months, minimum. Then dependent on openings. Yes, there are egos everywhere. It's not a problem for me, as I see the former military guys are obviously a product of their environment. Little things for example, "On 12 April 2020 I was" too "When I was trained to clear buildings we did it this way." OK, cool, I understand, but we are HERE NOW. Some guys struggle with the absolute freedom to just go out and do the job, or the broadness of the direction. Give them six months to make that mental shift, and they are freaking awesome. It's just a different world. ... You can't bullshit a bullshitter. A guy that has spent time in a combat roll or a guy that has spent ten years in prison or the guy that has been through SERE. They "know the real." There is no need to even try to bullshit them. Play them straight and with dignity. You will get the same back.
Excellent video. One thing I would add is avoiding disciplinary issues in the military, especially alcohol related issues. Most guys I knew that served but didn’t hired for federal law enforcement jobs got cut during backgrounds. This includes maxing out that Military Star Card and not paying it for months. Credit issues can also cause you to get cut.
Your channel is awesome, so happy a lot of people use TH-cam to help others
Networking is everything and your advise is so true. Military and private/government LE is a small world. You need to know someone to get a leg up in the process
Agreed 👊
I did the OGA thing for a couple of years, made a ton of money, but the op tempo at that level is insane for anyone with a family. Plus not having the team around you in place of just a couple of dudes is a huge difference! Definitely more "exciting" lol
Please what's an OGA?. I'm curious
My favorite thing about the military is that you can’t just quit anytime. I would of put my 2 weeks dozens of times!
Damn... Double dose of Buck today!? Just got done with the Robo podcast! The boy is really out here grinding! Keep on keeping on Brother! 🇺🇸🤘🏼
Thanks homie! 👊👊
Awesome video as always, Buck! Just like so much else in life, networking sounds like it'd be a huge help, but it's good to see SF experience allows people to get a leg up on the competition.
For sure dude!
Soon as these videos drop I have to watch them...absorb as much knowledge as possible so I can apply it - again thank you buck for the awesome content!
You bet bro!
@@FNGACADEMY I know this is a long shot but may I have the name of the song you use for the intro... I always play the intro to the videos before I ruck and run as it gets me fired up to crush it!
Its crazy to think that while you’re watching this guy and you’re like damn buck is such a cool friendly guy who’s helping us, its crazy to think that this man is literally a highly trained killer😂 idk why its so mind blowing to me lol
I always think that about Pat Mac too, he seems like a pretty funny and friendly guy. Jocko also seems like a good guy but isn't as immediately friendly.
Really enjoy your content. You have given me alot of info other youtubers don't put out there.
thanks homie!
Wow Mt Bro was a Ranger,got his degree from Penn State then got accepted in Secret Service..Just like you..I am so proud of him God rest his soul he just passef on a few days ago..He was adopted and later had no home..Lived in a potatoe house in Maine and continued going to school...He use to tell me some of the stories..He did well in life worked for a development bank and had a cool family of 3,,He knew he had to work and plan to win.
This seems really relevant for me... And another good video out.
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I love your videos about any transitioning from the military to law enforcement! Please do more🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
Just read your book.....very inspiring for everyone going through the same thing....BIG UP!!!
Thanks brother!
Great video. Might want add that for DEA you should strive for the highest GPA possible. If you have high grades and a foreign language, all the better. Don't worry so much about your major or what college you attended.
Thanks for the tips!
I don’t think i’ve ever seen a proper video like this on youtube before. Buck props to you bro, maybe even make a video on contracting? your call brother
I just came here to say that seeing you and Mike together brought two of my favorite TH-camrs together in one video. Wether my friends know this or not; your two’s insight on never giving up, and stressing the fact that preparation is key, is impacting their lives. I listen for the aspects I can apply to my routines and try to pass on what good objective insight I find. I still love the military content just as much though.
Thank you for everything brother, and if Mike see’s this, “bend over and I’ll show you.”
Jokes aside, thanks to you too man, you’re very inspirational!
Networking - on business cards, write on the back of the card WHERE you met them, what class, deployment etc. That helps both of you remember how you are connected. I worked for a non-traditional Fed LE agency and we got to work with some SF, NG, Navy Bases, EOD (Oh yes, finding unexplored ordnance good fun). We all enjoyed meeting and learning with each other. KEEP in touch with your network at least every six-12 months, let the person know what you are up to etc. Helps keep you in the loop of what might be coming up at that agency.
Hey Buck, I was wondering if during your time in sf you had the chance to work with/ talk to some MACV-SOG vets. If you did I think a podcast with them would be make for an awesome video. If you don't have the gear or don't wanna do the podcast you should definitely try to get them on Jocko's podcast. Those guy are the pinnacle of badassery!
Great video as always. Love your positivity
Thanks brother!
People do not understand how important networking actually is!
Enjoy your show, great job and Thank you for your service!!
Im a big "kit" guy, could you make a video talking about how much personalization you were allowed, and what kindve gear you were issued? If you wanted to and had the money could you replace your issued plate carrier or helmet with one you purchased? And could you customize anything on your rifle like optics and accessories? Love the channel and love to see you growing!
Will do for sure! Working with companies now to get the kit setup I liked
@@FNGACADEMY Thanks a lot! I know your channel isn't built around gear and gear reviews but I do think it would be really interesting to hear your thoughts on certain things issued to you and how they are better or worse than equipment available to civilians. Personally I think it a tragedy that most airsoft players have higher quality equipment than your standard infantryman and I was curious to see if that remained true with SOF guys. Keep up the great work, and I appreciate all you do for everyone. I have no intention of enlisting and certainly don't have the balls to make it to SF but still learn a lot from your videos, you make a positive difference in every viewers life, regardless of if they're the intended viewing audience or not
One last question for a video- do you have any freedom in selecting your weapon systems? Ive heard if you make it to a tier 1 unit you can essentially have any rifle you desire, but on a tier 2 level do you have the option to choose between the M4, SCAR, HK416 etc, or do you just get handed a pistol and rifle and you're stuck with that platform for x amount of time?
Buck is killing it with these topics!
Thanks homie!
You nailed it, they have you jump through hoops to see if you want it. Think of it as selection, if you put up with testing and resubmitting “lost” paperwork then you will more than likely make it
my dad was Marsoc he never heard back from any of them but a local swat had a guy to retire so he went through the process and stayed with them for a long while
Killing it as always! Thanks Buck, have a good one 👊
You too brother! 👊
Rocking that new fire cut 🔥. Really enjoyed your book Buck 👊🏼.
Thanks brother that means a lot!
50 something YO Cop here. Had a vanilla 9 year MP career, been a cop for 21 years so far. Enjoying your channel.
I’m also a former SWAT entry officer and the current commander of my PDs team. Just putting out to your listeners the fact that the VAST majority of LE SWAT teams are part time/additional duty gigs. Full time teams are rare and typically found in major Metro/City PDs. Even there, you are gonna have to (typically) prove your chops as a cop before you get on their team. My PD has varied from a 3 year to 5 year minimum time in service to even try out.
And you are correct unlike the military, SWAT billets can remain filled till a Cop gets promoted off of a Team or retires.
Depending on what State you are looking for LE work in you may have to deal with Civil Service tests and hiring lists too.
I cant THANK YOU enough for your service!!!!!
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I once was a stand in at Robin Sage in 2000. At that point in life I realized what L.D.R.S.H.I.P. was all about. The special mold God created for the special operator is one of excellence.
Look into CBP SRT(special response ream).
Noice bro and second 🥈! Wish for video about your preferred MultiCam camouflage pattern uniforms/clothing u used while being a Green Beret Operator.
Sure!
@@FNGACADEMY cool thanks
Putting out great content! Keep it up!
Any transitioning vets, look at the Marshals as well. I'm currently in the hiring process, I'm not SF just a prior infantry Marine. That agency is very vet friendly, but highly competitive. There are opportunities to get selected for SRT/SOG once you put in some time with the agency.
People need to stop hating police 🚔
Thank you for talking about this
I love this channel man
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The networking tips are so important 🔥🔥
appreciate the video brotha 🙏
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Apply like a year before ETS to the FBI. Process takes forever. Also, for SF dudes, tons of cadre opportunities and chances to go overseas without being HRT.
HRT has had 100s of operators. Some training programs have had less than 30. It's a good gig to train, and you can TDY while instructing.
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Cadre for the FBI or cadre for Group? Never heard of anything that sounded that cool. Range 37 maybe but you are non deployable.
@@JesusChrist2000BC FBI, not sure what the max is but cadre had 2 guys (one who was the boss) TDY for 4? months. Have to volunteer but pay is pretty solid.
@@hiitsklyie I'm guessing as advisors? I guess I can't see what we'd being doing with them overseas. Only FBI I've even seen overseas was to process SSE sitting on a FOB getting fat. Not a bad gig for the money but seems pretty low speed.
@@JesusChrist2000BC they do their own thing depending on what unit. Plenty of non-hrt guys are pretty active overseas. Support staff are often fat, lol
Edit: They aren't usually rolling with group, maybe in a pinch.
The difference between SF/Ranger and SWAT is completely and 100% different. My advice to people getting out who want to be in a tactical unit is to go federal. I have Ranger buddies in the ATF, Marshals, Secret Service, FBI etc and they all have special teams and some characters either have special operation backgrounds or they were on tactical teams in large cities like Chicago and New York.
Another awesome video!!! Thank you
Thanks bro!
Could you do a video on each of the SF groups if you can? I'm just wondering if they each have different responsibilities or if they only vary by location. I watched the video where you explained mobility and dive teams, I liked that one. It ended too soon haha
I had no idea what I wanted to do when I got out. Wish I would have planned ahead!
If going for law enforcement, look for approved courses. Some may be free like MCTFT, RCTA, HIDTA or others where you may have pay for courses. These places offer courses ranging from courtroom testimony to high risk warrant service.
Do you know if there are any of these approved courses for individuals that are not apart of an agency/department? Thanks.
As fmr OGA, he’s on the money with this advice.
Apply early, don’t fudge on your poly & network your tail off.
Sure...
If you need work right away, check out the DIA, securitas AB, and PINKERTON security services. SAAB is also hiring intel and security English speaking in Brazil.
Be well
Great advice. You’re killing it dude!
On another note, is that scope ring?
I started applying to local PD little over a year before i ets and barely got any response back...luckily i start my police academy next n start working shortly after.
The advice he gives for the poly is serious. Myself and some of my coworkers had a HORRIBLE polygrapher to get into DHS. Play along, check your ego, be humble, and don't push back too hard, they can really make the process a horrible experience.
facts. I pushed back and she won lmao
This is true. Just “play” the game with the polygraphers bc they are trained to find ways to bounce people out
Thank You Buck.🙏
Thank you!
Hope someday u will come here in philipines to teach all security agencies how to hundle.
Don’t forget state department. Teams DSS agents I did that when I got out marine corps
My dad did that after the border patrol, which was after the marine corps. It's a great job you get to travel around the world and get paid to learn languages
Just so you know you are my hero
I’m going to be realist here, for a certain genre of folks. If anyone, who is going to become a Marine, thinks you can do college simultaneously and finish the degree, think again.
It is almost impossible unless you do 10+ years in service and that’s a maybe. For combat MOS’ Atleast. POGs, depending on MOS, can easily do it.
I got about 21 hours of school done over 4 years. That’s a little less than a year’s worth of school .That’s with TRYING to go to school and having to convince my command plenty of times to let me go. The last 18 hours were only possible because my unit deployed, I stayed back and convinced the SNCOs to let me attend school.
I did a CLEP exam, earned 12 hours. but did not include that in my aforementioned tally.
The following message is for everyone: CLEP exams are the easiest way to get college credit if you’re disciplined. Plus I believe the first clep exam you take, for each subject, should be free to you as active duty. With the more reputable schools you are limited on the amount of CLEP credit you can apply to your degree.
My background was in the infantry. I now hold a Master of Accountancy degree.
Thanks for the content man.
Hey, could you make a video on the 75th rangers regimental reconnaissance company if you haven’t already.
yo Roger you should check out David Goggins
Just wondering ,with the most respect did we do some uphill long distance shooting got a burr where the scope might hit the brow? Still killing it brother thank you for my freedom
I think normally you have to be a Special Agent fro 3 years but with SF background it's two.
Bucky kidd I didn’t know you wrote a book tf. Im ordering it now
Cracking me up with that polygrapher stuff. Hilarious and good advice at the same time.
Kyle?! What’s up my dude!!!
@@FNGACADEMY Just enjoying the show buddy. Crushing it
How good is swat compared to say marine infantry. Not a full scale battle per say but man to man
Happy Easter bro 🇺🇸
Another great video.
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Yes thanks
Hey Buck, when will we get the audio book? ;)
Fire cut bro
Thanks homie!
Great video! Greetings from Norway 🇳🇴
Sean " Buck " Rogers: Where De Oppresso Liber meets Protect and Serve, from US Army Special Forces to Denver Police Department SWAT. Twice the Servant!!🇺🇸🦅🗽📜👮🚔🚓
is there a video where you discuss the kind of stuff you did on the city wide impact team?
Don't SF and CAG work along side the CIA Special Activities Group...?
Hey what if I’m in MARSOC? I wanna join counterterrorism when I get out. I’m joining the Marines this year.
I want to be marine recon
I want to be marine recon
The CIA being connection thing seems true. Nic McKinley who was SF and went CIA, said they hired a lot of his buddies from the groups.
Be careful though. There’s a difference between staff officer and contractor.
@@whatever9042 he was in the agency. Not a contractor
@@vrcmf3172 the agency contracts a lot of people especially the tactical side.
@@whatever9042 yes. That’s what he did. I was just commenting on the fact that he said hiring for the agency was very hard... and that a connection went a long way. Because he brought in a lot of his former team on.
The CIA had a lot of paramilitary officers during hostilities in Iraq and Afghanistan. Expect hiring for those positions to slow to a trickle now that things have slowed down in the Sandbox. They have about all the paramilitary guys they will need for a while.
The paramilitary people have always been a small percentage of the DO anyway.
Key word. “Degree”
You really know you made the super secret handshake club when you work for three letter agencies. The pride you must feel, what an honor!😉👁🌀🤘🏻🌞🦉🌈🐐
Good stuff brother! These are the kinds of different videos other military channels don’t post about. Lmao funny how you say play along and act like they break you down while going through a polygraph 🤣🤣🤣
It’s true gotta ignore that ego 😆
Hey buck, have you ever worked with Air Force TACPs? I know you’ve worked with Combat Controllers.
I wanted to be a ranger but unfortunately discovered I am disqualified from enlisting due to a nut allergy so law enforcement seems like the best option wondering what type team I should go for any advice
Awesome video
Also don't forget about the US Marshals Special Operations Group.
mad respect brother!! I have a question that no one really has been able to answer for me. Why is it that SF, Seals, Rangers you're all over tv or medias but not the Marines or the Recon/Raiders Marines. I love you, Tim Kennedy, Andy Stumpt and Joko but I would really like to find a channel like yours that is Marines driven. thx.
Marines Raiders haven’t been involved in the SOF community long at all, and haven’t had the time to build as big a reputation like the aforementioned ones. Marine Recon has been around for a while, but they generally get shafted and any real world mission they could do typically goes to another SOF group
Try Nick Koumalatsos. Former Recon and Raider turned youtuber/business owner.
Still have attend the academy and do you time before you allow to HRT/SRT.
I plan on going hrt after spending some time in the 75th. They've got the trp where you only need 2 years as a special agent before trying out for hrt.
Service service has a water division too most them want degrees
Me at 0:05 seconds: geeet seeeleeected
Do you have any videos on how to get into a private military contracting company after SF?
that is networking as well, you will meet contractors over seas
1:22 fukin HILARIOUS... "you can quit any time you want to" bahahhaaa I seriously almost spit my food out when you said that esp with the way you said it lololol
I just wanted wanted to go in and get my long tab to open up doors but I learned and realized much is not what it seems. And I was black balled by Pickney's sorry ass. So much did not go the way it was supposed to, and "I myself" screwed myself in several ways too. Shit I might even make a video of "MY story" with details to help others avoid my tragedy. And I'll say this quick, no matter how good you shoot dead center, how many pushups n situps you can do, running is VERY important and I didn't realize that before going in. My legs didnt handle the weight and running at 34 years old going in after decades without running as an adult. do yourself a favor..... RUN and RUCK. or at least walk around with a weighted vest for a good while.
good stuff man
Thanks homie!
What about if you're trying to switch from active duty to the National Guard/Reserves and trying to get into one of the alphabet agencies at the same time?
please can you do a video about how marines can join the FBI?
Sweet video man
Thanks homie!