The question that i am worrying about most of all is ' why do you want this job?'. Now i know that i really want the job. Its with the Police force but not as an officer. I just cant put into words why i do. Sounds pretty stupid i know! I currently work in Banking and dislike it alot! I cant say that in the interview i know. I think its just my nerves that are making me think like this!
2007-03-20 10:59:24 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Just say, I enjoy working with people and helping them. I want a job that is interesting and varied. I really respect police officers and what they contribute towards making society at safe place and want to be a part of this.
2007-03-20 11:03:53 · answer #1 · answered by IzzyB 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you really want the job, not just the money, then you may well come across better than other candidates. Not sure why you would not want to be an officer, maybe later, so don't close that door. I guess when you join the police, you don't just get one particular assignment, you must be ready to change from time to time, so show flexibility. Maybe you are just not sure yet.
The main thing is to project a positive image. You may not like your current job, but there is a smart way of saying it, and other ways. The smart way is to strike some rough balance between the pros and cons, but explain why the cons win. The other way is to deprecate your employer, your boss, your colleagues, or the whole banking sector. No one likes a bitter candidate. Believe me, this makes the whole difference.
This is really exciting. Good luck. I wish Yahoo Answers allowed a two-way dialogue sometimes so those who answer get to know what happened next.
2007-03-20 18:17:22 · answer #2 · answered by Me 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
On an interview with the police they will be looking to see what sort of person you are and why you want the role.
The sort of things to say are "Ever since I was a child I have always wanted to be a police man" or "I get on really well with people and I think I came make a difference on the street" or "I am a very public minded person and when I see what is going on in our society and want to make a positive impact" or the classic one "I am looking for a career and not a job, something I can feel proud of doing"
2007-03-20 18:12:11 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
First off good luck i got in then i was placed on a waiting list for 12 months waiting for a placement then my application expired and i had to re-apply.
Be honest you have applied to make a difference, you feel that you have the mental and physical abilities that's why you have reached this stage.
You want to help communities to feel safer however you know you cannot do this alone yet you know if the forces work together then even a small difference is a big step forward to making a change.
Let me know how you get on samuel.phoenix@blueyonder.co.uk
Again good luck and do not worry at the end of the day the eat sleep and **** like the best of us so do not feel intimidated they want you to get in as much as you do.
finger crossed.
2007-03-20 18:06:18 · answer #4 · answered by smokeyphoenix1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell the truth on how you feel. Why you want to leave the banking business to a field that you can attribute in a small way to making your community a better place and that you are so much more motivated to do this kind of work.
2007-03-20 18:08:01 · answer #5 · answered by lee f 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just say that you are looking for a job that will challenge you and that you will enjoy. Pick out traits of the job that you find fascinating and tell them that you'd love working under such circumstances. Stuff like that.
They are going to ask this question to everyone they interview. You want your answer to stand out in a very positive way.
2007-03-20 18:07:54 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
look at what they want from you - read the job description and advert to see the key things they want to hear.
say you want a role where you can....help people, progress your career etc or where you can use your skills in blah blah blah depending on what the role says
as for why you are leaving your current role. be sensible but honest. why don't you like it is it because there is no progression? there is no people contact, no support ? etc
again think about what this role offers eg if the role is looking for someone to review and implement changes say you are leaving as the role you have doesn't allow you to influence procedures when you can see improvements.
hope this helps.
2007-03-20 18:09:16 · answer #7 · answered by beebeee 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How about.... you have wanted a change of career and now feels like the right time for you to join up. You are ready for responsibility and want to be able to help people. You would like to join up because it is a respected profession and you are right for the job. Hope that gets you started. Good luck I hope you get in.
2007-03-20 18:07:45 · answer #8 · answered by Charley 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Say 'I don't want just another job, I want a career...' and then list all the things that attract you to the police, perhaps:
Power
Nice sparkly uniform
Unrepentant racism
Shooting electricians
Backhanders
Some people reckon HR bods love to hear this type of BS.
All the best!
2007-03-20 18:06:22 · answer #9 · answered by idler22 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Doesn't sound stupid at all, Enthusiasm goes along way. Make sure you express that at the interview and they'll know your gonna work hard once your in. Very Good Luck to you..
2007-03-20 18:08:15 · answer #10 · answered by nitenurse 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋