CBP Mock Interview
Practice 35 CBP interview questions covering integrity, law enforcement scenarios, and border security protocols.
Question 9 of 35
Besides border agents, CBP employs forensic scientists, international trade specialists, public affairs officers, and other specialists. Talk to us about the unique skills you will bring to our agency.
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Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
Customs and Border Protection is the nation's largest Federal law enforcement agency. For this reason, the agency looks for a significant range of talent when it comes to the security professionals and agents they bring into the fold. Advertise your unique qualities, characteristics, experience and knowledge, which will help you to stand apart from the other candidates. Be your greatest advocate.
Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"I believe one area of skill that stands out is my ability to quickly make critical decisions based on my ability to read and understand laws, legal commentary, and regulations. This skill comes from the knowledge I gained from obtaining my degree in Criminal Law. I am eager to apply this learning for the benefit of Customs and Border Protection and my country overall."
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A unique skill of mine is my ability to make sound judgments even when faced with a stressful situation. In my career, I have dealt with many critical incidents including shootings and robberies that required quick and sound judgment. I believe that this skill will be beneficial to this agency due to the unpredictable nature of the work. I understand due to my experience in law enforcement that there is no such thing as a "normal" day and a critical incident is not something that we wish for but is often unavoidable.
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This is an outstanding revision. It's very convincing. Nice work.
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I have the ability to be able to work with people of different backgrounds and religions. I am more of a team player, that likes to complete a task as a team instead of doing it individually to be glorified.
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So you're able to work in a diverse environment and are a good team player. That's great. What else? Are you physically fit? Are you knowledgeable about criminal justice and law enforcement? Are you a strong leader? Ethical? Empathetic? A critical thinker? Decisive? Make sure to provide the interviewer with a solid list of the skills you have to offer.
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