CBP Mock Interview
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Customs and Border Protection agents are on the front lines of guarding the country against illegal activity. How will you meet the mental demands of this job?
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As per the CBP.gov website, working for Customs and Border Protection is a strenuous job. Throughout your application, you will need to pass a structured interview and show the characteristics and traits that every CBP employee needs to possess. These competencies include solid judgment, strong decision-making skills, emotional maturity, interpersonal skills, a cooperative nature, and sensitivity toward others. Familiarizing yourself with these core competencies. Be prepared to provide examples of how you will meet and exceed these expectations. Be sure to incorporate their language as much as possible into your answer, while providing tangible examples rather than blanket statements of competency.
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 know that CBP looks for candidates who are skilled in decision making and have emotional maturity while showing sensitivity to others. When it comes to these mental demands, I will meet and exceed your expectations. Based on my previous work experience in high-pressure roles such as large events security, I have proven my ability to make wise, calculated decisions that benefit large public groups. I fully embrace the inclusion efforts put forward by CBP and have shown my desire to help diverse groups through the volunteer efforts listed on my resume. I am emotionally mature and have been practicing stoicism for the past three years, which means training myself to be emotionally resilient."
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I believe that I am mentally prepared for this line of work. On my time off of work, I de-stress by exercising, hanging out with friends and family, walking my dog, and completing house projects.
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Good. Being able to manage stress is important. Are there any other qualities that you bring which would help meet the demands of the work?
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