Department of Juvenile Justice Mock Interview
Practice 30 Department of Juvenile Justice interview questions covering youth advocacy, crisis intervention, and rehabilitation philosophy.
Question 17 of 30
What motivates you?
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Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
"Doing the good work. I'm an overachiever in every way. My rule of thumb is to always pad the job. It's my insurance policy for a job well done. So putting my all in and being acknowledged for my efforts is motive enough. This is how I've successfully advanced my career. If it works, keep doing what you're doing."
Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
The interviewer wants to ensure that pay isn't your only motivator. Additionally, they're interested in your reasons and motivators for entering this field. They're also curious if you have a personal motivation to rehabilitate the sentenced, such as social responsibility or a desire for a fair outcome and a general concern for others.
Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
Whatever your reasons for wanting to work in this field, you should spend some time rehearsing your answer. Whether you're interested in helping the sentenced to get back on track, or working in a structured, high-pressure environment, be honest with your reasons for seeking this position. Be respectful, professional, and unbiased.
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