Who is the head of the FBI?

Focus on keeping your answer short and concise. There is no need to describe how long the current Director has been appointed or who the previous Director was. That is good information to know if the interviewer asks you; however, it does not apply to this question. The interviewer only wants to see that you know who the current Director is.

Avoid giving an incorrect answer. Be thorough in your research, and be ready to answer any questions the interviewers may have. If you name someone who is not the current Director or you do not know that the FBI has a Director in charge, it shows the interviewer that you did not do your research.

Remember to review the FBI website before your interview to ensure there have not been any personnel changes. If you give an incorrect response or do not know the answer, the interviewer will assume you do not pay attention to detail and are not thorough in your investigations.

"The FBI is led by a Director, who is currently Christopher A. Wray."

"Since 1908, there collectively have been 20 Directors of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. The longest serving director was Edgar J. Hoover, who served for 48 years, the longest serving director in United States History. In 1976, Congress passed laws restricting the terms of any subsequent director to a limit of ten years. Christopher Wray is the current director, as of August 2017."