Would you object to being relocated as a field agent in a remote area?
Working for the FBI will require sacrifice on your part, which may come in the form of relocation, going undercover, or traveling for work. This need for relocation depends on the role to which you are applying. If you are hired as a Special Agent, you will be required to sign a mobility agreement, so you would be unable to object to relocation if needed. The interviewer asks this question to see if you would be available for relocation if hired as a Special Agent.
If you are open to relocation, keep your response short and enthusiastic. If you feel that you can't relocate at the moment, express that you wish to be flexible but are unsure if that could work at this time. But, be prepared not to get chosen to represent the FBI if you cannot relocate.
Focus on keeping your answer short and to the point. The interviewer does not expect a long explanation; they only want to determine if you would oppose the relocation and if you understand a mobility agreement would need to be signed when hired.
If relocating would not work for you at the moment, avoid simply saying that you could not relocate. The interviewer expects a reason for why you would not be able to move out of the area so they can determine if you would be a strong candidate for the position.
Remember to keep your answer short and describe the situation that would keep you from relocating if you are unable to. The interviewer may be sympathetic to your situation and understand why you could not move at this point. You also want to remember to let the interviewer know you are flexible and willing to help the bureau in other ways, even if relocating is not in the cards.
"At this time, I care for my elderly parents and would be unable to relocate. I am flexible in many areas, including the hours I work, and am open to short-term travel."
"I am open to relocation at any time. I've structured my personal life around this opportunity, and would be fully committed to a career with the FBI. I am flexible, adaptable, and would rise to any occasion to answer the call of duty."
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Anonymous Answer
No, I am very flexible and would go wherever the FBI needs me.
Krista's Feedback
Solid answer, and to the point.
Anonymous Answer
I am more than willing to relocate anywhere that I am needed. While I will certainly miss my friends and family, my current personal life and a curiosity and desire to live somewhere new allow me to have all the flexibility necessary for a major lifestyle and career change.
Krista's Feedback
Very well said! You sound enthusiastic and flexible in exploring the exciting opportunities ahead.
Anonymous Answer
Absolutely not. I would relish the opportunity to go where the job needs to be done and be proud to represent the Bureau in that way. I have spent a great deal of time in new places and know I could thrive in a situation like this.
Krista's Feedback
Awesome answer! Your enthusiasm and dedication shine. I like how you've further qualified your ability to move to locations new to you/thrive in new situations.
Anonymous Answer
Absolutely, I would relocate. I am well aware that becoming a Federal Agent may be subject to relocation to which my personal life will allow at this moment.
Krista's Feedback
Good! Your answer is to the point and shows a strong willingness to do what it takes to work with the FBI.
Anonymous Answer
No, I am able and willing to relocate as needed.
Krista's Feedback
Good. Straight-forward and to the point.
Anonymous Answer
I consider some of my strongest skills to be my flexibility and adaptability, so I would not object to being relocated. My current personal life allows me to go where the Bureau needs me.
Krista's Feedback
Excellent! response; this shows a high level of adaptability.
Anonymous Answer
I would have no objection if I have to be relocated for my career. I take my career very importantly and if it benefits me, as in I can learn more and help the agency, I am all for it.
Krista's Feedback
Great! This response shows enthusiasm and dedication to your career.
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