QUESTION 20 OF 30

Tell me about an organization or group you have contributed to outside of work.

Many hiring managers will choose one candidate over another because of their volunteer experience. They feel that it shows strong character and selflessness - all qualities that make a great employee. Talk to the interviewer about your willingness to give back to your community in some form of volunteerism. If you do not have formal volunteer experience, you can draw on things you do in your spare time to assist friends, family, or even your current employer.

The interviewer wants to hear about contributions you have made to the community. If you have volunteered specifically in a manner related to your role as an Arson Investigator, focus on the projects you have contributed to. If your volunteer experience does not include work-related contributions, that is fine.

If you do not have volunteer experience, avoid saying that you do. The interviewer may ask for a letter of recommendation from the volunteer coordinator or a phone number they can call for a reference. You will not be disqualified as a candidate for not having volunteer experience, but you will be if you are dishonest in your interview.

"I have volunteered for the past ten years with Shriner's Hospital, our local fire department's Fill the Boot Drive, and Burn Survivor Camps. I became a volunteer while working as a firefighter and find them all rewarding causes that give back to the community."

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