Arson Investigator Mock Interview
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Question 30 of 30
Why did you leave your last job?
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Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
The interviewer wants to know why you left your last job to see if you were fired, gave notice, or were furloughed. If you were fired, they want to see if you admit why you were fired, if you take responsibility, and what you learned from the experience. If you gave notice, they want to understand what you did not like about your job to see if you will fit in with the company culture if hired.
Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
Focus on being direct and honest, and explain why you left your last place of employment. If you gave notice, were furloughed, or fired, describe the circumstances behind your departure. Be sure to end your response on a positive note and tell the interviewer how you are excited to have the opportunity to interview for the position with their company.
Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
Avoid saying anything negative about your previous employer, supervisor, customers, or coworkers. When you speak poorly of others, it shows the interviewer that you may be a challenging person to work with and talk about others behind their backs. If you left on a good note and have a letter of recommendation, highlight that in your response.
Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
"I left my last job to pursue a career as an Arson Investigator. I worked as a wildland firefighter and was interested in changing careers. I left the agency to go to school full-time and complete my degree more quickly. I gave my two weeks' notice and received an excellent letter of recommendation from my chief. I have a copy of the letter if you want to see it."
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