Investigator Mock Interview
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Question 36 of 40
Occasionally, our investigative team will travel to pursue evidence or a suspect. Do you have an issue with traveling when needed?
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Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
As a criminal investigator, you must be flexible with your hours and travel when needed for an investigation. If travel is required for the position, the agency will typically put that in the job description, so you should be aware of this requirement before your interview. The interviewer wants to hear that you understand the requirement and do not have reasons for being unable to travel.
Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
When responding to this question, focus on letting the interviewer know that you can travel when needed. Describe how you are familiar with how investigations work and that you are available to travel for as long as necessary to complete your investigation.
Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
To be considered for the job, you want to avoid saying that you cannot travel. If you have an outside obligation that would make traveling difficult, such as taking care of an elder or child, describe your situation and explain how you will find someone to help cover you while you are traveling.
Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
"No, I do not have an issue with traveling when needed. I have worked as an investigator for six years and understand that traveling is part of the job. I want to let you know that I have my son every weekend. If I need to travel on the weekend, I need a little advance notice to arrange childcare while I am gone. But, I want to assure you that traveling will not be an issue. I have a great support system that helps me when needed."
Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
"I love traveling and will not have an issue with traveling when needed. I am excited by the opportunity to go to different places while conducting an investigation."
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