Some cases require you to work long hours. Do you have an issue working long hours when needed?

Focus on letting the interviewer know that you are not afraid of long hours and hard work. If you have worked as a criminal investigator before, describe how you know what the job entails and understand that working long hours is part of the job. If you are new to the investigative field, give an example of when you have put in long hours at university or in another profession.

You want to avoid showing the interviewer that you are not a team player by saying you cannot work past your scheduled hours. If you will not be dedicated to your job and do what it takes during an investigation, the interviewer will look for another candidate who has more flexibility with their schedule and dedication to their career.

"No, I do not have an issue working long hours when needed. I have worked as a criminal investigator for the past 15 years and understand the job completely. I do not think I have gone home at my scheduled time most of my working life! But, working to resolve a case is worth the long hours in the end."

"As a recent graduate with my bachelor's degree in criminal justice, I understand putting in long hours. I was a full-time student and worked part-time during those years. I am used to putting in 12 to 16-hour days, and I do not feel this job will be much different when working an investigation."