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Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"As a recent graduate from the Criminology program, I have a strong overview of criminal law. With that said, I have room to grow when it comes to the law in our specific region. Do you have any recommendations regarding training? I want to join in this role with the utmost knowledge."

Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
Depending on the region where you apply, you may be required to have a background in criminal justice and law. Speak openly with the hiring authority regarding your level of knowledge when it comes to the law. Be honest and show a willingness to learn in your role as a Police Dispatcher.

Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"I have received a great amount of training during my dispatch career; however, there is always more to learn since criminal law is always changing. Most important to me, while growing my dispatch skills, is my ability to handle a range of situations with utmost care and poise. I am eager to take any training you offer and recommend."

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I don't have an extensive knowledge of criminal law, but as I am always eager to learn and be as prepared as possible, I would be willing to learn as much as I possibly could in order to be prepared for this position.

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Very good. If you don't have the knowledge, expressing your willingness to learn is a good alternative.
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I do not have a background in criminal justice, but I have an insatiable desire to learn new things. I am eager to learn as much as I need and more to be prepared to serve San Bernardino as a Police Dispatcher.
Marcie's Feedback
It's great that you're eager to learn. Can you discuss why criminal law interests you? Allow your passion for helping others to shine through here. Also, if you have any sort of backstory behind why you want to pursue this type of career, be sure to mention it here. Nice job!
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