k9 interview Q&A
Why do you want the specialty position? - (correct answer)I VALUE THE IMPORTANCE
OF THE k9 UNIT
-K9 and handlers one of the most effective 'tools' in law enforcement
-Appreciate their ability to do tasks nothing else is capable of
- Feel it would be a position I would highly enjoy and excel at.
What do you see as the role of the speciality position? - (correct answer)I see the role
as an officer that looks to utilize K-9 to assist in
-apprehending felony suspects, and serious misd situations
-searching/locating evidence, and persons in emergency situations
-deter crime
-increase officer safety
-assist patrol
-responsibility of care for K9 partner
- team player
-trusted to work unsupervised
What type of training and experience do you have that will assist you in becoming
effective in the role of the speciality position? - (correct answer)-first, I have no formal
training on being a k9 handler, but I believe I have the work ethic and the ability to mold
to positions in order to be successful
-exp being self motivated pro-active police officer that takes pride in making felony
arrest
, -exp remaining calm & making good decisions under pressure
-exp of walking cover and placing myself in situations to assist canine officers.
-exp being a team player and collaborating with others
-exp writing detailed reports that I've been commended on in the past
-exp maintaining high level physical fitness
- proactive policing course
-investigative training, A-ONE Cleet course, Street Crimes rotation,
Would you be willing to adjust your work schedule in accordance to the vacancy
announcement - (correct answer)Yes, I will adjust my schedule to whatever the unit
needs. If I get the position it will be a priority for me to be a reliable member.
What would you need to change and/or what quality do you need to improve on to
enhance your ability in the specialty assignment? - (correct answer)Because I am
independent &take pride in my work, something that I believe I need to continue to work
on is my ability to be confident in asking for help. I have improved on this is by helping
younger officers which raises my confidence when its my turn to ask for help. I also
understand there is a ton of knowledge and experience on this department, and when
I'm struggling to learn something new I have continued to place my self in situations with
others who have the knowledge or experience. For example I applied to do rotation with
GID street crimes & it has placed me in a position to learn from more experienced
investigators.
Why do you want the specialty position? - (correct answer)I VALUE THE IMPORTANCE
OF THE k9 UNIT
-K9 and handlers one of the most effective 'tools' in law enforcement
-Appreciate their ability to do tasks nothing else is capable of
- Feel it would be a position I would highly enjoy and excel at.
What do you see as the role of the speciality position? - (correct answer)I see the role
as an officer that looks to utilize K-9 to assist in
-apprehending felony suspects, and serious misd situations
-searching/locating evidence, and persons in emergency situations
-deter crime
-increase officer safety
-assist patrol
-responsibility of care for K9 partner
- team player
-trusted to work unsupervised
What type of training and experience do you have that will assist you in becoming
effective in the role of the speciality position? - (correct answer)-first, I have no formal
training on being a k9 handler, but I believe I have the work ethic and the ability to mold
to positions in order to be successful
-exp being self motivated pro-active police officer that takes pride in making felony
arrest
, -exp remaining calm & making good decisions under pressure
-exp of walking cover and placing myself in situations to assist canine officers.
-exp being a team player and collaborating with others
-exp writing detailed reports that I've been commended on in the past
-exp maintaining high level physical fitness
- proactive policing course
-investigative training, A-ONE Cleet course, Street Crimes rotation,
Would you be willing to adjust your work schedule in accordance to the vacancy
announcement - (correct answer)Yes, I will adjust my schedule to whatever the unit
needs. If I get the position it will be a priority for me to be a reliable member.
What would you need to change and/or what quality do you need to improve on to
enhance your ability in the specialty assignment? - (correct answer)Because I am
independent &take pride in my work, something that I believe I need to continue to work
on is my ability to be confident in asking for help. I have improved on this is by helping
younger officers which raises my confidence when its my turn to ask for help. I also
understand there is a ton of knowledge and experience on this department, and when
I'm struggling to learn something new I have continued to place my self in situations with
others who have the knowledge or experience. For example I applied to do rotation with
GID street crimes & it has placed me in a position to learn from more experienced
investigators.
