Interview with Director of the CHP - QAP Tips and Strategies

The California Highway Patrol [CHP] Qualification Panel Interview [QAP] is often the most horrific event in the CHP's testing. With solid preparation and common sense, this face-to-face combination can be easily controlled and successfully completed.

Remember, first of all, the time spent on this weary hot seat is usually only around 30-45 minutes - about the same amount of time can give a positive impression to any new employer, future partner or newcomer. In-laws. This interview is a small part of your time, but it has a very important impact on your life.

Preparation is the key to a successful QAP experience, so let's explore some options that can be used to get you ready.

• Study the duties and qualifications of CHP staff
• Talk to your CHP recruiter
• Establish or participate in a scheduled practice interview
• Study CHP Student Gazette [CHP 179D]
• View CHP official website
• Talk to an officer of the current CHP
• Participate in approved long-distance cycling with CHP officials
• Submit your application [STD 678] to memory

The last point may seem extreme, but consider that this document is what your interview team members will review before the interview and can be used as a springboard to start their problems.

QAP follows a standardized format and should be considered a formal interview. This means that your manners, wear and behavior should show respect. You have the opportunity to show yourself and demonstrate your abilities and qualifications - your respect should reflect what you have done to achieve this.

Follow some common sense rules on the day of the interview:

• I had a good night's sleep the night before.
• Eat at least 2 hours before the interview
• Wearing a conservative business dress, tailoring, simple lines
• Bring your photo ID
• Arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled interview time
• Ask the team member's name and correct pronunciation
• Sit back and relax - check your background and smile!

The QAP format is provided by you to provide answers to questions from members of the interview team. These questions include direct inquiries about your background, education, experience and skills, as well as hypothetical questions that require you to make a judgment. No two interviews are similar, but each interview has the same goal: to assess the value of your application as a CHP.

You can take advantage of this opportunity by remembering some simple things:

1. Maintain a high level of attention - continue to focus on current issues.
2. Stand out with confidence and be careful - sit up straight, but if you feel fit or let you relax and look more natural, you can move or gesture.
3. Listen carefully - Reply when you are asked a question, but if necessary, allow yourself some time to collect your thoughts.
4. Let the interview team guide things - they are your guide through this event, let them show the way forward.
5. Use verbal clarity - Say what you mean by using recognized terms and phrases - slang and idioms ["you know", "like", "hmm"] indicate lack of concentration and poor communication skills.
6. Keep your answers simple and concise - Insignificant details distract important issues: You are the asset of CHP.
7. Be merciful - if you don't respect it, you can destroy the chance you get - if you point out the wrong judgment, accept it, and move on regardless of the card.

Your interview will usually end and you will be asked to make an end statement. This is the moment you shine, you should clearly see this "speech" in the process of practicing it, it will happen naturally. Be friendly, but be serious. Your intentions are obvious, you want to be a CHP student - make sure your sincerity comes from the heart rather than the robot.

It is appropriate to shake hands with the interview team members at the end of the interview.

Do not end your interview by asking when the interview results will be notified. The applicant will not be notified by email 4-5 weeks after the interview.

Going into your QAP interview is well prepared and you will go out with confidence, pride and a sense of true success.

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