Interview

[Scooter88]

I have an interview coming up at a local volunteer FD.
I was wondering how these interviews usually go as opposed to full time department interviews.
I assume it is still formal (suit/tie). And most likely a panal interview.

Any thoughts/suggestions would be great.

thanks!

[bbeck]

Mine was fairly simple. My first meeting was with the Chief very casual shorts and t-shirt neat but not dressy. Second was with the officers again jeans and t-shirt casual. I had no idea what I was getting into just told them I am not looking to make a career change but I want to help in my community. That was in October, I finish rookie fire school in a week or two. We finished Extrication class last night and I will be signing up for first responder training this weekend.

Good luck!

[voyager9]

One word: KY.

Seriously, It varies from department to department. Some are formal, some not. My department does not have a formal entry interview, though it does for promotions.

I would err on the side of wearing at least a shirt/tie, if not a suit. I'd rather be overdressed then under.

[tree68]

We have a committee that interviews applicants. Since we're pretty laid back, somebody who showed up here for the interview in a three piece suit might get some funny looks....

That said, dress nice, even if it's not in a suit and tie. This is not the time for that oil soaked t-shirt, sweat stained 'gimme' hat and holey jeans. (Some people don't seem to understand that...)

Probably more important is to bring a good attitude.

[jam24u]

Is the department a very compliant and elite department, then wear a tie and dress respectful.

Be serious and not a goofy friend in the interview.

That's often the problem with some departments. They want to operate like a social organization like a church or a historical society. That is wrong. The department needs to operate like a serious agency branch of the government, which it actually is. (Doing so can impress the local government to treat it and support it like they should.)

Be like a soldier which you are.

[Scooter88]

Good insight. Thanks guys!!
Interview on Tuesday.

[voyager9]

We have a committee that interviews applicants. Since we're pretty laid back, somebody who showed up here for the interview in a three piece suit might get some funny looks....

Depends what the three pieces are..

[pasobuff]

Depends what the three pieces are..

In Trees' neck of the woods it is probably bib overalls, baseball cap and a Carhart jacket!

[tree68]

In Trees' neck of the woods it is probably bib overalls, baseball cap and a Carhart jacket!

Hey, now! A pair of clean jeans will be just fine!

[pasobuff]

Hey, now! A pair of clean jeans will be just fine!

Ok...maybe I'll give you that one!

[hwoods]

And.............

HEY SCOOTER!!...... Good Luck, and please let us know how it went...........

[Scooter88]

Thanks guys!
Interview went well and they have accepted me!
Orientation this weekend. Can't wait to get started.

[hwoods]

Ok!!..............

Thanks guys!
Interview went well and they have accepted me!
Orientation this weekend. Can't wait to get started.

Welcome to the club.............