Fire Department Interview Tactics

Actively participate in each phase of the interview process outlined in this book and you’ll be on your way to achieving success on your fire department interview! Focused on both the entrance, as well as the promotional interview, this training manual features a thorough explanation of the fire department oral interview process -- from the examination announcement and eligibility list to resume guidelines and post-interview procedures. Helpful methods for fielding firefighting questions and developing problem-solving skills are also highlighted. A valuable practice section at the end of the book arms readers with the “do’s” and “don’ts” they need to make a good first impression while avoiding common pitfalls during the interview process.

Benefits:

• reader-friendly engaging format, including “Tips for Success,” provides practical advice for achieving success in the interview and beyond

• emphasizes practice methods to not only excel at the oral interview, but also to promote the professional attitudes that lead to success as a firefighter or fire officer

• comprehensively explores five methods of practicing for an oral interview that will give readers an edge over the competition

• useful problem-solving questions and practice problems are featured for entry-level firefighter candidates as well as fire officer candidates,

• recommendations for setting up mock interviews allow candidates to simulate the oral interview and provide for more focused practice

• an Instructor’s Guide on CD-ROM is available to the instructor for classroom training, including Answers to the Review Questions and PowerPoint presentations.