⟩ Basic Traffic Patrol Officer Job Interview Questions
☛ Can you tell us about yourself in a few words?
☛ Why is your chosen line of field, the police forces? Or, why do you want to be in the police forces?
☛ Give us an idea about your educational background and achievements. How do they relate to this particular profession?
☛ Do you have any criminal convictions that we need to be aware of?
☛ What according to you is the most important aspect of being a police officer?
☛ Are you restrained by any medical conditions that might affect your job, if selected?
☛ How important do you think it is to work in a team? Have you had any past experiences?
☛ Did you prepare for this interview? How?
☛ Give us one example of a situation when you helped another person.
☛ Suppose you see a coworker pick-pocketing during a drug search, what actions will you take, if any?
☛ What are your weaknesses? Have you ever tried overcoming them? How?
☛ What sort of mind-set does a police officer need to have when dealing with hardcore criminals?
☛ Are you driven towards a passion for justice or do you want this job for money?
☛ Name some personal qualities that make you well suited for this job.
☛ How often do you consume alcohol?
☛ In most departments, the gun is a very important part of the police force. How would you feel when carrying the same and taking someone’s life in your hands?
☛ For example, if your brother is convicted of a first degree murder and you are the police on duty, what steps would you take to assure that he gets what he deserves?
☛ What do you believe in: capital punishment or a life sentence?
☛ In what kind of situations would you be depressed?
☛ Has there been a time when you could not solve a given problem, even after trying hard?
☛ Being in the police forces is a demanding job. How will you maintain your health and fitness?
☛ If a criminal attacks you and runs for his life, what will you do?
☛ How many people are there in your family? Do they know that being in service is risky business?
☛ Do you think making friends is more important than your career?
☛ There are several departments in the police forces. Which one have you picked? Why?
☛ Who is the current Commissioner of Police?
☛ There is a lot of competition for this particular position. What makes you think you are better than the others?
☛ Do you think men and women need to be treated equally on committing crime?