3 hour Virtual Program

Hiring the Best: Applicant Interviewing Techniques

Thursday May 9th, 2024 • ZOOM

Description

Since 1947 John E. Reid and Associates has been conducting pre-employment interviews of applicants applying for positions of public trust. In this three-hour ZOOM training course we will share with you interviewing techniques and strategies that will significantly enhance your ability to identify high-risk applicants before they become problem employees.

IN THIS SEMINAR YOU WILL LEARN HOW TO

  1. Recognize when an applicant is withholding relevant information
  2. Identify when a candidate has falsified information on the application
  3. Assess the overall integrity and trustworthiness of the candidate

TOPICS

THE APPLICATION

  • Analysis of an Application - Recognizing "Red Flags"

ENCOURAGING CANDIDNESS

  • The Arrangement of the Interview Room and Furniture
  • The Opening Statement
  • Transition Statements

IDENTIFYING DECEPTION

  • Verbal Behavioral Symptoms
  • Nonverbal Behavior Symptoms
  • The Areas of Inquiry

SPECIFIC AREAS OF INQUIRY

  • Employment History
  • Attendance
  • Disciplinary Actions
  • Falsification of the Application
  • Involvement in Criminal Behavior
  • Use of Illegal Drugs and Narcotics
  • Theft from Past Employers
  • Use of Excessive Physical Force
  • Paying or Receiving of Bribes
  • Starting of Illegal Fires

All of the topical information is supplemented by the use of videotapes of real life candidate interviews. Each participant at the program will receive a training manual and a certificate of completion.

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Notes

  • This is a 3-hour Zoom Training
  • Twenty-four hours prior to the start of the program you've registered for, you will receive a handout designed for note-taking and a Zoom invitation link to access the program
  • Each participant will receive a digital certificate indicating 3 hours of CPE credits at the completion of the program.

If you have any questions or need any additional information, please do not hesitate to call our office at 1-800-255-5747 ext. 114 or 124.

This is a pre-paid course. If you have questions regarding payment, please email Satin Hargett at shargett@reid.com

Prior to the zoom course, check to make sure your computer or electronic device has a working camera and microphone. This is essential for course participation and receiving credit for attending the training.

Fees

Attendees Price
1 person $99.00
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Program Information

Event times and contact information.

Dates
May 9th - May 9th, '24
Location
ZOOM
Daily Hours
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM CENTRAL TIME ZONE
Coordinator Info
Sharmaine Miller
smiller@reid.com
800-255-5747, Ext 114

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