I applied online. The process took 5 weeks. I interviewed at King County (Seattle, WA) in Jan 2014
Interview
Phone screen with several questions.
Panel interview with four managers. As with interviews for most government jobs, there was a list of set questions.
I was asked to be prepare a presentation on a specific topic to bring to the interview.
Final interview with manager and department head that was more informal.
I was treated with respect. Panel members were cordial, and clearly highly skilled in their areas of expertise.
I had the opportunity to ask questions at each stage of the process.
As a result of the interview process, I was very excited to join the organization.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What is your experience working with diverse populations?
I applied online. The process took 4 months. I interviewed at King County (Seattle, WA) in Feb 2022
Interview
The interview consisted of producing a writing sample and then interviewing with three members of the department. For the written part, I was given various materials - background information of the department, some data, and questions and answers to an interview with a member of the department. Based on those materials, I was asked to write a story for a newsletter.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Describe a difficult situation in your past work experience and how you handled it.