STAR method job interview Finn has applied for the position of law enforcement officer for an average-sized municipality. Part of the job description entails interpreting indicators of fraud, drafting risk profile assessments, and independently performing checks and house calls. Other requirements a strong though flexible personality, an inquisitive nature, and excellent communication skills. The municipality is accustomed to conducting their application interviews using the STAR method, which is a method for conducting behavioural-based interviews.

a Study the STAR method; use, for example, online resources. Also read Loek van den Broek’s ‘Further questioning’ in paragraph 2.1.4. What does a STAR method interview look like?

b Name two important competences Finn should be able to show. What sort of behaviour matches those competences? What should Finn do, what should he demonstrate?

c Draft a setup for the interview. Create a list of questions, and practice the interview with a colleague or fellow student.