Careers in CJ

An example of an appropriate interview question is: A "What are your greatest strengths?" B "Do you have any disabilities?" C "How old are you?" D "Do you have any children?"

A "What are your greatest strengths?"

Before accepting or rejecting a job offer: A carefully evaluate the job and company B set up another interview C ask your friends their opinion D find out how many of your friends work there

A carefully evaluate the job and company

Which ethnics are best utilized in the workplace? A confidentially, fairness, and respect B unfairness, stealing, and lying C taking charge by belittling your coworkers D keep records in your head

A confidentially, fairness, and respect

Which of the following characteristics would be included when making up a career profile? A education B religious preferences C ethnic background D references

A education

Which is factor to consider in evaluating career options? A educational requirement B social schedule C parental schedule D Friend's choice of career

A educational requirement

The guiding set a moral values is referred to as: A ethnics B confidentiality C honesty D criticism

A ethnics

Explain which process is best utilized after interviewing? A evaluate your performance B evaluate their performance C ask questions D reject the job

A evaluate your performance

During your interview, the interviewer will ask many questions to: A find out if the applicant is the right person for the job B make the applicant nervous C find out the applicant's personal business D none of the above

A find out if the applicant is the right person for the job

Which of the following is an example of good ethics in the workplace: A honestly B outspokenness C deceit D backstabbing

A honestly

Employers use this to screen job applicants, so it must be filled out neatly and accurately: A job application form B reference C resume D networking

A job application form

Critique the best plan for the job you are applying for: A know the organization(s) culture and environment B know the company policies C dressing for the job D make friends quickly

A know the organization(s) culture and environment

When creating a plan to prepare for a job you should always: A learn the company policies B find out ways to get out of work C decide who to hang out with D only apply the policies that you like

A learn the company policies

A letter written to an employer to apply for a job: A letter of application B references C resume D networking

A letter of application

A program for new worker in which they learn the company's policies, history and rules: A orientation B incentive C labor contract D a union

A orientation

A well-organized collection of materials that supports a job applicant's qualifications: A portfolio B reference C resume D personal fact sheet

A portfolio

Ina follow-up letter you should A thank the interviewer B ask if you were selected for the job C identify problems with the company and solutions D apologize for being nervous during the interview

A thank the interviewer

When preparing for an interview, you should: A not asking a friend or family member to interview you B not practice your telephone skills C not use a tape recorder to evaluate your enunciation and confidence level D not dress colorfully and with flare to stand out from other applicants

D not dress colorfully and with flare to stand out from other applicants

A type of retirement program that companies offer employees: A interview B informational interview C follow-up letter D 401(K) program

D 401(K) program

Natural or acquired skills or talents describe a person's A honesty B values C standards D abilities

D abilities

What is at the root of most ethical problems in the workplace? A confidentiality B prejudice C disrespect D dishonesty

D dishonesty

A plan of action that an individual created while serving as prom chairperson can demonstrate competence in which SCANS area? A resources B systems C technology D information

D information

A planned meeting between a job applicant and an employer: A postmark B informational interview C follow-up letter D interview

D interview

One of the first thing to do to prepare for a job interview is: A plan how to spend your first paycheck B ask for a formal offer letter C Send a follow-up letter D learn the company policies

D learn the company policies

The attributes of personal ethics can be documented in a career portfolio by including which of the following documents? A complaint letter from a customer describing an individual's work B time management plan for using work hours ineffectively C below average performance evaluation D letter of recognition from supervisor regarding confidentiality

D letter of recognition from supervisor regarding confidentiality

Which item should a person tale along on an interview? A I-Pod listen too while you wait B headphones C fingernail polish D list of questions to ask the interviewer

D list of questions to ask the interviewer

A resume includes which of the following: A religious beliefs B social security number C martial status D name and address

D name and address

Talking with people and establishing relationship that can lead to more information or business contacts is known as: A portfolio B reference C resume D networking

D networking

After an interview, a follow-up letter should be sent to the: A president of the company or organization B person who supplies the job lead C head of the Human Resources Department D person who conducted the interview

D person who conducted the interview

A document containing all the important facts about a job seeker: A portfolio B reference C resume D personal fact sheet

D personal fact sheet

What other information should an individual include when applying for a job in Criminal justice? A experience B career objectives C knowledge of the agency D references

D references

One of the first thing to do to prepare for a job interview is: A plan how to spend your first pay check B ask for a formal office letter C Send a follow-up letter D research the company

D research the company

The purpose of a resume is to: A tell the employer about your likes/dislikes B demonstrates your writing ability C document attendance at prior job D show case your knowledge and skills

D show case your knowledge and skills

Which document provides acceptable proof to an employer of US citizenship? A utility bill B insurance card C high school diploma D social security card

D social security card

Which of the following is a desirable employee quality? A unethical business practices B self-centered C inability to following directions D willingness to learn

D willingness to learn

Arriving at work early, taking pride in your work, and always doing your best are all examples of: A courtesy B self-control C habits D work ethics

D work ethics

If asked about your qualifications during the job interview, you should: A brag about your accomplishment B briefly describe them C give a long description D avoid responding

B briefly describe them

Most ethics problems in the workplace involve: A loyalty B dishonestly C punctuality D confidentiality

B dishonestly

A planned meeting in which a job applicant learns more about an occupation from a person employed in that job area: A interview B informational interview C follow-up letter D postmark

B informational interview

Doing what needs to be done without being told to do it is: A responsibility B initiative C willingness to learn D self management

B initiative

When deciding what to wear to an interview, wear clothes that would be: A one step below what would be appropriate to wear on the job B one step above what would be appropriate to wear on the job C appropriate for a date D appropriate for a formal party

B one step above what would be appropriate to wear on the job

A references letter is the same as a letter of: A interest B recommendation C resignation D verifiable employment

B recommendation

A document containing appropriate and important facts about a person who is applying for a job is a: A job application form B reference C job objective D networking

B reference

A person who knows the job applicant well and could discuss personal and job qualifications with an employer: A job application form B references C resume D networking

B references

When preparing for an interview you should always: A put on your favorite cologne B research the company C arrive 2 minutes early D be flirtations

B research the company

Describes the best way to rehearse for an interview? A know the past, present, and future of the organization B review with a friend and non-friend C use a tape recorder D do not rehearse for an interview

B review with a friend and non-friend

When talking on the phone at work, it is acceptable to: A chew gum quietly B speak clearly and say each word distinctly C eat or drink D hang up immediately if it is a wrong number

B speak clearly and say each word distinctly

It is best to send a letter of application to: A the president of the company B the person who has the authority to hire C the company's general office D an employee with the company

B the person who has the authority to hire

A brief history of a person's education, work experience, and other qualifications for employment would be found on what document? A job applicant form B reference C Resume D networking

C Resume

Which documented should an individual aspiring to work in the medical field include in his/her portfolio? A letter from the elementary school principal thanking the individual for tutoring. B driver record showing no traffic violations. C a CPR/First Aid card. D detailed budget created on a computer spreadsheet.

C a CPR/First Aid card.

A brief letter written in business form to thank the employer for the interview: A interview B informational interview C follow-up letter D 401(K) program

C follow-up letter

Which of the following prepares an individual(s) for the best career outlook in Criminal Justice field: A on the job training B two-year college degree C four-year college degree D clean criminal history

C four-year college degree

A readiness and ability to take the first steps in any undertaking is: A incentives B loyalty C initiative D self-management

C initiative

Which quality is desirable in employees? A unwilling to follow directions and learn B unwilling to take on more responsibility C initiative and a self-management D willingness to cut corners

C initiative and a self-management

The first heading in resume that gives employers an ideas of the type of job for which a person is applying: A job application form B reference C job objective D networking

C job objective

The main reason for a cover letter is to: A get a good salary B give the employer applicants work history C make the employer want to read the applicants resume D Give the employer three references

C make the employer want to read the applicants resume

Having advanced education and training ensures: A paid vacations B management level position C more career opportunities D regular salary increases

C more career opportunities

In the employment history section on a job application, omit: A part-time jobs B the presents job C negative comments about former employment D job that ended with firing

C negative comments about former employment

A program that introduces you to the company's policies, procedures, values and benefits is: A company culture B company protocol C orientation D mentorship

C orientation

To avoid being nervous at an interview, you should: A avoid eye contact with the interviewer B chew gum C practice ahead of time D keep looking at your watch

C practice ahead of time

The first thing to do when filling out an application form is: A mark out items that do not apply B print your name C read the entire form carefully D print your address

C read the entire form carefully

After you have completed an interview you should follow up with the company by: A sending a text message B sending a message through an employee C sending a follow-up letter D sending an email

C sending a follow-up letter

The body of a cover letter explains: A why you are writing B how you will follow up C why you are right for the job D why you like the position

C why you are right for the job

Physical and social surrounding relate to: A salary and fringe benefits B career outlook C work environment D values

C work environment