Assignment:
Writing Proficiency
One of the most common interview techniques of criminal justice employers is the “writing proficiency test.” A criminal justice agency might ask an interviewee, after the verbal portion of the interview, to compose a letter or other document for the potential employer to review. This is a test of the interviewee’s ability to effectively communicate in written form. It is arguable that interviewees who recognized early in their academic careers the importance of developing proficient writing skills welcome the opportunity to separate themselves from the pack and to outshine the rest of the applicants. However, those who chose not to learn APA format and documentation during their college careers might be a bit more apprehensive about such a request during the interview process.
In a 2 to 2.5 page Essay, please complete the following:
You are interviewing to become employed in the position of your choice. During the interview you are asked by the potential employer to conduct research in an area related to the field and to compose a paper demonstrating your ability to write proficiently with proper grammar, spelling, research techniques, and APA formatting. At the beginning of your paper, please state what job you are interviewing for and what topic you are researching. Do not forget your title page and your reference page.
Be sure to address all prompts and cite your sources in APA format.
References:
Peat, B. (2004). From college to career: A guide for criminal justice majors. Boston, MA: Pearson Education, Inc.