5. Interview with the Search Committee
Interviews with the Search Committee are scheduled as follows:
Round 1: The first-round interviews will be with the Search Advisory Committee (composed of a subset of the WRPSB as well as two public members) and will be 60 minutes long. The interview will focus on an exploration of relevant experience and leadership competencies. All candidates will be notified of their status at the end of the first round of interviews.
Round 2: Two or three candidates will be invited back for a second interview with the full Waterloo Regional Police Services Board as well as the Public Members of the Search Advisory Committee. The second interview will centre on discussing WRPS’s key priorities and the role of the Chief of Police. All candidates will be notified of their status at the end of the 2nd round of interviews.
Round 3: The prospective finalist(s) may be invited for a third interview. The third interview will be less formal and focused on addressing any unanswered or new questions arising from the previous interviews.
If you are the Finalist – Assessment and Referencing
If you are chosen as the finalist(s), references will be conducted at this stage; we will want to speak with people who have known you from a subordinate, peer, superior, and client perspective. We will work with you to choose a set of referees who can provide a complete picture of your employment history, skills, weaknesses, strengths, competencies, values, etc.
Finally, we will ask you to provide us with the necessary information and authorization to complete a detailed background check (education, social media, credit, criminal, etc.).