@EarnYourBadge I think I speak for a lot of us who watch these videos and just want to thank you and tell you how much appreciation we have for you to take time and do these. Thank you!
I'm interested in a job with police work I'm alittle nervous drawing my weapon without quick reasoning in this situation. Would it be a proper response for me to answer that I would use my baton or pepper spray instead if this person did'nt drop the bat? Please help me in this answer thank you my friend take care.
@wfeerz No, this is a deadly force situation. The man with the cocked bat is in a position to deliver a deadly strike to what you believe or perceive, is a victim. The only reasonable answer is to produce your duty weapon and order the person with the bat to immediately cease his action. Meeting like force with like force (baton versus baseball bat) is unacceptable. Officers (in most states) are allowed to use one level of force above that which they are presented with. Continue...
@wfeerz When you get a question like this, think of yourself as the victim. If a suspect is about to attack YOU, how would you respond? In other words, would you hesitate to draw your weapon if you were on the ground and a suspect was about to deliver a blow to your head with a baseball bat? When an applicant forms their deadly force answer as though they were the intended target, it often assists them in being more comfortable in using deadly force.
Hello, I know this off topic but I just wanted to know. I was looking to make a career in law enforcement but I was wondering. Can I become a police officer if I have just one kidney? But I can physically Function just like everyone else.
@GEARO1313 I’ve not known any agency to delve into a candidate’s medial background to such a degree that having just one kidney would surface. If it did become a topic of conversation in the background investigation, I would approach it as something that would be little different than not having an appendix. Downplay it as you would any other medical condition that would not have a negative impact on your ability to perform the duties of a law enforcement officer.
I have my oral board in a week. Ridiculously nervous, your videos are easing that. I pause the video after the question, then answer it the way I feel it should be answered. Then play the video and compare it to my answer. So far it has been very similar. Thank you.
@EarnYourBadge No problem. A quick question about the scenario questions, are the board looking for quick to respond answers, especially with situations where you have to process information quickly? Or do they want you to take your time? All the best!
@youngergermanpope Quick is okay, but when the dust settles, they are looking for a candidate that can process a scenario and land a solid answer. They want to hire candidates that can articulate and answer with common sense as its main component. I’d favor reasonable over quick any day of the week.
@ltamayo261 Generally speaking, because police and sheriff’s Cadets do not carry a full complement of “duty gear” nor do they have police powers, the hiring process is a bit more subdued. There is of course an oral interview and many agencies will subject Cadet applicants to an oral board interview. Agencies understand that most Cadets are interested in moving forward into a law enforcement career and so, the vetting process is similar.
@ltamayo261 Becoming a Cadet is a great way to get your foot in the door and it gives the agency a chance to “try the shoes on” before the buy them. In other word, please do prepare yourself for the Cadet hiring process and thoroughly as possible. The agency that employs you as a Cadet will look at you as a potential candidate for their next opening in a sworn position. Best wishes to you.
i want to become a undercover cop or a k9 unit which pays more its really not bout the money i like dogs i want one still i'm a 8th grader that goes to John F. Kennedy school please you should come by North Bergen i want ask so many questions i have a face book also add me slumdogpop2@yahoo.com thanks :-D
@MrShyam178 You'll have to pay your dues and work as a patrol officer first. With the proper experience you can apply internally to become a K9 handler or a plain clothes detective or a narcotics investigator, working undercover. Stay away from drugs, work hard, do volunteer work in your community and best of luck!
@MrShyam178 hey guess what shyam patel - putting the fact that you're a police officer on your Facebook account isn't the smartest thing. You are pretending to be a cop, and that's illegal!
@farfrompuchen You really nailed two words that encapsulate the hiring process. “Prepare, and challenging” and if you do your preparation the challenge is reduced for you, and bumped up for the competition. Glad this video has helped you. More to come!
@EarnYourBadge I think I speak for a lot of us who watch these videos and just want to thank you and tell you how much appreciation we have for you to take time and do these. Thank you!
monh500 3 weeks ago
Do you have to have 20/20 vision?
chefmike1991 3 weeks ago
I'm interested in a job with police work I'm alittle nervous drawing my weapon without quick reasoning in this situation. Would it be a proper response for me to answer that I would use my baton or pepper spray instead if this person did'nt drop the bat? Please help me in this answer thank you my friend take care.
wfeerz 1 month ago
@wfeerz No, this is a deadly force situation. The man with the cocked bat is in a position to deliver a deadly strike to what you believe or perceive, is a victim. The only reasonable answer is to produce your duty weapon and order the person with the bat to immediately cease his action. Meeting like force with like force (baton versus baseball bat) is unacceptable. Officers (in most states) are allowed to use one level of force above that which they are presented with. Continue...
EarnYourBadge 2 weeks ago
@wfeerz When you get a question like this, think of yourself as the victim. If a suspect is about to attack YOU, how would you respond? In other words, would you hesitate to draw your weapon if you were on the ground and a suspect was about to deliver a blow to your head with a baseball bat? When an applicant forms their deadly force answer as though they were the intended target, it often assists them in being more comfortable in using deadly force.
EarnYourBadge 2 weeks ago
This could help greatly, thank-you.
MrMooky2 1 month ago
Hello, I know this off topic but I just wanted to know. I was looking to make a career in law enforcement but I was wondering. Can I become a police officer if I have just one kidney? But I can physically Function just like everyone else.
GEARO1313 1 month ago
@GEARO1313 I’ve not known any agency to delve into a candidate’s medial background to such a degree that having just one kidney would surface. If it did become a topic of conversation in the background investigation, I would approach it as something that would be little different than not having an appendix. Downplay it as you would any other medical condition that would not have a negative impact on your ability to perform the duties of a law enforcement officer.
EarnYourBadge 1 month ago
I have my oral board in a week. Ridiculously nervous, your videos are easing that. I pause the video after the question, then answer it the way I feel it should be answered. Then play the video and compare it to my answer. So far it has been very similar. Thank you.
SgtGoldy8 1 month ago
hey chief. good videos. I was looking for videos for the sergeant position. Perhaps you can do some videos on interviews for supervisors. thanks!
indians8987 2 months ago
Chief Ehlers, Congratulations on these videos! These are fantastic!
youngergermanpope 2 months ago in playlist Liked videos
@youngergermanpope That’s a very nice compliment. Thank you my friend.
EarnYourBadge 2 months ago
@EarnYourBadge No problem. A quick question about the scenario questions, are the board looking for quick to respond answers, especially with situations where you have to process information quickly? Or do they want you to take your time? All the best!
youngergermanpope 2 months ago in playlist Liked videos
@youngergermanpope Quick is okay, but when the dust settles, they are looking for a candidate that can process a scenario and land a solid answer. They want to hire candidates that can articulate and answer with common sense as its main component. I’d favor reasonable over quick any day of the week.
EarnYourBadge 2 months ago
Chief, these are great learning videos! Thank you so much!
mbraja1 3 months ago
Really appreciate your videos, thanks alot!
jayko777 3 months ago
To become a cadet do you still have to go through the same proccess as a police officer?
ltamayo261 3 months ago in playlist More videos from EarnYourBadge
@ltamayo261 Generally speaking, because police and sheriff’s Cadets do not carry a full complement of “duty gear” nor do they have police powers, the hiring process is a bit more subdued. There is of course an oral interview and many agencies will subject Cadet applicants to an oral board interview. Agencies understand that most Cadets are interested in moving forward into a law enforcement career and so, the vetting process is similar.
EarnYourBadge 3 months ago
@ltamayo261 Becoming a Cadet is a great way to get your foot in the door and it gives the agency a chance to “try the shoes on” before the buy them. In other word, please do prepare yourself for the Cadet hiring process and thoroughly as possible. The agency that employs you as a Cadet will look at you as a potential candidate for their next opening in a sworn position. Best wishes to you.
EarnYourBadge 3 months ago
i want to become a undercover cop or a k9 unit which pays more its really not bout the money i like dogs i want one still i'm a 8th grader that goes to John F. Kennedy school please you should come by North Bergen i want ask so many questions i have a face book also add me slumdogpop2@yahoo.com thanks :-D
MrShyam178 4 months ago
@MrShyam178 You'll have to pay your dues and work as a patrol officer first. With the proper experience you can apply internally to become a K9 handler or a plain clothes detective or a narcotics investigator, working undercover. Stay away from drugs, work hard, do volunteer work in your community and best of luck!
EarnYourBadge 4 months ago
@MrShyam178 hey guess what shyam patel - putting the fact that you're a police officer on your Facebook account isn't the smartest thing. You are pretending to be a cop, and that's illegal!
matthmatthmatth 4 months ago
@farfrompuchen You really nailed two words that encapsulate the hiring process. “Prepare, and challenging” and if you do your preparation the challenge is reduced for you, and bumped up for the competition. Glad this video has helped you. More to come!
EarnYourBadge 5 months ago