As the managing director of anEDGE, I get a lot of inquiries regarding the RCMP interview questions, i.e., what can I expect during the interview? How can I excel at the interview? And what are the RCMP interview questions?
anEDGE is a Canadian law enforcement interviewing coaching company, so if you are ever in need of RCMP interview coaching this is the place the very best help.
General tips around the RCMP Interview questions
Before getting into the finer details of the actual RCMP interview questions, let’s talk about the RCMP interview generally.
Regardless of which law enforcement department we are coaching applicants for, there are always 5-10 opening questions you should be prepared for, such as, tell us about yourself. Why do you want to be an RCMP officer and what do you know about the RCMP as an organization. There are others you can expect in the RCMP interview that anEDGE coaches will help you prepare for.
RCMP interview questions and the RCMP Suitability Interview
I will use the correct terminology so you can better understand the actual RCMP interview.
Firstly, the interview is called the RCMP Suitability Interview, and this RCMP suitability interview evaluates whether you have the essential core competencies, values, and traits required to become an RCMP police officer. One section of the RCMP Suitability Interview is called the Attributes Evaluation Interview, or AEI.
Purpose of the RCMP Attributes Evaluation Interview
The primary objective of the Attribute Evaluation Interview is to determine how well candidates align with the RCMP competencies.
An RCMP competency is a measurable skill, ability, knowledge, or personal trait that enables an officer to perform their duties effectively. These competencies are observable and directly connected to high performance.
By analyzing your past behaviorrs, the interview offers insight into how candidates are likely to perform and adapt to the demands of the RCMP constable role.
The RCMP Suitability Interview is broken down into two key components and includes:
1. The Attribute Evaluation Interview
2. The Regular Member Applicant Questionnaire (RMAQ)
The Attribute Evaluation Interview assesses your current knowledge, skills, and abilities in relation to the core competencies we seek.
The second part of the RCMP Interview, the Regular Member Applicant Questionnaire, or RMAQ, interview explores past actions or behaviors that may impact your suitability to join the RCMP as a police officer.
After the interview, the RCMP panel will review the results, considering your demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities alongside any disclosures made in the RMAQ. This questionnaire places significant emphasis on honesty and integrity, with attention given to the severity, frequency, and recency of any adverse actions.
At anEDGE, we always coach our interview applicants to be open and honest when filling out or answering questions around their RMAQ and not to minimize any past transgressions.
RCMP Interview questions and the STAR format
During your Suitability Interview, which features behavioral-style questions, it is recommended to use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, and Result) to structure your responses effectively. During our RCMP interview coaching sessions, we coach applicants on how long to spend in each section of the STAR method and how to deliver their competency examples in the optimal time. These questions in the AEI are intentionally broad, ensuring applicants from diverse backgrounds can provide relevant examples.
The Key RCMP Core Competencies measures during the RCMP interview
The RCMP interview evaluates four key competencies critical to the role of an RCMP constable:
1. Problem-Solving
- Analyzes and breaks down problems, risks, opportunities, and issues systematically.
- Identifies effective solutions and takes timely, decisive action.
- Understands cause-and-effect relationships.
2. Teamwork
- Works cooperatively to achieve shared goals.
- Contributes to fostering a positive and productive team environment.
- Acts to support and facilitate team operations.
3. Communication
- Clearly conveys and receives information to enhance understanding.
- Adapts communication style to effectively engage with various audiences.
- Interacts interactively and effectively with others.
4. Self-Control and Composure
- Manages emotions and refrains from negative reactions when faced with provocation, opposition, or hostility.
- Maintains focus and stamina under stressful or prolonged challenges.
- Stays effective and refrains from acting on strong emotions like anger in high-pressure situations.
How to excel in RCMP competency delivery during an RCMP Suitability Interview.
- Define the Competency – Clearly explain the skill, ability, or trait and its relevance to the role.
- Provide a Strong Example – Use real-life scenarios to demonstrate how you’ve applied competency.
- Use the STAR Method – Structure your response with Situation, Task, Action, and Result for clarity.
- Highlight Measurable Impact – Show how your actions led to positive outcomes or improvements.
- Align with RCMP Values – Ensure your example reflects integrity, professionalism, and service excellence.
Closing tips on RCMP Interview Questions.
Finally, to ensure our applicants are fully prepared, we coach and prepare them to have two or three quality, meaningful questions ready that they would like to ask the panel to close the interview in a positive and impactful way.
In conclusion, anEDGE has emerged as Canada’s foremost organization for RCMP interview coaching. We take pride in our team of experienced law enforcement professionals who have a wealth of expertise in law enforcement recruitment, as well as in specialist coaching and mentorship.
Your RCMP interview is the most crucial interview you will face in your career. If you take it seriously, we are your team. www.anedge.ca
