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Would you continue the application process of a job,if one of the interviewer completely disresrespected you? |
I applied for this government job a year ago. I recently had a 2nd interview for a background check. The person who interviewed me mad me feel like an idiot. She made fun of things that I wrote on the application, told me how disappointed in me she was ( she doesn't even know me), and made me feel like I should be kissing the ground she walked on because they were even still considering me as an applicant. Now am completely stressed out and not even sure I still want the job. I shouldn't have to work with her much if at all once on the job. The job would also be a much higher paying salary. I am just afraid the way she treated me will effect my job performance, if I do get the job. Like I will feel constantly on edge. What do you think? What would you do? There are a few things to consider carefully before taking any action. Do you want that particular government job, or you just want a better paying job?? If the job you interviewed for is really the one you want (for various reasons) then you should consider: - who would be your supervisor? If it was a background check interview, it's usually done by someone in human resources and unless that is the department you're going to work in, you have nothing to worry about. - if you go ahead and take the job, make sure you clear things with the person that made you feel bad. Use a calm tone and express your distress. Tell the person how her approach to your application and the things she said hurt you. Make sure you refer to her actions and don't label her. ( For example DON'T say " You are a mean person and you made me feel bad about myself" but DO say " your behavior during the background check interview made me feel uncomfortable. Some of the things you said about my application like the fact that you were disappointed and you used humor in a serious and stressful context for me were really bothering me. I just wanted to let you know how I felt about our meeting". The point is to differentiate between the person and the behavior) Make sure she understands you don't resent her, but you want her to be aware that her behavior hurt you- a thing she might not be aware of. - About the thought you have on how her behavior would affect your performance. Clear the situation with the person (it would help get rid of your feeling of inadequacy) and then focus on doing your job right. They wouldn't hire you if they weren't confident you could do the job. The interviewer you feel bad about, might have been stressed out herself, had a bad day , be new to the job, or simply didn't have the skills to make you feel comfortable in the meeting... Don't take it to the heart, because just like you said "she doesn't even know" you. I can't say what I would do if I were you. But, if it was me in your situation and it was a job I wanted, I'd go ahead and take the job, deal with the interviewer's behavior and do my best. I don't care much what other people think when they first meet me, I care what they think after they know me and see what I can do. Alina I wouldn't worry about it. You don't work for this person and probably will never have to see her again. Good luck!! She was doing her job: now she knows exactly how you behave under duress. Hopefully you were graceful & professional under stress. If so, you may get offered the position! dont go for it if shes treating u like an idiot ull be going home n saying i wish i never got this job another reason is she might embarrassed u in front of ur boss n he/she will fire u if i were in ur shoes i wont do it It would be a bit of a gamble. As long as you wouldn't have to work that much, if at all, with her on the job. Almost all companies have bad apples. A few companies are bad apples themselves. I would say that if it is that much higher of a salary and you are not in love with your current job, go for it. Most government jobs are difficult to come by and they pay more for less productivity in general and provide an easy path up the chain. It might be a real opportunity. Plus, once you get in it takes an arm and a leg for them to get you out. Although, it seems a little strange it took over a year. That wouldn't seem be a good thing. They might have hired a first choice that didn't last or something, then went to the next on the list. Who knows. See if it is possible to speak with another employee to inquire as to the work atmosphere (informally-without asking the interviewer). My two cents. Good luck! It's an interesting question because you said you know you won't be working for her. Have you gotten any impression of the over-all culture of the work environment? If you know her job is just to hire and you won't collaborate with her, I'd just forget about it. She's just an immature person who likes to show off her authority, that's all. If you think you would work for her or have a good feeling that others you will be working with and for would be like her, don't take the job. I had a job interview for a sales position once. The guy who interviewed me would have been my manager but he was very obnoxious, snobby, and condescending. I called him a few hours after the interview and said "thanks, but no thanks." Good luck. This is probably part of her job. Depending on what you are interviewing for, they want to see what your reaction would be. If you still want the job itself, move forward and shine at your next interview. My buddy interviewed for the FBI and they tortured him with details and interviews and harassment. It's all part of the game. |
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