Torque
09-13-2010, 08:54 PM
A bit about that... Many years ago, when I was but a lad I wanted to be a policeman. I thought the cops were the fricken' bees knees, as they say..
Anyhoo, long story short, I can't stand the idea of being a police officer, and pretty much haven't been able to since I was like..... 19 or so.
About that time I decided I wanted to be an air traffic controller.
Like REALLY badly.
I've applied every couple years, and unfortunately, due to the nature of the selection process, have never made it OUT of their candidacy pool into the actual schooling. Each application requires a written aptitude test, a psychological test, and then an interview, and I've gone through every stage successfully, only to not get chosen for the small class sizes.
Well, I'm applying again, and they're changing things up a bit.. There's now an essay question that you have to answer in proper format and I thought I would give you guys the answer I'm writing out and see how you think it'll stack up.
tl;dr version:
I'm applying for a job, and have to answer a question. Here's my answer:
Essay Question
In proper sentence format and using a minimum of 250 words and a maximum of 300 words please respond to the following question:
The commitment required and the dedication to learning is paramount to be successful in the training to become an Air Traffic Controller or Flight Service Specialist. Please describe what motivated you to undertake this significant challenge and what sets you apart from others who are interested in this same career path.
Answer:
I first became interested in a career with Nav Canada when a friend of my family's was talking about his job as an air traffic controller in British Columbia. The excitement that was evident as he went from stories that were serious to ones that were humorous really made me take a look at the career as a viable choice in my life.
Since my first application I have seen several control towers, and the control center in Winnipeg, and I was both stunned by the nature of the job, and excited about the concept that as a controller I may get to work with some of the most technologically advanced systems in flight control.
The Winnipeg control center was a fascinating place to watch and learn a little bit about what goes on in the day to day routine of an IFR controller. New systems were (at the time) just being installed and were replacing the older systems in use at the time with, as was described by the senior supervisor, as being the best in the industry. This was what finally decided me that this is what I would want to be doing.
I'm extraordinarily hardworking, and I throw myself into any and every job with a single-minded determination to not only do the job properly, but to do it exceptionally because I take pride in everything I do, regardless of what the undertaking is. I learn extremely fast, and I love learning new things and accepting new challenges. I'm a well rounded individual, capable of taking on new roles and responsibilities. I'm adaptable, with a broad knowledge base in many areas of interest. I hope that as a new candidate that you find these skills adequate to your needs.
tl;dr version: Hire me!
Anyhoo, long story short, I can't stand the idea of being a police officer, and pretty much haven't been able to since I was like..... 19 or so.
About that time I decided I wanted to be an air traffic controller.
Like REALLY badly.
I've applied every couple years, and unfortunately, due to the nature of the selection process, have never made it OUT of their candidacy pool into the actual schooling. Each application requires a written aptitude test, a psychological test, and then an interview, and I've gone through every stage successfully, only to not get chosen for the small class sizes.
Well, I'm applying again, and they're changing things up a bit.. There's now an essay question that you have to answer in proper format and I thought I would give you guys the answer I'm writing out and see how you think it'll stack up.
tl;dr version:
I'm applying for a job, and have to answer a question. Here's my answer:
Essay Question
In proper sentence format and using a minimum of 250 words and a maximum of 300 words please respond to the following question:
The commitment required and the dedication to learning is paramount to be successful in the training to become an Air Traffic Controller or Flight Service Specialist. Please describe what motivated you to undertake this significant challenge and what sets you apart from others who are interested in this same career path.
Answer:
I first became interested in a career with Nav Canada when a friend of my family's was talking about his job as an air traffic controller in British Columbia. The excitement that was evident as he went from stories that were serious to ones that were humorous really made me take a look at the career as a viable choice in my life.
Since my first application I have seen several control towers, and the control center in Winnipeg, and I was both stunned by the nature of the job, and excited about the concept that as a controller I may get to work with some of the most technologically advanced systems in flight control.
The Winnipeg control center was a fascinating place to watch and learn a little bit about what goes on in the day to day routine of an IFR controller. New systems were (at the time) just being installed and were replacing the older systems in use at the time with, as was described by the senior supervisor, as being the best in the industry. This was what finally decided me that this is what I would want to be doing.
I'm extraordinarily hardworking, and I throw myself into any and every job with a single-minded determination to not only do the job properly, but to do it exceptionally because I take pride in everything I do, regardless of what the undertaking is. I learn extremely fast, and I love learning new things and accepting new challenges. I'm a well rounded individual, capable of taking on new roles and responsibilities. I'm adaptable, with a broad knowledge base in many areas of interest. I hope that as a new candidate that you find these skills adequate to your needs.
tl;dr version: Hire me!