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District Executive at Boy Scouts of America
Posted Sep 23, 2011
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Negative Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Sep 2011 (took 3 months)
As stated on many other reviews, The interview process is quite extensive. 1st, I met with the two head district guys. 2nd, I was asked to spend an entire work day with another D.E. 3rd, I had to come in for a computerized personality test. 4th, I had another 1:1 interview. 5th, I was asked to fill an application. After all this, I had to wait another 2 weeks to find out if I got the job out of 4 candidates.
If you're just starting this process, you need to fully understand the job (yes, you WILL have to wear a uniform). You need to ask yourself if you're willing to put yourself through the anguish of a 3 month hiring process just to be rejected or told that your record will be kept on file for future consideration. As qualified as I am, and as nice and easy going as they were, I thought I had the job. After all the buildup and trust building between myself and the interviewers, I was "rejected" via a paper letter that beat around the bush without directly saying that they decided on someone else.
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Other Details
I got the interview through a College or University and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview, a Group/Panel Interview, an IQ/Intelligence Test, a Skills Test, a Personality Test and a Background Check.
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District Executive at Boy Scouts of America
Posted Aug 31, 2011
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Received and Declined Offer
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Interviewed Jan 2011 (took 6 weeks)
I knew someone who knew someone and I got a call. The process was longer than expected . I met with 3 different directors and went on two ride alongs. I met with a volunteer who helped with evaluating me and then two company heads who offered me the job with a signed contract as if we were in the NFL signing a multi million dollar contract which was more like minimum wage!
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Reason for Declining
I was told the hours are crazy and promotions take a long time especially if your not willing to move out of state. I read that your family comes second to volunteers. The pay was twice a month and only and a little less than 32k. You could get 36k after 90 days but no gurantee
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The interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview, a Group/Panel Interview, a Personality Test and a Background Check.
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District Executive at Boy Scouts of America
Posted Jun 9, 2011
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Jun 2011 (took 2 weeks)
I was referred to the Director of Field Service by a BSA employee. I called him and sent a cover letter/resume and we scheduled an interview for a week later. I had the 1:1 interview with the Director of Field Service. He was great and really easy to talk to. He asked why I wanted this position, what did I want to be when I grew up (same as "where do you see yourself 5 years from now, etc), He asked about my background and previous work experience. That 1:1 went very well, and I was invited to meet the Scout Executive and to do a ride along in the district. I met the Scout Exec two days later and we had a chat. He asked more personal questions about my life and family. He asked about my management style, and explained how he ran the organization. He was a very impressive man. 3 days later I did a ride along with the DFS. We toured the district and met some key volunteers, I observed how business was handled, learned a lot, and allowed him to learn a lot about me. On the ride back, I was offered the job and accepted. The culture is very friendly and genuine. This seems like a great group of people.
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Negotiation Details
The BSA is a non-profit, and therefore the salary for this entry level position is pretty much non-negotiable. You take it or leave it. The good thing is, that for an entry level job, the salary and benefits are fantastic.
Other Details
I got the interview through an Employee Referral and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview, a Personality Test and a Background Check.
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District Executive at Boy Scouts of America
Posted Feb 24, 2010
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2.0
Easy Interview
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Overall Negative Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Apr 2009 (took a day)
Was a rather lengthy one on one interview with very little structure. Interviewer was quite rude.
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The interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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District Executive at Boy Scouts of America
Posted Jan 17, 2010
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Jul 2008 (took 2 weeks)
Asked about my background of Scouting, and wanted to know if I can handle a flexible schedule. The main thing they are looking for is can you Raise money and can you sale the program to young kids at schools. If you can raise money and get more kids to sign up every year then they will be successful to move up in the corporate world of Scouting and so will you.
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Negotiation Details
There is not one.
Other Details
I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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District Executive at Boy Scouts of America
Posted Dec 4, 2009 — 1 of 1 people found this helpful
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Nov 2009 (took 2 months)
The hiring process consisted of two in-person interviews. The first was a one-on-one general screening interview where they asked me several personality and situational questions, as well as gave me a personality computer test to take. The second interview was in front of a panel of three officers who asked me more in depth questions to make sure I was the right fit for the position. The interviewers were polite and professional. The office culture seemed to be a good mixture of professionalism and a casual attitude. The whole process took longer than either side anticipated, but unforeseen circumstances prolonged the decision making. I was informed that I had been selected for the job just a day after the second interview. The offer made was comprehensive and competitive. Overall it was a positive experience and will no doubt be the beginning of a rewarding relationship.
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Other Details
I got the interview through an Employee Referral and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview, a Group/Panel Interview, a Personality Test and a Background Check.
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