Any wear & carry interview advice?

Mike OTDP · May 11, 2016

I'm applying, got a call to set up an interview. Any advice? My main argument is:
a. DOD employee
b. High security clearance
c. OPM data breach
d. Work at Pax River (location targeted by ISIS)
e. Involved in testing of unmanned aircraft
f. Publicly associated with unmanned aviation (professional papers going as far back as the late 1990s)

lx1x · May 11, 2016

I personally think youll be fine with the interview. All best of luck to you!

Mr. Ed · May 11, 2016

Mike OTDP said:
I'm applying, got a call to set up an interview. Any advice? My main argument is:
a. DOD employee
b. High security clearance
c. OPM data breach
d. Work at Pax River (location targeted by ISIS)
e. Involved in testing of unmanned aircraft
f. Publicly associated with unmanned aviation (professional papers going as far back as the late 1990s)

Sounds like G&S to me. Good luck.

I knew a fellow several years ago who was heavily involved with unmanned aircraft, and also liked MINI Coopers. I went to some of the fly-ins and was amazed at what you guys can make those things do. :thumbsup:

Mr H · May 11, 2016

Just be factual, straightforward, but not argumentative.

The interviewer may or may not have an agenda, but if you're up front and honest, that should show through.

marylandmark · May 11, 2016

If there is a lull in the conversation, leave it there. Most people like to fill that lull with conversation and most hurt themselves more than they help.

ashershapiro · May 11, 2016

What if they bring up the fact that that you can't bring the gun on base? You should anticipate that question.

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brownspotz · May 11, 2016

have answers to all these questions...I've been there done that, the rest of you take notes

what is your present position and job title
what are your business hours
are thee off street parking facilities
what are the lighting conditions
type of surroundings at buisness
what police districts are nearby
do you respond to alarm calls
percentage of buisness dealing with cash
how often and what time of day do you make depositits
method used to make deposits
what transportation do you use
what bank
travel distance
solo deposits?
are you a guard
type of work you perform
have you been robbed? please document
where will you secure the firearm whem not in use
what caliber firearm
do you drink
do you take scrip meds

some but not all the questions I semi recall. good luck, plead your case it may help.

Blaster229 · May 11, 2016

ashershapiro said:
What if they bring up the fact that that you can't bring the gun on base? You should anticipate that question.

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They won't and he shouldn't. If that were an issue, then there wouldn't even be an interview at this point.

Blaster229 · May 11, 2016

brownspotz said:
have answers to all these questions...I've been there done that, the rest of you take notes

what is your present position and job title
what are your business hours
are thee off street parking facilities
what are the lighting conditions
type of surroundings at buisness
what police districts are nearby
do you respond to alarm calls
percentage of buisness dealing with cash
how often and what time of day do you make depositits
method used to make deposits
what transportation do you use
what bank
travel distance
solo deposits?
are you a guard
type of work you perform
have you been robbed? please document
where will you secure the firearm whem not in use
what caliber firearm
do you drink
do you take scrip meds

some but not all the questions I semi recall. good luck, plead your case it may help.

So, these were your questions? YOU have the same G&S as the OP?

brownspotz · May 11, 2016

These are the standard questions that get asked regardless of job type. Remember that getting a ccw in MD is based upon finances and not your knowledge or skill set no matter what your security clearance is.

doublins · May 11, 2016

brownspotz said:
These are the standard questions that get asked regardless of job type. Remember that getting a ccw in MD is based upon finances and not your knowledge or skill set no matter what your security clearance is.

My interview included none of these questions save for the type of gun I planned to carry, and my G&S is close enough to OP, so I would say that your advice should be taken with a grain of salt

TheBulge · May 11, 2016

brownspotz said:
These are the standard questions that get asked regardless of job type. Remember that getting a ccw in MD is based upon finances and not your knowledge or skill set no matter what your security clearance is.

I had three of those questions.

what is your present position and job title

type of work you perform

do you drink

TheBulge · May 11, 2016

doublins said:
My interview included none of these questions save for the type of gun I planned to carry, and my G&S is close enough to OP, so I would say that your advice should be taken with a grain of salt

Did you get approved by MSP or have to go to the HPRB?

Stoveman · May 11, 2016

brownspotz said:
These are the standard questions that get asked regardless of job type. Remember that getting a ccw in MD is based upon finances and not your knowledge or skill set no matter what your security clearance is.

I was asked about 5 of those questions.

FRANKCASTLE · May 11, 2016

Mike OTDP said:
I'm applying, got a call to set up an interview. Any advice? My main argument is:
a. DOD employee
b. High security clearance
c. OPM data breach
d. Work at Pax River (location targeted by ISIS)
e. Involved in testing of unmanned aircraft
f. Publicly associated with unmanned aviation (professional papers going as far back as the late 1990s)

THE TRUTH WILL SET YOU FREE....(and get u approved for a CCW permit)

jlowe23 · May 11, 2016

When I had mine they seemed to focus on Medication I might be taking and alcohol/illegal drugs. Though that could be because of the way I look

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Interestingly enough he also asked to speak with my wife. My interview took place at my place of business and she was there. Turned out he asked if I was ever abusive of violent.

Straightshooter · May 11, 2016

brownspotz said:
have answers to all these questions...I've been there done that, the rest of you take notes

what is your present position and job title
what are your business hours
are thee off street parking facilities
what are the lighting conditions
type of surroundings at buisness
what police districts are nearby
do you respond to alarm calls
percentage of buisness dealing with cash
how often and what time of day do you make depositits
method used to make deposits
what transportation do you use
what bank
travel distance
solo deposits?
are you a guard
type of work you perform
have you been robbed? please document
where will you secure the firearm whem not in use
what caliber firearm
do you drink
do you take scrip meds

some but not all the questions I semi recall. good luck, plead your case it may help.

doublins said:
My interview included none of these questions save for the type of gun I planned to carry, and my G&S is close enough to OP, so I would say that your advice should be taken with a grain of salt

Thumbsup. Two very different situations.

brownspotz said:
These are the standard questions that get asked regardless of job type. Remember that getting a ccw in MD is based upon finances and not your knowledge or skill set no matter what your security clearance is.

There is no such thing as "The Standard Questions" in these interviews. This has been proven time and again and shared right here on this forum for the past 3 years. The interviewer will ask anything his or her little brain can think up.

The OP obviously did not apply as a business owner, so most of the questions listed are irrelevant.

I applied as a business owner and was only asked a very few of the questions listed.

TheBulge said:
Did you get approved by MSP or have to go to the HPRB?

Yes, both me and the Misses approved by MSP and recently renewed. I also has helped several friends with the process and all have been successful.

TheBulge · May 12, 2016

Mike OTDP said:
I'm applying, got a call to set up an interview. Any advice? My main argument is:
a. DOD employee
b. High security clearance
c. OPM data breach
d. Work at Pax River (location targeted by ISIS)
e. Involved in testing of unmanned aircraft
f. Publicly associated with unmanned aviation (professional papers going as far back as the late 1990s)

I don't really think the interview has that much impact on the decision.
My interviewer did not have a say. She simple forwarded the investigation to a trooper. Just be truthful. If they find you lying, you are done.

Regrettably, I don't think MSP will approve you. I do however, think you will have a very good chance at the HPRB provided you can articulate the nexus between your position and G&S. Unfortunately a lot of your evidence is likely "sensitive" and cant be used.

Keep us posted on your progress. It will be good to get more data points on the clearance/data breach pathway.

lonzo · May 12, 2016

Bring as much proof, or "Evidence" cause if you dont, they'll ask for it later and it'll just delay things...thats where I'm at...and its funny, if I didn't submit my "Evidence" by May 6th, I would be disapprove..and yet, its the 12th and they had my proof for almost 3 weeks now..guess the next few days, I'll get my answer..

TheBulge · May 12, 2016

lonzo said:
if I didn't submit my "Evidence" by May 6th, I would be disapprove..and yet, its the 12th and they had my proof for almost 3 weeks now..guess the next few days, I'll get my answer..

Im in the exact same position. I called the Licensing Division and got a big time run around. Several conflicting excuses from several different people. Im on day 112 since my check was cashed. Waiting on an email or letter or anything.

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