Sponge Fisherman Interview Questions

16 Provide an example of when you were persistent in the face of obstacles.
17 What is the most challenging part of operating rowboats, dinghies, and/or skiffs to transport fishers, divers, and/or sponge hookers; or to tow and position fishing equipment?
18 Share an effective method to interpret weather and vessel conditions to determine appropriate responses.
19 Share an experience in which your attention to detail and thoroughness had an impact on your last company.
20 Tell me how you monitor distribution of proceeds from sales of catches to ensure that crew members receive their prearranged portions.
21 What factors do you consider when you sell catches by contacting and negotiating with buyers or by sending catches to fish auctions?
22 Name a time when your patience was tested. How did you keep your emotions in check?
23 Share an example of when you established and accomplished a goal that was personally challenging. What helped you succeed?
24 Tell me about a time when you developed your own way of doing things or were self-motivated to finish an important task.
25 Provide a time when you dealt calmly and effectively with a high-stress situation.
26 Walk me through how you estimate costs of operations and plan fishing season budgets accordingly.
27 Tell me about your qualifications for and your experience handling vehicles and/or mechanized equpiment.
28 Provide an example when your ethics were tested.
29 How do you balance cooperation with others and independent thinking? Share an example. (Try to determine if the candidate has a cooperative attitude or is otherwise good-natured.)
30 Describe an experience when you participated in wildlife management, disease control, and research activities.