Can anyone explain what the structured interview held at Brigade level for an OCS packet is like?

I went through my brigade board process in 2017. It is more of a job interview than a promotion board. There aren’t and right or wrong answers. Be ready to articulate why you want to be an officer.

I sat on an OCS board a few weeks ago. The questions are rather straight forward regarding examples where you had to demonstrate your leadership skills. The questions are all prepared for the board members and they have leeway to dig for a better understanding of you, your character, and your demonstrated leadership. You will arrive about an hour prior and have to do a written essay and the board members may read it ahead of time. This may lead to questions as well. Remember eye contact with the board members, address all of them, and speak clearly and confidently!
Here is a quick video which i found to be close: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hH78iICI6H0
Disregard the dry humor. Remember to relax and always be honest. Good luck!

I have sat on a few OCS boards and our focus was always to uncover the applicants character. Would this young man/woman be a good officer? Will they take this office seriously? Will they put thier Soldiers first? I’ve always been hesitant when a SPC or private wants to go to OCS after only a few years in the Army. The majority of our questions were meant to better understand your ability to reason, make decisions, lead your Soldiers. We also sought to uncover the personal values of the candidate. We don’t just want smart officers, we want good people with strong values. Because when a leader is tested and they don’t have strong values, then they will make mistakes that will hurt our troops. Good luck.