NWR: Job Interview questions?

greenfreak Posted: Jun 30, 2006 01:31 PM

NWR: Job Interview questions?

DH is in the market for a new job and is waiting for a call back from a company in the city to get an interview next week (hopefully).

I was the queen at writing out questions for the interviewer, but I'm drawing a blank.

The company has a website that lists all the benefits, how long until they take effect, what companies they're with, etc. So that's taken care of. Below is as much as I could come up with, do you have any other suggestions on things you would want to know about a company?

Who would I be reporting to?

Is this a new position? If not, are there other employees who have the same responsibilities?

If yes, is there a plan for further employee expansion?

Is there a formal job description in place?

Is there a performance review policy for new employees?

Are raise reviews annual?

Is there a company policy on maximum raise percentage or is it dependant on budget?

THANKS!!

ahd Posted: Jun 30, 2006 01:56 PM

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I would recommend that those questions be phrased in a more open-ended way (so that they are not yes/no questions).

There are several benefits to this, including getting more information and building a good 'relationship'/repartee with the interviewer.

ChrissynRicky Posted: Jun 30, 2006 02:03 PM

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What are the daily responsibilites in this position?

What are you looking for in a candidate for this role?

Will there be training and development? If so, approximately how long will that take?

How quickly are you looking to fill the position?

greenfreak Posted: Jun 30, 2006 02:14 PM

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Thanks, that's great. I added those to the list.

Any more?

plainview Posted: Jun 30, 2006 02:14 PM

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What is the typical career path here, opportunites for advancement?

Opportunities for continuing education (like CPE classes - I am an accoutant sorry)

How would you describe the culture here.

Can you compare your experiences here to the position you previously held.

Will I have staff reporting to me, if so, how many?

greenfreak Posted: Jul 05, 2006 11:35 AM

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Thanks ladies!! He got an interview for this Friday, now we're just hoping the salary range is better than what he makes now!

Send good thoughts!

plainview Posted: Jul 05, 2006 11:40 AM

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Good vibes to you!!!!!!!!

waterspout4 Posted: Jul 05, 2006 12:17 PM

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I always ask what happened to the previous person that held the position.

Audreygirl Posted: Jul 05, 2006 07:12 PM

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not sure what kind of industry he is in - but if it is the kind where there is traditionally a second interview, then any questions about money, benefits, incentives are left for the second interview NOT the first. of course, if they indicate that this is to be discussed at the first interview, then he can follow. but leave the money talk for post-first-interview discussions with the employer.

JIFFY Posted: Jul 05, 2006 07:15 PM

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Posted by Audreygirl

not sure what kind of industry he is in - but if it is the kind where there is traditionally a second interview, then any questions about money, benefits, incentives are left for the second interview NOT the first. of course, if they indicate that this is to be discussed at the first interview, then he can follow. but leave the money talk for post-first-interview discussions with the employer.

I was just going to type just about all of the above! Great minds think alike!