Page 102 - John Kador - 201 Best Questions to Ask on Your Interview-McGraw-Hill (2002)

QUESTIONS FOR HUMAN RESOURCES

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What major problems are we facing right now in this department or
position?
Note the use of the inclusive “we.”
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Can you give me a formal, written description of the position? I’m in-
terested in reviewing in detail the major activities involved and what re-
sults are expected.
This is a good question to pose to the screen interviewer. It will help you
prepare to face the hiring manager.

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Does this job usually lead to other positions in the company?
Which ones?
You don’t want to find yourself in a dead-end job. But also be sure you
don’t give the impression that you want to get out of the job before you
are in it. Remember, the HR manager wants to see stability tempered
by “long-termism.”

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Can you please tell me a little bit about the people with whom I’ll be
working most closely?
What a powerful question for finding out about your team!

? Memorably Bad Question

#10
What’s the story with the receptionist?

The candidate was referring to a very attractive receptionist at
the company. Who wants the risk of a harassment case? Next!

Bob Conlin
VP of Marketing
Incentive Systems
Bedford, MA

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